Police Officer

Job Summary Join the Police Department as a Police Officer. You have an opportunity to join our dynamic department where we protect and serve our community! You can go as far as your ambition and skills take you and there are opportunities for patrol, motors (traffic), detectives, K-9's, and school resource officer. There has never been a better time to join our team! If you have great communication skills, the drive to learn, and are seeking a fulfilling and rewarding career, apply today! Work Schedule This position works rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends. High call volume and a fast paced environment are part of being a City of Grants Pass Police Officer. Qualification Requirements Graduation from High School or GED and 1 year of work experience are required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job as listed. Must be 21 years of age at time of hire. Meet physical standards as set by the Department of Public Safety on Standards and Training (DPSST). Valid driver's license, with the ability to obtain an Oregon Class C Driver's License within 30 days of employment. DPSST Basic Police Certificate following completion of training, within 12 months of employment. Law Enforcement Data System Certificate within 60 days of assignment. Candidates hired for the position of Police Officer must pass the ORPAT (physical ability) and firearms requirements prior to graduation at the Oregon DPSST Police Academy. Residency Requirement The residency requirement for this position is forty-five (45) minutes from City limits as it exists within the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB). Required Application Materials City Application Supplemental Questionnaire Resume Complete the exam at nationaltestingnetwork.com and select City of Grants Pass Police Department as an agency to receive your scores. Testing Information City of Grants Pass offers full testing services for the position of Police Officer through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to select ‘Find Jobs’, then select Law Enforcement Jobs and sign up for City of Grants Pass. When you visit the website: Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test. Review all information related to the City of Grants Pass (Police Officer), including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits. Review detailed information about the testing process. Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired). Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to the City of Grants Pass. City of Grants Pass will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process. National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the City of Grants Pass responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the City of Grants Pass where the final decisions are made. The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience and knowledge, education, responses to supplemental questionnaire, submission of required materials and meeting minimum qualifications and special qualifications of the position. The initial process may include oral interviews and skills testing. Final selection will require a background investigation, including a criminal history review, and, depending on the position, a psychological screening, physical, functional and drug screening. Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process. Veterans Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application. Equal Opportunity Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law. It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire. Incentives In addition to base salary, incentives available to Police Officers include: Associate Degree 2.5% Bachelor Degree 5% Second language 1.25% DPSST Intermediate Certificate 2.5% DPSST Advanced Certificate 4.0% Note: Associate Degree is not cumulative. #J-18808-Ljbffr