Police Officer - Entry Level

ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER TESTING NOTICE

In order to qualify and apply for this position, you must have tested and currently be on our list of candidates with Public Safety Testing (PST).

Policing.... A call to duty. Are you up for the challenge? If you are looking for more than "just a job" and want to make a positive difference in your community every day, consider a career in law enforcement! Policing is a career with serious responsibilities and abounding rewards that really count in today's world. Few careers offer more opportunities for self-fulfillment than service as a law enforcement officer. Do you have what it takes?

APPLICATION / TESTING PROCESS

Please read the below carefully before applying for this position.

Step 1 : Applicants interested in this position must have complete testing through Public Safety Testing before applying for this position.

Applicants must have a score of 70% or above on written exam, passed the physical ability test (PAT) and completed the personal history statement (PHS) by by the time they apply to be considered for this position.

• Please review list of disqualifiers on PST website prior to testing for our department and submitting an application.

Step 2 : After candidates complete the above testing and you are on our list with Public Safety Testing you may complete the City of Oak Harbor application of employment. Please DO NOT apply for this position unless you have first tested with PST and added your scores to OHPD list.

Step 3 : The top applicants based on PST score and application material will be invited to a interview to establish a eligibility list. Candidates that are selected for interviews will be required to participate in person. You will be notified of the date of the first-round interviews.

VETERAN CREDIT

About our Department

The Oak Harbor Police Department is an accredited agency comprised of : Administration, Patrol, Detectives and Special Operations. The authorized force consists of 29 Commissioned Personnel and 12 Non-Commissioned Personnel. The department is known for its successful community involvement and problem-solving approach to law enforcement. Additionally, the Police Department has a city jail as part of its responsibility, which is staffed by City Correctional staff and City Police Support Officers (PSO). The department is proud of its increased commitment to training, including an internal bi-monthly training program, inter-agency training, as well as outside training opportunities for staff. Other areas the department participates in include; a Community Advisory Board, Reserve Officer Unit, Explorer Post and Citizens Volunteers. The Department has strong cooperative relationships with local agencies and participates in regional law enforcement, communications and emergency management task forces and organizations. The department enjoys continued quality relationships with the U.S. Navy and the Whidbey Island Naval Air Station located in and adjacent to the City of Oak Harbor. We take pride in providing services for our community and the variety of events which occur in the City each year, including; 4th of July, National Night Out, Oak Harbor Music Festival, and the Whidbey Island Marathon.

Schedule

Officers work on a squad with a 3 / 12 schedule, rotating two months on days and two months on nights schedule. Detectives work a 4 / 10 schedule.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation begins with a pre-academy recruit level. We also offer education and longevity pay and great benefits! (See benefits tab)

We are a progressive department, anticipating department and community needs now and for the future!

Job Summary :

Under general supervision, Police Officers perform police services in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Oak Harbor Police Department, and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws. It is the responsibility of police officers to safeguard the public peace, protect life and property, prevent crime, enforce the law, protect the rights of all persons and generally uphold the community-articulated standards.

Work activities involve multiple skills and may include, but are not limited to, any of the following depending on area of assignment, crew needs, emergency services, special projects, and seasonal factors :

Associated Job Functions :

Performance Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge of :

Skill in :

Ability to :

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions may be considered.

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Work is primarily performed outdoors in all types of weather. Potential for damage to health, life and property. Required to work varying shifts and holidays. Work requires a normal range of hearing and visual acuity, eye / hand coordination and manual dexterity. Move in excess of 60 pounds. Operate motor vehicles and equipment. Use handgun to protect lives. Communicate with radio equipment.

Safety Statement :

We expect employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA / DOSH regulations and the City's Accident Prevention Program (APP). This includes, but is not limited to, actively identifying, and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action, emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1 : Your application will be rated for training, education, experience and quality of answers to the supplement questions. This rating will determine if you will move to the next step in the process.

Applications are initially reviewed for minimum qualifications and completeness of application. Candidates must provide specific, detailed information so an initial determination can be made regarding your level of qualifications for this position. This includes completing all application fields and supplemental materials. If you do not provide adequate responses in your application materials to determine qualifications, the application will be rejected.

Step 2 : The top applicants based on the application material may be invited to an interview and physical ability testing (PAT) at a later date TBD.

Step 3 : Candidates who passed the application process and first interview are placed on a certified eligibility that is valid for one year. The top candidates may be invited for a interview by the Police Chief. A PAT may be conducted prior to offer of employment.

Application Information

The review and selection of applicants is based on the information provided on the application; we encourage all applicants to improve our ability to judge by providing complete information. Information can include such things as : résumés of experience, letters of recommendation, specific education and / or training and work history that is related to the position for which the applicant is applying, and other job-related data that might enhance the applicant's chances for selection.

Required Information :

If you do not meet the basic required qualifications or did not fully complete the application, you will not be considered further. Please review job description posting carefully for full details on job duties and requirements.

We encourage you to check back to your account to view application progress.

Note : Please check your email bulk or spam folders throughout the screening and hiring process for communications from our Human Resource Department.

If you have questions regarding our recruitment process, please contact Civil Service Secretary, Liflor Barrera at 360-279-4518 or lbarrera@oakharbor.org

OHPD Entry Level Recruitment Flyer

https : / / www.oakharbor.org / sites / default / files / fileattachments / human_resources / page / 7071 / ohpd_recruiting_flyer_rev102218.pdf

For questions about the testing process, please contact the Civil Service Secretary at 360-279-4518 or lbarrera@oakharbor.org

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