Police Patrol Officer jobs in Salem, OR
Police Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Being a Police Patrol Officer requires an associate degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Requires Firearms Certification. Additionally, Police Patrol Officer typically reports to a police sergeant. The Police Patrol Officer works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Police Patrol Officer typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Patrol Deputy - Oregon DPSST Certified Police Officer
- Jefferson County, (OR)
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Madras, OR
FULL_TIME
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The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office seeks experienced, certified police officers or entry-level applicants for Patrol Deputy openings.Basic Police DPSST Certification pay range: $30.93 - $39.28/hourIntermediate Police DPSST Certification range: $39.49 - $42.23/hourAdvanced Police DPSST Certification range: $41.06 - $43.92/hourYou must be willing to work the day shift, swing shift, or graveyard assignments, including weekends and holidays. While work is generally routine, it may be performed in stressful situations. Activities are reviewed for adequacy of judgment, compliance with laws, regulations, policy/procedures, and achievement of results consistent with goals and objectives.
As a sworn Patrol Deputy, you will work under the direct supervision of the Patrol Sergeant. You will serve a period of probation and prove your fitness for the job by your quality of work and by reports and recommendations of your supervising officers.Benefits of working for Jefferson County!
-Affordable medical/vision/dental insurance-Paid vacation and sick leave that start accruing your first month-PERS retirement plan (employee/employer contribution rates vary)-Work in beautiful central Oregon-The County is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program- Serves to preserve the public peace; protect life and property; prevent crime; arrest violators of the law.
- Patrols roads, highways and business areas in assigned area, in the enforcement of traffic and criminal laws; responds to a variety of misdemeanor and felony reports.
- Investigates automobile accidents and crimes and makes reports; administers first-aid as needed; conducts investigations and interrogations, identify, collect, process evidence, takes photographs, and takes statements.
- Trains other employees in specific areas of expertise. Familiarizes new employees in departmental policies and procedures, the geographical and cultural characteristics of the assigned area, and methods used in various situations.
- Ready at all times to answer calls, render assistance to the public and obey the orders of supervisors.
- Protects the rights of those persons with whom there is contact, as provided in the Constitution of the United States and the laws of the State of Oregon and the County.
- Accountable for the good order of assigned duty area.
- Pays careful attention to dispatches and to orders and instructions issued by supervisor.
- Secures names, address and such other information that is necessary to complete required police reports.
- Familiar with the County, including the routes of bus lines, the location of streets, public buildings and points of interest, courts, transportation offices and depots, highways and boundaries thereof and the County; the boundaries of and location of City, County and State institutions, to provide helpful information and assistance.
- While working assigned area, reports leaking pipes, gas mains, sewers, street lights out, power lines down, traffic lights or signs in need of repair.
- Observes anything likely to prove dangerous or a public nuisance or inconvenience to the public; shall remedy if possible or report it without delay.
- Remains alert and vigilant on duty.
- When in uniform, keeps badge and name plate in sight and gives name and identification number in a respectful manner when requested.
- Possesses excellent verbal, written and arithmetic skills necessary to effectively and efficiently communicate, complete required report writing, and deliver accurate testimony.
- Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
As a condition of employment for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, employees must meet and maintain the work performance standards set forth in the job description and possess the skills, certifications, education and other requirements set forth in the Sheriff's Policy and Procedure Manual, the Jefferson County Personnel Policies and Procedure Manual and any other applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Abilities:- Use a computer workstation to write various reports and letters.
- Drive patrol vehicle.
- Use a variety of modern electronic equipment, including laptop or portable computers, handheld GPS, digital cameras, e-mail, and voice mail.
- Be familiar with and able to use a variety of specialty software including Sheriff Department proprietary report writing software, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
- Develop skill in the use and care of a variety of firearms and related mechanical and electrical equipment; must have the ability to develop skill in the use and care of Sheriff Department Patrol vehicles.
- Possess and exercise the ability to meet and deal with the public in an effective and courteous manner.
- Will be required, on occasion, to attend training and meetings away from the normal duty station. Training will require out-of-town (and County) travel and overnight(s) stays.
- Must be 21 years old.
- Requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to operate sheriff equipment, weapons, and apparatus
- Visual acuity necessary for performing tasks including normal color discrimination
- Ambulatory ability to walk, climb, run, and carry or move inanimate objects up to 60 pounds
- Subdue resistive or combative individual
- Speech and auditory abilities sufficient to carry on conversations and project voice among large crowds
- Sufficient hand/eye coordination to operate a computer keyboard and recognize words and numbers
- Abilities as prescribed by the Board of Public Safety Standards and Training
- Free of any physical, emotional, or mental condition that may affect job performance
Entry Level applicants must be high school graduates or possess a General Education Development (GED) certificate. College-level coursework is desirable. Applicants will need to certify through the National Testing Network or if you haven't tested for ORPAT within the last year.
Licenses/Certificates/Background:- Valid Oregon driver's license
- Current Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced DPSST certification as a police officer or ability to obtain basic certification within one year of hire.
- Position requires comprehensive post-offer physical, psychological, criminal, and background check
- Free from the conviction of a crime other than a minor traffic violation
- Honorable discharge from the military
Probationary Conditions: This position is based on the successful completion of a twelve-month probationary period.To learn more about the Sheriff's Office visit:https://www.jeffco.net/sheriff/page/about-usJefferson County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.If you are a Veteran and wish to request Veterans' Preference credit, please click HERE to complete the Veterans' Preference form and upload the required documentation as part of your application. - 5 Days Ago
Police Officer
- City of Newport
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Newport, OR
FULL_TIME
- The City of Newport is seeking a professional, dedicated, and service minded individual to fill the position of Police Officer. The Patrol Officer is the key to the success in a police department. The...
- 3 Days Ago
Police officer
- City of Independence
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Independence, OR
FULL_TIME
- TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE OFFICER POSITION Submit a City of Independence Application through this web page Complete the NTN process with a passing score in all areas. ORPAT must be ran under 5 Minutes an...
- 21 Days Ago
Police Officer
- City of Corvallis
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Corvallis, OR
FULL_TIME
- The Corvallis Police Department - Integrity & Honor Consider being a Police Officer for the Corvallis Police Department, serving and protecting our citizens and community. Corvallis Police Officers wo...
- 23 Days Ago
Police Officer
- Oregon State University
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Corvallis, OR
FULL_TIME
- Police Officer Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications will be reviewed and considered as opportunities arise. When ap...
- 25 Days Ago
Police Officer
- City of Keizer
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Keizer, OR
FULL_TIME
- POLICE OFFICER The City of Keizer, Oregon, is seeking applicants for a Police Officer position! Requests for accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing prior ...
- 25 Days Ago
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0 Police Patrol Officer jobs found in Salem, OR area
Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral
- City of Salem, OR
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Salem, OR
- Salary: $39.90 - $43.99 Hourly Location : 333 Division Street NE Salem, OR Job Type: Fulltime-Career Job Number: 24-0411...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Police Reserve Officer (Volunteer)
- City of Dallas Oregon
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Dallas, OR
- THIS IS AN UNPAID, VOLUNTEER POSITION. Performs police patrol and community peace keeping services related to civil matt...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral
- City of Salem, OR
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Salem, OR
- Salary: $39.90 - $43.99 Hourly Location : 333 Division Street NE Salem, OR Job Type: Fulltime-Career Job Number: 24-0411...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Flex Security Officer $20/hour + $500 Bonus!
- Securitas Inc.
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Salem, OR
- Location:Location:Flex Security Officer $20/hour + $500 Bonus! in Wilsonville, OR at Securitas Security Services USA Loc...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Graveyard Corporate Security Officer - $17/hour
- Securitas Inc.
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Salem, OR
- Location:Location:Graveyard Corporate Security Officer - $17/hour in Fairview, OR at Securitas Security Services USA Loc...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Reserve Police Officer
- City of Independence, OR
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Independence, OR
- Salary : $0.00 Annually Location : Independence Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: RES2022 Department: Independence Police ...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Reserve Police Officer
- City of Independence, OR
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Independence, OR
- Salary : $0.00 Annually Location : Independence Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: RES2022 Department: Independence Police ...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Operations Center (SOC), Manager
- Zoom
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Salem, OR
- What you can expect? The SOC Manager will be responsible for driving continuous improvement of our logging and detection...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Salem, Oregon
Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley alongside the Willamette River, which runs north through the city. The river forms the boundary between Marion and Polk counties, and the city neighborhood of West Salem is in Polk County. Salem was founded in 1842, became the capital of the Oregon Territory in 1851, and was incorporated in 1857.
Salem had a population of 169,798 in 2017, making it the second-largest city in the state after Portland. Salem is a little under an hour's driving dis...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Police Patrol Officer jobs
$59,974 to $69,896
Salem, Oregon area prices
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