Police Officer - Entry Level

The City of Central Point seeks to develop a pool of qualified applicants to create a hiring list for current and future anticipated ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER vacancies.  

Individuals hired by the City of Central Point as an Entry Level Police Officer will receive a full salary and benefits while attending the 16 week Police Academy; and attend the Academy at no cost. 

To be considered for the ENTRY LEVEL Police Officer you must meet the minimum qualifications of a Police Officer.

Required Minimum Qualifications of a Police Officer

To be considered for this position, you must:

• be 21 years of age at the time of appointment
• have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oregon driver's license at the time of appointment
• have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• be able to provide proof of legal eligibility to work in the USA
• possess or obtain US citizenship per OAR 259-008-0010
• not have any felony convictions or domestic violence convictions
• have an acceptable driving record
• be able to pass physical (including hearing and visual) and psychological examinations
• be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen
• be able to fully meet D.P.S.S.T. standard (OAR 259-008-0010) for employment as a law enforcement officer

If you wish to apply or would like more information about the position(s) or the process, please read all the information provided, including all links.  Scroll down for links to apply on-line and for important information.  Failure to read and follow all of the information provided may adversely affect your application.

Click to apply for this position: APPLY

YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTACH A RESUME OR OTHER FORMS TO YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION.

Closing Date:  4:00 pm on November 4, 2024

No incomplete applications will be considered. 

•             Minimum standards for employment as a police officer in the state of Oregon  (OAR 249-008-0010)

•             Physical Ability (ORPAT) Test Information–https://www.oregon.gov/dpsst/cj/pages/orpat.aspx

Written Test, ORPAT, and Oral interviews will be held on a date yet to be determined.  Those applicants that are selected for an opportunity to participate will be notified by phone or email.      

Pay and benefits are negotiated and codified in a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 223.

Monthly Salary Range: $5,416 – $7,259

Annual Salary Range:  $64,992 - $87,108

Additional pay:  $150/mo. associate's degree; $300/mo. bachelor's degree; $450/mo. master's degree; 5% of base salary for bilingual English/Spanish or Sign Language; and 3.5% of base salary for DPSST Intermediate or 7% DPSST Advanced certification are available upon hire.

Benefits Package:  Full family medical with $150 individual/$450 family deductible, dental, vision, and Rx insurance with the employee contributing $169.30 per month, City paid (HRA-VEBA) health reimbursement account of $145 per month, generous  holiday, sick leave, and vacation, fully paid Oregon PERS retirement, life and long term disability insurance, fitness reimbursement, college tuition reimbursement program, employee assistance program; plus optional employee paid benefits:  deferred compensation, medical/dependent care flexible spending account, Mercy Flights,  and additional life insurance.

Application Procedure:  Click Here to APPLY

Only individuals who submit a complete on-line application will be considered. 

Once your application is received, you will receive updates on what the next steps in the process are via email or text.  You must meet all of the deadlines provided.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  If you apply using INDEED or other application software, all required information may not be collected or transferred to the City's application form.  To ensure a smooth application process you should apply using the above "Apply" Links.  The City is not responsible for any missed deadlines or missing data due to the use of electronic application software.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Information about the position and the process:

•  Job Announcement Flyer & Job Description
• Central Point Police Video

The City reserves the right to select the individual(s) who, in the opinion of the City of Central Point, represents the most appropriate match for the City’s needs at the time of selection.  Any offer of appointment to a position will be made conditional upon successful completion of a thorough background investigation, a psychological evaluation, drug and alcohol screen, and physical exam (including vision and hearing). 

Notes:  The City of Central Point reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is determined that (1) applicants do not constitute an adequate recruitment pool; (2) candidates within the pool do not fulfill the desired qualifications; (3) the City does not have the necessary funds for the position at the time; or (4) it is for any reason not in the best interest of the City to fill the position.

The City of Central Point is a non-discriminatory, equal opportunity employer.

The information on this site is as accurate as possible at the time of posting.  Please check this web page again prior to submitting your application for any updates.