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Entry Level Police Officer

Entry Level Police Officer

Government JobsGresham, OR, US
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Entry Level Police Officer

The City of Gresham Police Department is accepting applications for Entry Level Police Officer positions. Do you have a desire to impact, inspire, and influence those you encounter each day? Are you looking to work in a fast-paced learning environment, where you are encouraged to grow in your career and engage within the community?

The Gresham Police Department is a full-service police department with a variety of opportunities for an individual to build an extensive skill set and a fulfilling career in law enforcement.

Police officers are assigned to one of three shifts (day, swing, and graveyard) based on seniority. 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.

We are proud to offer competitive living-wage salaries with generous benefit and retirement packages, and extensive, ongoing training opportunities to support the current and future needs of a thriving community service and safety department. In addition to base salary, officers are eligible for overtime pay, premium pay for participation in specialty or instructor assignments, and advanced certification pay.

Benefits include :

  • Paid vacation : 21.33 hours per month to start.
  • Education reimbursement up to $5,000.
  • Sick leave for longer-term illnesses.
  • Medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
  • City participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Health reimbursement account.
  • Flexible spending account.
  • Deferred compensation.
  • Uniforms, uniform cleaning, weapon and other equipment provided.

Our 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.

Come build the future with us.

Position Description

Gresham Police Officers are responsible for the protection of life and property to community members and visitors within the City of Gresham. Officers provide emergency aid, security, education and enforcement of State Law and City Ordinances.

We respond to requests for information and assistance, participate in various community initiatives, work with community members to solve neighborhood and crime associated problems, ensure proper and equitable enforcement of laws and regulations, investigate criminal activity, and make arrests. Police officers report to an assigned sergeant and we use a chain of command system.

What you will get to do :

  • Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, bicycle, or other means of transportation; observes, reports, and responds to crime and danger; observes and checks buildings, residences, schools, banks, vacant areas, vehicles, suspicious persons, and others; performs onsite testing and interrogation of individuals suspected of intoxication; escorts suspects to various buildings; performs breathalyzer analysis, videotaping, and other testing; performs stakeouts or undercover operations to obtain crime evidence; as required, physically detains and subdues law violators or those resisting arrest; maneuvers a variety of situations, such as moving through heavy underbrush and trees, jumping fences, climbing onto or into buildings, using deadly force, and others in order to protect self and others; issues citations, makes arrests, or takes other appropriate action; ensures enforcement of all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Responds to emergency calls, including determining the nature of the call, investigating circumstances, and taking action; takes command at scene of accident or crime; administers first aid and requests medical service as necessary; interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects and takes statements; records information regarding causes and circumstances; conducts welfare checks, completes mental health evaluations, and coordinates with hospitals and clinicians; requests assistance from other departmental staff.
  • Reports traffic issues and hazards; directs vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow; enforces vehicle operations and parking regulations; issues warnings or notices of traffic infractions; disburses unruly crowds at public gatherings.
  • Conducts investigations of suspected illegal activity; performs follow-up investigations of criminal cases; ensures security of persons and evidence at the crime scene; collects and documents evidence; requests lab analysis as appropriate.
  • Serves and enforces court-ordered civil process orders, including restraining, protection, no contact, anti-harassment, subpoenas, and others; serves arrest and search warrants; prepares criminal cases for prosecution; interacts with attorneys and court officials; testifies in court as required.
  • Provides information on laws, ordinances, police patrols, filing a formal complaint, crime prevention education, and other law-enforcement related topics; directs community members to appropriate authorities as necessary; works with community members to solve ongoing traffic-related problems; collaborates and maintains relationships with other law enforcement agencies, school officials, and community service agencies; acts as a representative on committees, interagency task forces, special projects, and other community outreach activities as assigned.
  • Serves as Field Training Officer for new officers; works on specialty assignments which may include public education, schools, and training; attends meetings, seminars, and other training classes; prepares a variety of records and reports, such as felony and / or misdemeanor charges, arrests, accidents, offenses, property impounded, property damage, investigations, affidavits in support of search warrants, and others; ensures equipment used is maintained and operating properly.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    Knowledge of :

  • Laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances affecting City and Police Department policies and operations
  • 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 and City staff
  • Communication principles, practices, and techniques
  • Modern office practices and methods, computer equipment, and software applications

    • 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
  • Analyze problems quickly; deal effectively with people under hostile and emergency situations; physically handle persons resisting arrest; perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations
  • Observe and accurately recall places, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents
  • 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

    • 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. (Following a job offer Gresham PD will send candidates for a department paid Medical / Physical exam.)
  • 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 in section 259-008-0010 of the Oregon Administrative Rules.

    • You must meet the following City of Gresham Police Department standards :

  • Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.
  • Possess the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in
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