Recruit Police Officer

Police Officer

The City of McMinnville is looking to hire recruit police officers. This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including discovery, investigation, report preparation, and patrol to enforce federal, state and local laws. This position oversees police program areas, which may require additional specialized training. This job announcement is for applicants who have submitted passing NTN scores from the past 12 months AND passing ORPAT scores that include the push / pull machine to the City of McMinnville. Applicants who have not submitted passing NTN and ORPAT scores to the City will be rejected. A passing time for ORPAT is 6 : 20 for the initial testing; however, a passing time to graduate from the basic police academy is 5 : 30.

McMinnville is a kind and caring community that places extraordinary levels of trust in its officers; we set the bar high for professionalism, accountability, and service to our 35,000 residents and numerous food and wine tourists who visit the City. Our department's leadership team guides the four patrol squads, a special investigation division, and non-sworn employees in property & evidence and records to embody our values of excellence, service, integrity, dedication, and humility.

McMinnville is an easy-going, forward-thinking city nestled in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley. The American Planning Association has recognized our historic downtown as one of its prestigious Great Streets in America. McMinnville's central location means our nearly 35,000 residents aren't far from the scenic Oregon Coast, our state capitol, the metro area (professional sports, cultural, and other activities), and tremendous outdoor activities, such as the slopes of Mt. Hood. Home to world-class pinot noir and other varietals, McMinnville attracts winemakers and food and wine tourists from around the globe.

To learn more about where we're going, check out our strategic plan, Mac-town 2032.

Essential Job Functions

Patrol streets, businesses, and residential areas to enforce traffic and criminal laws. Issues warnings or citations for violations. Performs security checks for suspicious persons or vehicles.

Responds to calls, including major crimes, civil complaints, thefts, assaults, family disputes, etc., and takes appropriate actions. Directs traffic at accident / crime scenes as necessary. Performs CPR / First Aid as necessary.

Makes arrests, conducts searches, transports and releases prisoners.

Performs community policing activities such as meeting with individuals and groups to discuss crime prevention techniques. Collaborates with citizens, businesses and other community resources to jointly solve crime and livability problems. Participates in public relations programs, which may include speaking to citizen and school groups, and public service efforts.

Provides assistance and back up as requested.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered for the position of Entry Level Police Officer :

Be a United States Citizen within 18 months of employment.

Be at least 21 years of age at the date of hire.

Possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.

Declared by a physician as able to perform the physical duties as required by the occupation.

Of good moral fitness, without legal conduct involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, and a conviction of a sex crime, domestic violence and / or any felony crime.

Information regarding the minimum qualifications for Oregon law enforcement officers is available at Oregon Administrative Rule 259-008-0010.

As a McMinnville police officer, you will be looked to as a leader in the community. You must exhibit the following qualities or attributes to be considered for this position : Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Empathy, Humility, Effective communication, Strong writing skills, Self-control and ability to remain calm, Ability to build relationships within the department and in the community, A sense of ethics, A service mentality, Ability to work within a team.

Other required qualifications : Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances affecting City and Police Department policies and procedures. City government administration, organization, functions, and services. Practices, principles, procedures, regulations, and techniques used in police work, including rules of evidence, methods of investigation and apprehension, and others. Criminal behavior and causes underlying criminality; social, psychological, and physical needs of criminals. Safe and appropriate use of police vehicles and equipment, including firearms and other specialized tools. Safety practices, procedures, and precautions; basic first aid and CPR procedures. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public. Communication principles, practices, and techniques. Modern office practices and methods, computer equipment, and software applications. Skill and Ability to : Exercise discretion in confidential and sensitive matters. Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations. Apply techniques, policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and methods of crime prevention, investigation, apprehension, rules of evidence, and other aspects of law enforcement; read, understand, and explain complex laws, ordinances, plans, and orders. Observe and accurately recall places, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents. Analyze problems quickly; deal effectively with people under hostile and emergency situations; physically handle persons resisting arrest; perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Skillfully and safely use firearms and other police-related tools. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external contacts. Operate police-related equipment and technology tools including personal computers, laptop computers and printers, and body worn cameras. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; present information, proposals, recommendations, and evidence clearly and persuasively. Physically perform the essential job functions.

Special requirements or licenses :

Must be at least 21 years of age with no criminal record.

Must meet the Department's physical standards.

Driver's license valid in the State of Oregon with an acceptable driving record.

Attendance at the Police Academy and possession of DPSST Basic Law Enforcement Training after hire.

Preferred certifications / licenses / training :

Previous college-level training or experience in law enforcement.

Knowledge of community and surrounding areas.

Previous training related to police equipment or operations, e.g., first aid, CPR, hazardous materials, firearms training, LEDS General level certification, etc.

Bilingual (Spanish / English).