JOB
The City of Tualatin is recruiting for an lateral police officer and creating an eligibility list for future lateral police officers. Come join a top-tier police department in a family-friendly community that supports it's local law enforcement agency. Our department is accredited and keeps our officers trained and equipped to perform their job. Tualatin's population is well-educated, diverse, and involved in community and school activities. There are excellent educational opportunities available to residents through the Tigard-Tualatin School District and numerous colleges and universities within easy commuting distance. In the most recent resident satisfaction survey, 85% of residents rated the overall quality of life in Tualatin as "excellent" or "good", and most reported they would recommend the community to others and plan to stay for the next five years. Residents take great pride in and appreciate the amenities such as award-winning parks, unique shopping and dining establishments and a low tax rate.
The City of Tualatin is a preferred employer offering generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance as part of the standard package. Retirement benefits includes access to the coveted Oregon PERS system, supplemented with deferred compensation opportunities. The City provides paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Base pay may be supplemented with eligible incentive pays such as for DPSST certifications, second language fluency, etc.
If you are a qualified lateral police officer, we invite you to check out the duties, responsibilities and how to apply information below.
The City will create an eligibility list for future use over the next twelve months. This position is open continuously, until the City receives an adequate pool of lateral officers. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Conducts investigations of reported criminal activity; responds to citizen requests for service; gathers crime scene evidence and takes latent fingerprints; interviews and takes statements from victims, witnesses, and suspects. Performs preventative patrol of city streets, residential and commercial areas of the city. Enforces traffic and criminal laws and City ordinances. Operates radar; checks property security; investigates road and safety hazards. Investigates traffic accidents; determines circumstances, takes statements, performs first aid, and requests appropriate assistance. Controls traffic flow and direction. Investigates reported crimes, interviews, interrogates, makes arrests, develops criminal cases for prosecution, and appears in court as a witness. Temporarily detains suspects in the holding facility. Transports prisoners as required. Prepares full and comprehensive reports on activities. Maintains complete and accurate records of activities performed on duty.
Responds to calls for assistance, and performs public service functions for the citizens. Serves warrants and subpoenas. Receives training on a regular basis. Uses a computer to obtain various information and communicates using e-mail. Assists in the development of crime prevention programs and public relations activities of the department. Performs crime prevention community education functions. Assists the public by answering questions about laws, regulations, and ordinances. Drives to city facilities, vendors, training programs, and meetings as necessary. Rides a bicycle on patrol. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of state and local laws and ordinances; considerable knowledge of the laws governing arrest, and search and seizure. Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system, including courtroom testimony. Considerable knowledge of police investigative procedures and techniques. Ability to become familiar with the geography and people of the city. Ability to understand complex oral and written instructions and act upon them accordingly. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms. Ability to operate assigned vehicles and equipment skillfully and safely. Ability to analyze situations and problems quickly and objectively to determine a course of action. Ability to deal both tactfully and firmly with individuals. Ability to multi-task. Ability to think clearly and perform effectively in stressful or emergency situations. Education and/or Experience: Must be certifiable as a police officer by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (D.P.S.S.T.). Must be eligible for certification in first aid and intoxilyzer examination through the D.P.S.S.T.
HOW TO APPLY:Applications must be filed online at http://www.tualatinoregon.gov.
If you have a general question regarding the recruitment, contact Human Resources at [email protected].
PLEASE NOTE: You may submit a resume in addition to the online application, but it cannot replace the online application work history section. The online application must be completed in its entirety. Online applications with incomplete sections may be disqualified from continuing in the recruitment process.
This position is represented by the Tualatin Police Officer's Association.
The City of Tualatin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
