FullTime Police Officers

Join The City Of Madras Police Department
CONTINUE YOUR CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MADRAS POLICE DEPARTMENT
The City of Madras Police Department is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officers. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to read and write the English language, have a valid driver's license and ability to meet the City's driving standards, have no disqualifying criminal history or felony convictions, be able to pass a thorough background investigation/medical and psychological exam and drug screening.
Final evaluation of eligibility will be at the discretion of the Director of Police Services based on background and experience.
This Application Is for Individuals Who:

Currently possess a Basic Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training "DPSST" certification OR other equivalent local, state or federal certification as a Police Officer or Sheriff's Deputy;
Have successfully completed a Field Training Program;
Have at least one year of full-time equivalent work experience as a certified law enforcement professional.
Out of state candidates must be able to obtain police certification through DPSST without having to attend the 16 week police academy. If attendance is required, applicant may be considered for Entry Level Police Officer.
In state lateral applicants that are currently employed, must be in good standing, and have completed the DPSST Police Academy.
Military Police, Federal Law Enforcement, Corrections and Parole/Probation DO NOT QUALIFY as a Lateral Police Officer
Have completed a two-year degree or vocational training in criminal justice, police science or related field;
Bilingual in Spanish (%5 additional incentive pay for bilingual);
Have at least one or more years of full-time equivalent work experience as a certified law enforcement professional.
Our officers are a cohesive team who are supported by their community. Our agency proudly provides a competitive salary, benefit and retirement package including:

• 6,000 Hiring/Retention Bonus
• Five Percent (5%) Base Pay for Bilingual (Spanish)
• 40 hours of vacation during probation; Health Insurance in 31 days or less (low premiums w/generous annual health savings contributions paid by employer)
• Ten paid holidays (includes 8 hours floating holiday pay)
• Job details and application packet are available online or can be requested by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. Madras Police Employees Association contract available upon request. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for positions with the City of Madras. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please attach qualifying documents in the application process, as provided in the application packet.