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City of Umatilla, OR lists this Police Officer opportunity in umatilla, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Umatilla Police Department HiringThe Umatilla Police Department is hiring either Lateral or Entry Level Police Officers. Signing bonus for eligible lateral officers. Additional incentive pay is available for the following:SRO (3 - 5 year assignment) - 5%Detective (3 - 5 year assignment) - 5%DPSST Certified Instructor per discipline - 1% (3% max)Bilingual - 4%FTO (year-round) - 1.5%College Degree - $175 - $275 per monthIntermediate DPSST Certification - $225 per monthAdvanced DPSST Certification - $325 per monthThe Police Officer position performs general law enforcement and crime prevention work that includes patrolling designated areas, investigating criminal matters and enforcing federal, state and local ordinances. Work is generally performed under the direct supervision of the Sergeant who assigns and reviews work for conformance to laws, departmental policies and procedures.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesRequired to patrol streets, businesses and residential areas to enforce traffic laws, criminal laws and city ordinances.Required to respond to calls which may include major crimes, civil complaints, thefts, assaults, family disputes, juvenile complaints and other service related instances and take appropriate action to remedy those situations.Maintain written records and prepare reports necessary for accidents, criminal investigations, crime prevention, prosecution and other department requirements.Investigate traffic crashes which include checking for injured persons, administering emergency first aid and controlling the crash scene to ensure the safety of all persons.Conduct investigations and interrogations by gathering evidence and taking statements of victims, suspects, witnesses, bystanders, and any other persons who may be involved in the situation.Serve criminal warrants, court orders, subpoenas and testify in court matters as needed.Assist disabled motorists and provide information and direction to the public in a professional manner.Perform crime prevention activities which may include surveillance patrols and dissemination of information to the public.Make arrests, book, search, transport and release prisoners.Provide specialized police duties which may involve assignments to special units on a short- or long-term basis.Maintain proficiency in the use of police related equipment which includes firearms and motor vehicles.Participate in public relations programs which may include speaking to large and small groups of adults and children.Other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsPossession of, or ability to obtain, Department of Public Safety Standards Training (DPSST) Basic Police CertificationMust be a US CitizenMust be at least 21 years of ageMust be able to pass a comprehensive background investigationPossession of High School Diploma or GEDAbility to pass a psychological evaluationPossession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Oregon driver's license and have a safe driving record.Physical ability to perform police officer activities as outlined in OAR Have not been convicted of any potentially disqualifying crimes as outlined by DPSSTSupplemental InformationABILITY TO:Organize and administer effective work programs to meet department needs.Assign, direct and evaluate the work of others.Prepare and implement formal and informal training programs.Coach and counsel employees.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Understand and appropriately act on oral and written instructions.Work independently and perform appropriately and effectively in emergency situations.Make decisions quickly based on knowledge available.Prepare complete, accurate reports.Deal tactfully with the public.Maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, other city departments and law enforcement agencies and the public.Adapt to changing situations and priorities.Physically perform assigned work.Work all shifts assigned on a rotating basis.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and ordinancesKnowledge of adult and juvenile judicial proceduresKnowledge of department policy and proceduresAbility to communicate both orally and in writing in EnglishAbility to understand and appropriately act on English oral and written instructions.Ability to make decisions quickly based on the knowledge and training availablePrepare complete, accurate forms and reportsDeal tactfully with the public in a courteous, respectful mannerMaintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, other city departments, other law enforcement agencies and the general publicAbility to adapt to changing situations and prioritiesBenefitsWe offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
Worksite address
umatilla, OR, 97882, US
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