Lateral Police Officer-WOODBURN POLICE DEPARTMENT Job at National Testing Network, Woodburn, OR

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  • National Testing Network
  • Woodburn, OR

Job Description

Woodburn Police Department
1060 Mt. Hood Avenue, Woodburn, Oregon 97071
Phone: (503) 982-2345

Job Classification:
Lateral Police Officer

The Woodburn Police Department is seeking qualified Lateral Police Officers to perform a variety of law enforcement duties, including responding to and investigating incidents, patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws and ordinances, making arrests, preserving crime scene evidence, writing reports, and conducting community policing in culturally diverse neighborhoods. Officers may also be assigned to specialized units or teams within the department.

Members of the Woodburn Police Department work closely with the community, offering leadership and education alongside enforcement. Officers are provided with the necessary tools and training to serve the community effectively, and many members take on leadership roles in both law enforcement and community organizations.

Benefits Information:
Lateral Police Officers are offered the following benefits:

Starting wage based on years of service
Choice of two medical, dental, and vision plans
All uniforms and equipment provided
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Optional deferred compensation program
Premium pay upon completion of Field Training Evaluation Program (FTEP)
Paid vacation and sick time (40 hours of sick and vacation time upon hire)
Vacation accrual based on years of service at previous agencies
Bilingual pay upon certification
Up to $1,500 reimbursement for moving expenses for relocation of 50+ miles
Employment incentive ranging from $5,485 to $10,101 (based on years of service and certification status), paid in three equal installments upon successful completion of probation
Salary Information:
$34.28 - $53.52 hourly, subject to a 5% increase upon completion of recent bargaining agreements.

Department Overview:
The Woodburn Police Department works closely with the culturally diverse community of Woodburn. Officers are equipped with advanced tools and training, ensuring they are effective in their service. Many department members are leaders both within law enforcement and in community organizations.

Area Information:
Woodburn, located in Marion County, Oregon, is a city in the northern Willamette Valley, positioned between Portland and Salem along Interstate 5. Incorporated in 1889, it is part of the Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area and has a diverse population, including a significant Hispanic and Russian Orthodox Old Believer community.

Population: Approximately 26,250

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

Employed for a minimum of two years as a full-time sworn officer at a municipal, county, state, or federal law enforcement agency within the last two years prior to appointment.
Possess a current Police Basic Certification from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or an equivalent certification from another state.
Must pass physical fitness testing, physical/vision, hearing, psychological examinations, and drug testing.
Pass a comprehensive background investigation.
Ability to work overtime and a variety of 24-hour rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends.
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D.

Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Oregon class C driver's license or equivalent and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual language skills in Spanish/English or Russian/English.
Post-secondary education or degree in criminal justice, public/business administration, sociology, psychology, or a related field.
Selection Process:
Applications are reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews are scheduled accordingly. After a conditional job offer, applicants must pass an extensive background investigation, medical and psychological assessments, and drug testing. Lateral Police Officers are subject to a 12-month probationary period. Additional incentives may be available depending on assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply. The City of Woodburn ensures equal opportunities and benefits for all employees, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Veterans Preference:
The City of Woodburn grants hiring preference to veterans and disabled veterans as defined by Oregon state law. Documentation of eligibility must be submitted with the application.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 34.00 53.00 Per Year

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Relocation, Trial period, Rotating shift,

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