Police Officer - Entry Level

The City of Tualatin is currently accepting applications for entry level police officer. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in law enforcement. Come join our team of highly-trained officers and assist in making our beautiful city a safer place to live, work, and play.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, 84% 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 features a balance of high-quality residential areas, along with multiple commercial and industrial zones. Tualatin is a mid-sized city with a big city attitude and spirit. Tualatin is one of Oregon's most livable cities; a 33-year Tree City USA, it has an extraordinary landscape, painted with charm, opportunity, and accessibility. The center of downtown is anchored by a public/private plaza project, Tualatin Commons, which consists of mixed-use buildings surrounding a three-acre public lake.

Come join a top-tier police department, recognized as one of Oregon's Top Workplaces in 2020, surrounded by 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.

We will be utilizing this recruitment to create a one-year eligibility list for future entry-level Police Officer openings with the City of Tualatin.

Physical Agility Testing:
The City will incorporate the Oregon Physical Agility Test (ORPAT) in the later stages of the hiring process. However, the city will accept ORPAT scores from the National Testing Network (NTN)  and from other Oregon Police Agencies as long as they meet the following requirements:

• Test must have been taken/passed within 6 months of the recruitment closing date.
• Test results must be submitted directly from NTN, another local police agency, or submitted on police agency letterhead.

We will not accept NTN "PAT" scores. Only ORPAT scores will be considered.

Written Test Requirements:
The City of Tualatin requires a written test be passed prior to a candidate being offered an interview. Full testing services for the position of police officer is available through National Testing Network, Inc.  To fill out a test application and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select Law Enforcement and sign up for the Tualatin Police Department.
 
What to expect at the www.nationaltestingnetwork.comwebsite:

• Completion of a NTN application/registration process
• Review all information related to the Tualatin Police Department police officer position, including minimum requirements, salary and benefits.
• Detailed information about the testing process for both the entry level test and ORPAT testing.
• Opportunity to take online practice tests at www.frontlinetest.com.
• Schedule your own convenient test time. Tests are offered multiple times a week, including Saturdays.
• Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment.

 Upon completion of the entry level exam, and if applicable, ORPAT testing, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the City of Tualatin.  Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry level exam will be placed on the department's eligibility list. The City of Tualatin will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to continue to participate in other stages of the department selection process.
 
National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing and ORPAT testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the City of Tualatin's responsibility and decision making in the testing process.  All candidate results are provided to City of Tualatin where the final decisions are made.

 
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. A candidate will not proceed through the selection process for any of the reasons listed below unless they provide mitigating information regarding one or more of these reasons:

• A felony conviction under state or federal law.
• A misdemeanor conviction relating to sex crimes, crimes against persons, drugs, fraud or moral turpitude.
• Other misdemeanor conviction within the last 5 years.
• Conviction for minor in possession of an alcoholic beverage within the last 3 years.
• Conviction of a major traffic offense or a DUII diversion within the last 5 years.
• Revocation of driving privileges or a felony or misdemeanor operator's license suspension within the last 5 years.
• Three or more hazardous traffic violation convictions within the last 2 years.
• Careless driving conviction within the last 3 years.
• Conviction for an open container of an alcoholic beverage within the last 3 years.
• Conviction of a Class A traffic infraction within the last 3 years.
• Five or more traffic violation convictions, including suspensions, within the last 3 years.
• Operator's license infraction suspension within the last 3 years.
• Possession, sale, distribution, manufacture, and/or use of an illegal drug within the last 10 years.
• Any discharge less than honorable from a branch of the armed forces.
• An arrest record in any law enforcement database.
• Illegal conduct involving moral turpitude.
• Conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit or misrepresentation.
• Intentional deception or fraud, or attempted deception or fraud in any application, examination, or other document.
• Conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice.
• Acts of conduct, which would cause a reasonable person to have substantial doubts about the individual's honesty, fairness, respect for the rights of others, or for the laws of the state and/or of the nation.
• Conduct that adversely reflects on the individual's fitness to perform as a law enforcement officer. 

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Status as a U. S. citizen; or 2)  become a U.S. citizen within 18 months of employment; or 3) status as a nonimmigrant legally admitted in the United States under a Compact of Free Association. Candidates hired under citizenship criterion two must obtain U.S. citizenship within the first 18 months of hire or may be subject to termination.
• Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and federal, state and local laws.
• Considerable knowledge of police investigative procedures and techniques.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to maintain standard law enforcement equipment, i.e., firearms, body armor, chemical agents, uniform equipment, first aid supplies;
• Ability to become an officer which includes, but is not limited to, the ability to pass a written exam, pre-screening interview, oral board, extensive background check, physical agility test, psychological exam, drug screen and an employment entrance medical exam.
• Ability to work different shifts, which includes evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

A comprehensive program of testing and examination will assess the persons:

• Ability to understand complex oral and written instructions and act upon them accordingly; ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine course of action; ability to think clearly and perform effectively in stressful or emergency situations; ability to conduct criminal investigations and evaluate facts and information; and, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with government officials, agencies, employees and the general public; and, the ability to familiarize oneself with the geography of the area.
• Visual acuity (uncorrected or corrected) of 20/20 in both eyes combine normal color discrimination, normal binocular coordination, and normal peripheral vision; ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds occasionally; ability to occasionally run short distance sprints and longer distance runs; ability to climb and descend stairs/structures; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to sit for a prolonged period of time; ability to physically subdue combative individuals and dangerous animals; and, the ability to withstand various weather conditions and noisy environments.

Employees in this classification are required to wear uniforms.
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:
Candidates must complete and pass the State of Oregon required written exam for police officer in order to advance in the process. See specifics above under "written exam". Tests are available through www.nationaltestingnetwork.com .

Applications must be filed online at http://www.tualatinoregon.gov. The position is open until filled, and may close at any time. For best opportunity, please apply at your earliest.

If you have a general question regarding the recruitment, contact Human Resources at recruitment@tualatin.gov.

This position is open until filled and may close at any time. Apply early for best opportunity.

This position is represented by the Tualatin Police Officer's Association.

The City of Tualatin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women and veterans are encouraged to apply.