Police Officer  Salary $37.32 - $47.63 Hourly Location City of Corvallis, OR Job Type Full time regular employee Job Number 01270 Department Corvallis Police Department Opening Date 01/02/2025 Closing Date Continuous Position Summary The Corvallis Police Department - Integrity & Honor Consider being a Police Officer for the Corvallis Police Department, serving and protecting our citizens andmunity. Corvallis Police Officers work both independently and cooperatively to provide pro-active police protection and crime prevention consistent withmunity policing objectives. They ensure the safety of themunity in an orderly, efficient, and professional manner. Conduct investigations of crimes which lead to identification, apprehension, and prosecution of criminals.

Additional Information:

Police Officer hourly range: $37.32 - $47.63 10 hour scle shifts, Full-Time, CPOA represented positions 18-month probationary period

Incentive Rates:

Intermediate Certification 3% (non-probationary employees) Advanced Certification 8% (non-probationary employees) ORPAT Certification 2% Bilingual 5% Assigned 5% (Administrative, Community Livability, Motorcycle, School Resource, Training) Assigned Detective 5% (8% after 3 years assigned Detective) Assigned Canine 10% PTO 1% Certified

DRE/DME 5

% (When actively engaged in DRE/DME work) This recruitment is continuous for multiple positions. Applicants who are not selected to fill a vacancy may reapply in the next recruitment process. Should you fail a step in the current recruitment process, you must wait one year in order to be eligible to reapply in the current recruitment process.

Lateral Police Officers:

