Lateral Police Officer

Overview

Are you looking for a lateral growth opportunity working in a fast-paced, learning environment? Do you have the desire to impact, inspire and influence those you encounter each day? The City of Gresham is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officers. The Police Department is seeking Lateral Police Officers of sound moral character. The Police Officers are expected to be self-disciplined and highly motivated, while demonstrating honesty and integrity in representing the core values of the community. Successful candidates will reinforce the department's efforts to achieve goals and objectives in providing public safety to the community and its citizens.

Our agency is proud to offer our Police Officers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits and retirement package, and extensive ongoing training opportunities to support the current and future needs of a thriving community service and safety department. You can find more information about Police salary and benefits : Employee benefits and salary (greshamoregon.gov).

This is an open and continuous recruitment process where eligible list of candidates will be created and used to fill current and future vacancies with the Police Department.

Why Gresham?

• Work-life balance

Our police officers are dedicated and hard-working. But when they're off duty, you'll find them hitting the slopes, windsurfing in the Columbia River Gorge, and more.

Skiing or snowboarding at Mt. Hood, less than an hour away.

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Starting Salary Information

Starting Salary Information

OREGON OR OUT-OF-STATE EXPERIENCE. A new employee (certified or certifiable) with police experience in Oregon or another state and hired under the criteria of the City's lateral entry program shall be credited one pay step for each completed year of previous full-time paid experience as a sworn officer, up to a maximum starting pay of one step below the top step of the police officer salary range, which is currently Step 6. A lateral entry employee will be eligible to advance one step and additional subsequent steps on the salary schedule after successful completion of twelve (12) months of service in each step.

We are pleased to offer

The City of Gresham Police Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color communities; women, protected veterans; and all other qualified Police Officer applicants looking for lateral opportunities.

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive and prosper. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community members they serve. Employees strive to deliver services in collaborative, innovative, practical, and nimble ways that go

"one step beyond!".

The work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work, and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences, and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

Gresham Police Officers provide emergency aid, security, and protection of life and property for the citizens of Gresham by patrolling business, rural, and residential areas. They respond to requests for information and assistance, investigate criminal activity, subdue combative suspects, make arrests, work with people to solve problems associated with crime and neighborhood problems, and ensure proper enforcement of laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have current knowledge and understanding of the following :

An ideal candidate will also have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. They will apply principles and techniques of community policing, modern crime prevention, investigation, apprehension, rules of evidence, and all other aspects of law enforcement. Be able to skillfully and safely use firearms and other police related equipment while maintaining composure under adverse conditions such as public harassment, critical injuries, and death.

A competitive candidate will show how they can establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and citizens from a variety of racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of positive community engagement. They will also demonstrate how to effectively analyze situations quickly and objectively and are able to recognize actual and potentially dangerous situations, and to determine the proper course of action. Ability to present evidence in court effectively. Be able to display a skill in observation and remembering details such as names, faces, and incidents.

Police officers need to maintain the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job,which alsoincludes the physical ability to handle persons resisting arrest.

To be considered a lateral applicant you must meet all of the following minimum qualifications :

Candidates must have the ability to :

Employment Automatic Disqualifiers list (CLICK HERE)

All candidates

must

apply online. Faxed and emailed resumes, in lieu of an application, will not be accepted or considered. Incomplete applications will also not be considered.

To apply for this position, click 'Apply' at the top of this job posting.

Required application materials :

Note to applicants that have previously applied with the City of Gresham Police Department : Candidates that have previously applied within the last 5 years must check past communications from the City of Gresham Human Resources regarding eligibility to re-apply.

What to expect as an Applicant

Phase I : Application

Phase II : Interview & Eligible List

Phase III : Pre-Suitability Assessment

Phase IV : Executive Interview

Phase V : Statement of Personal History, Background Investigation & Conditional Employment Offer

Phase VI : Psychological Evaluation & Job-Related Physical Exam

Phase VII : Confirmation of Employment

We make every effort to minimize travel for our out of state candidates. If you are a successful candidate, it is likely there will be one trip necessary to include an interview with the Police Chief and complete a job-related physical, treadmill test and drug screen.

Candidates will be notified through the e-mail address provided on their application as to their status in the process. Any updated contact information should be provided by email to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov as soon as it is available.

If a modification of this process is needed in order to accommodate a disability, please make your request in writing at the time of submitting an application to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or in person to a Human Resources representative at 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030.

Veteran's Preference

The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Our Commitment

The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.

Contact Cathi.Forsythe@GreshamOregon.gov or 503-618-2549 with questions related to this recruitment.

For assistance with the online application system, contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.

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