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SALEM, CITY OF - POLICE DEPARTMENT
555 LIBERTY ST. SE. ROOM 130
SALEM, OREGON 97301
(503)588-6162
https://www.cityofsalem.net/police

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Updated: October 22, 2020

Classification: Police Officer – Lateral

The City of Salem Police Department is Hiring for Lateral-Police Officer.

Salary: $30.13 - $38.40 Hourly

OPEN DATE: 03/26/2020

As a law enforcement leader in the Pacific Northwest, the Salem Police Department is searching for outstanding candidates for the position of lateral police officer. The Salem Police Department has outstanding opportunities to enhance and further your career. Our agency has a full complement of special teams and units to include: SWAT, Bomb Squad, Riot Team, Tactical Negotiations Team, Narcotics Unit, DEA Task Force, Detectives, Motorcycle Unit, Mountain Bike Unit, School Resource Officers, Crash Reconstructionist, Computer Forensics, Mental Health Unit, Training Division, Peer Support Team, Civil Investigations Team, and Patrol. We are the second-largest municipality in the state of Oregon whose responsibilities include providing public safety services and peace of mind to the nearly 175,000 residents in the capital city. In September of 2020, the Salem Police Department will have the largest police facility in the state and we challenge you to continue your career in this brand-new facility.

The Salem Police Department is the recognized leader in our region for technology and training to better serve our community and neighboring smaller agencies. We have a fleet of state-of-the-art patrol cars with the latest computer technology, cameras, license plate reader systems, and weapons platforms. As a Salem Police Officer, you will be issued your needed equipment to include: uniforms, weapons (handgun and rifle), boots, duty gear, iPhone, and more.

Department Information: The Salem Police Department is a full-service professional agency with 190 sworn positions and a full complement of support staff. The department is the 2nd largest municipal agency in the state of Oregon and is located in the capital city of Salem, with a population of over 160,000 residents. Our agency has a full complement of special teams and units to include: SWAT, Bomb Squad, Riot Team, Tactical Negotiations Team, Gang Unit, Narcotics Unit, DEA Task Force, Detectives, Motorcycle Unit, Mountain Bike Unit, School Resource Officers, Crash Reconstructionist, Computer Forensics, Mental Health Unit, Training Division, Trauma Team, Civil Investigations Team, and Patrol.

The City offers an excellent compensation and benefits package which can be found by clicking here. As part of total compensation package, qualified Lateral candidates may receive up to 80 hours of vacation/sick time. Starting salary step will be based on years of qualified experience.

Only complete applications are considered, and interviews are offered to those who have met the qualifications below.

Qualifications:

Must already possess Police Basic Certification by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or out-of-state equivalent.
Currently employed with a minimum of three years of full-time employment as a police officer (jail and most federal law enforcement experience will not be counted toward the three-year minimum).
Must pass the NTN Frontline National Test and submit valid test results to the City through NTN's website (valid test results are results that are current or no more than one year old from the time of application). (Does not apply to Oregon certified applicants)
Successfully complete the Oregon Physical Agility Test (ORPAT) and submit those results through the NTN website. An ORPAT result is considered valid if the results are dated six months or less from the time of application is submitted. (Does not apply to Oregon certified applicants)
If you have a valid and current PAT test from another State, you may submit your score by attaching it to your online City application, so long as it is no more than six months old from the time of application. (Does not apply to Oregon certified applicants)

Possess and maintain a valid Oregon Class C driver's license or other state equivalent and have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's standards.
Submit resume with application.

Oregon's minimum standards to work as a law enforcement officer and background disqualifiers can be found in OAR 259-008-0010-0070.

Where can I find out more about the position?

Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Police Officer or view by clicking here.

If you would like more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at www.cityofsalem.net/jobs.

EEO/Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply

This recruitment is open until filled. A review of submitted applications are scheduled every two weeks until the close of this recruitment.

Additional incentives: The City of Salem offers 2%-10% premium pay for a combination of DPSST certification levels, training, and college education. Police Officers who have been with the City for 10 years receive a 3% longevity increase.

There is also a 5% bilingual pay incentive for the following languages: Spanish, Russian, American Sign Language (Certified) or appropriate Asian dialect. Qualified bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

The Salem Police Department also extends extra duty pay ranging between 2.5 to 5% for specialized assignments. For a complete list of premium pays and other benefits, check the current collective bargaining agreement here.

How can I apply?

If you would like more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at here, to see if you meet the qualifications outlined in the description and complete the questionnaire, then click on the green "Apply" button and complete the application in its entirety.

This recruitment is open until filled. A review of submitted applications is scheduled every two weeks until the close of this recruitment.

Selection Process:
Applicants must complete the application and submit valid tests results for NTN and ORPAT (or out-of-state PAT equivalent).

To take the NTN FrontLine National Test, select the City of Salem under Law Enforcement jobs by clicking here: NTN's jobs listing.

To take ORPAT, click here: ORPAT

Finalists who successfully meet the minimum qualifications listed above and successfully complete the selection process (video assessment and panel interviews) will, after a conditional job offer, go through an extensive background investigation, medical and psychological assessment and drug testing. The city of Salem is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

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Contact Information:
Sgt Dustin Wann
503-588-6212
policejobs@cityofsalem.net

If you would like more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem.

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APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Must already possess Police Basic Certification by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or out-of-state equivalent.
Must pass the NTN Frontline National Test and submit valid test results to the City through NTN's website (valid test results are results that are current or no more than one year old from time of application).
Must pass the ORPAT and submit valid test results to the City through NTN's website (valid test results are results that are current or no more than six months old from time of application). If you already have a current ORPAT score, you may submit it instead of taking ORPAT again by attaching it to your online City application. Out of state candidates: If you have a valid and current PAT test from another State, you may submit your score by attaching it to your online City application, so long as it is no more than six months old from time of application.
Currently employed with a minimum of three years of full time employment as a police officer (jail and most federal law enforcement experience will not be counted toward the three year minimum).
Possess and maintain a valid Oregon class C driver's license or other state equivalent and have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's standards.

Oregon's minimum standards to work as a law enforcement officer and background disqualifiers can be found in OAR 259-008-0010-0070.

SELECTION PLAN:
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for the Police Officer where the class specification is posted in its entirety or view by clicking here.

If you would like more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at www.cityofsalem.net/jobs.

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