Lateral Officers will be credited with 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick leave banks upon hire. Lateral Officers will receive credit for time already served as peace officer for placement on the vacation accrual scale. Additionally, Lateral Officers may serve a shorter probationary period at the discretion of the Chief of Police. Please see our website forplete Position Description including essential functions and requirements. Proposed Recruitment Timeline January 2, 2025 Recruitment Opens Ongoing Application review will occur weekly Virtual speed interview Oral Boards & Final Chief's Interview NGLE Testing Background/Medical/Drug Screen/Psychological Anticipated Appointment for positions will be as appropriate Essential Functions All officers perform the following essential functions. Time devoted to each of these functions may vary according to assignment, shift, or departmental needs. Detects and deters crime, usingmunity policing techniques such asmunitycation, problem-solving, law enforcement and presence in assigned areas using a motor vehicle, bicycle, or while on foot. Stops motorists for traffic law offenses and takes appropriate enforcement action. Investigates crime and traffic accidents by: Interviewing victims and witnesses to gather detailed information. Interviewing and interrogating suspects in accordance with legal requirements. Gathering and processing physical evidence and intelligence by a variety of methods, including; surveillance and contact with the public, drug testing, photography, video and audio recording, fingerprinting and bank, medical,puter, and utility record research. Preparing affidavits for, and executing, search and arrest warrants. Apprehending and arresting suspects. Preparing required reports and documentation. Coordinating prosecution with attorneys. Preparing cases for trial, participating and testifying in court proceedings. Directing and/or assisting other personnel at the scene of a crime, in the course of an investigation, or in performing other police services. Acting as a resource for other personnel and departments in areas of specialized knowledge, training, or experience. May be called on to testify as an expert witness in those areas. Providesmunity service in the areas of mediation, traffic control, crowd control, and ensuring peace in civil disputes. Reviews incidents to determine options in police response, alternative conflict resolution, or referral to other agencies. Processes prisoners, including photographing, fingerprinting, and booking. Transports prisoners as required. Reviews, analyzes and applies crime analysis data including recognition of crime trends and patterns and develop intervention methods. Executes and evaluates the plan with supervisor and other staff members. Leads and directs volunteers. May be assigned to recruit and/or Cadet development, including instruction and application of laws, department rules and policies, proper use and maintenance of equipment, and proper safety techniques. Evaluates and reports progress of recruit officers. Utilizesputers in research, report writing, booking prisoners, crime investigation,munications and other related functions. Performs administrative functions such as providing input into short or long term goals, training, budget, scling, equipment, and other special concerns. Coordinates, plans and participates in special events. Performs public relations duties to inform andcate themunity. Gives presentations for large and small groups and special populations. Additional assignments may include, but are not limited to: developing, presenting, or receiving training; instructing school age students; speaking engagements to citizen interest groups; citizen training in crime prevention, safety, and other subjects; researching, designing, and implementingcational/information programs on law enforcement and crime prevention topics for varied groups and learning needs; serving on an interagency or interdepartmental team, and other related duties as assigned. Special assignments are defined by the Chief of Police and consist of work of a specialized nature performed on a full time basis for an extended period of time. These assignments are responsible to perform the essential functions of Police Officer, but with considerable special emphasis in certain of these functions during their special assignment and they may also require additional skills or training. Special assignments currently consist of Detective, Motorcycle Officer, Canine Officer, School Resource Officer, and Community Livability Officer. When there is no on-duty supervisor, a Police Officer may act in the capacity of a Police Sergeant. Operates and drives a motor vehicle safely and legally. Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences. Maintains effective work relationships. Adheres to all City and Department policies. Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance. Qualifications and Skills Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent required. An Associate's degree or equivalent of 90 quarter or 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university highly preferred. Basic DPSST Certificate followingpletion of training, within 18 months of employment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to collect, process, and evaluateplex material and information. Must be able tomunicate effectively in writing and verbally in situations which may be stressful. Ability to work on multiple investigations, as well as perform necessary patrol duties, traffic enforcement,munity service, special assignments, and training as required. Ability to resolve situations by making appropriate decisions in highly stressful, rapidly deteriorating, and violent situations. Ability to walk, run, jump, stand, lift, sit, restrainbative individuals, and other physical requirements as determined by Department of Public Safety and Training (DPSST). Ability to safely operate police vehicles. Officers assigned a motorcycle must also have the ability to right the motorcycle to its center stand from a laying position and meet the training requirements of the department. Ability to meet State standards in the use of vehicles, firearms, and other weapons and equipment in stressful, emergency conditions. Ability to learn to use aputer to perform the essential functions of the position in a timely manner. Strong interpersonal skills and respect for diversity. Ability to write for and work with diverse groups. Demonstrablemitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Ability to prioritize work load, perform multiple tasks, coordinate with other law enforcement agencies, service agencies, and departments and cope withpeting and changing priorities. Ability to be flexible, adaptable and creative. Ability to maintain the standards identified in the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. Ability to speak effectively in public. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and protocols. Considerable cooperation and collaboration skills, investigative abilities and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrablemitment to sustainability required. Special Requirements Intoxilyzer certification within 12 months of employment. CPR Certification. Valid Oregon driver's license and driving record that meets the standards set by the City of Corvallis. Must be a U.S. citizen within 18 months of hire; at least 21 years of age; no felony convictions or convictions of domestic assault misdemeanor; resident within 25 miles of Corvallis city limits. (may be waived by the Police Chief). Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. Must successfully pass the Department of Public Safety and Training (DPSST) medical examination that includes vision and hearing tests and a psychological examination. Must successfully pass aprehensive background investigation including criminal history check and obtain an Oregon State Police Criminal Justice Information Systems clearance. Ability to meet/maintain Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) accreditation standards applicable to the position. Must be able to testify in a court of law. Additional assignments may require additional specialized training as defined by the department. The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace. How to Apply Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the . This recruitment is continuous for multiple positions. Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume with the online application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of apleted online application. Late or iplete applications will not be accepted/considered. Applicants who are not selected to fill a vacancy may reapply in the next recruitment process. Should you fail a step in the current recruitment process, you must wait one year in order to be eligible to reapply in the current recruitment process. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with ADA. Agency City of Corvallis Address 501 SW Madison Avenue PO Box 1083 Corvallis, Oregon, 97339 Phone 541-766-6902 TTD/TTY Oregon Relay 711