Police Officer - Entry Level

Job Summary

Salem Police Department Core Values : Collaboration | Honor | Integrity | Compassion

Salary : Hourly Rate $39.11; Step 1 to Step 6 increasing; Monthly Rate listed; Longevity Rate applicable.

Hourly Rate : $39.11; $41.07; $43.12; $45.28; $47.54; $49.92; $51.42

Monthly Rate : $6,779.07; $7,118.80; $7,474.13; $7,848.53; $8,240.27; $8,652.80; $8,912.80

Certifications, Training, & College Incentives : 2% - 10%

Extra Duty / Specialized Assignment Incentive : 2.5% - 5%

Bi-Lingual Incentive : 5%

Full List of Incentives : Collective Bargaining Agreement

Other Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family; Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%; Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies; Voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b; Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; Voluntary long-term care; Employee wellness program; Employee assistance program; Employee health clinic; Free, secure parking; Department gym available for employee use.

The City offers an excellent compensation and benefits package which can be found by clicking here.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old at date of hire.
• Be a U.S. Citizen or have the ability to become one within 18 months of hire.
• Participate in competitive testing including physical fitness testing, reading comprehension, writing skills, written, physical / vision, hearing and psychological examinations, and be able to pass strict Police Department background investigation.
• Must pass the pre-employment drug test (including marijuana).
• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Oregon's minimum standards to work as a law enforcement officer and background disqualifiers can be found in OAR 259-008.
• Must be able to work periodic overtime and a variety of 24-hour rotating shifts including holidays and weekends.
• High School graduate or have completed a G.E.D.

Certifications / Licenses

Disqualifiers & Eliminating Factors

Hiring Process

Applicants must submit a completed application and attach valid test results for NTN Frontline National Test (NTN) and Oregon Physical Agility Test (ORPAT) or out-of-state PAT equivalent at the time of application to be considered in the hiring process.

NTN & ORPAT / PAT Requirements : 70% in Writing; 70% in Reading; 65% in Video / Media. Applicants must complete the ORPAT in 6 : 30 or less to pass. DPSST requires a time of 5 : 30 or less for graduation. Hired applicants are eligible for a $100 reimbursement for NTN and ORPAT testing costs.

Go to NTN and ORPAT preparation resources and ORPAT scheduling as applicable.

About Us

The Salem Police Department is the 4th largest agency in the State of Oregon. We are a full-service department, with a new facility and amenities for employees.

The City of Salem is the capital of Oregon; it offers diverse living and working environments and is located in the Willamette Valley.

How to apply : click the green "Apply" button; ensure you meet qualifications; eligibility lists may be created for six months. The City is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. EEO statements and contact information are provided below.

For more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit www.cityofsalem.net / jobs.

Contact Information

Sgt. Robert Dowd

503-932-4517

policejobs@cityofsalem.net

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS NOT AN IMPLIED CONTRACT AND MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries : Government Administration

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