Lateral Police Officer

Medford, OR - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 75836 - 100631

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

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This recruitment is open tolateral candidates only and will also be used to create an eligibility list for future MPD openings.
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Are you an experienced police officer who enjoys serving others

Do you seek a challenging and rewarding position while fulfilling your passion for law enforcement

The Medford Police Department is looking for candidates who are driven possess strong communication abilities and thrive in team-oriented environments. Our officers operate within a culture that values fresh and innovative ideas empowering them to find new ways to enhance the service we provide to our community.

MPDs dedicated team consists of nearly 190 employees and over 30 volunteers committed to delivering excellent police services and outstanding customer service in all operations.

A lateral applicant is one who:

Holds an active Oregon DPSST Police Officer certification or holds an active Police Officer certification in their respective state; and

Has been employed as a certified Police Officer for a minimum of 18 months.

Note: Military Police Federal Law Enforcement Corrections and Parole/Probation DO NOT qualify as a Lateral Police Officer.

Meets DPSST established physical standards.
- Click HERE to see physical hearing and vision requirements
Completes background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

Work schedule:
The patrol teams operate on 3/12 and 4/10 weekly schedules with an additional 8-hour training day each month - supporting a balance between work and personal life. Monthly training covers important refresher topics including defensive tactics Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) crisis negotiation Mobile Response Team (MRT) skills hazardous materials (HAZMAT) awareness ethics leadership development CPR/first aid and up-to-date legal information.

Here are some of the benefits of joining Team MPD:

Cutting-edge equipment and technology including external load-bearing vests and body-worn cameras.
Competitive salary and benefits.
A wide range of specialty assignments for diverse experiences and career growth within the department including K-9 Handler Drone Operator SWAT; Motorcycle Officer School Resource Officer Livability Team member or Field Training Officer; Investigative Computer Forensic or Narcotic Detective; Corporal.
The department currently has 119 sworn officers with plans to expand to 123 by 2027!
Great career mobility within the department.
3/12 and 4/10 weekly work schedules.
Regular monthly training.
Southern Oregon offers a fantastic environment for living working and leisure activities!

Compensation & Information on Benefits

This position is part of the Medford Police Officers Association (MPOA) employee group.

Learn more about our benefits HERE.

Its estimated that a Lateral Police Officer will typically begin at step three (3) or four (4) though placement may be higher depending on experience. Compensation is determined by the amount of directly related experience and qualifications evaluated in accordance with Pay Equity Law to ensure alignment with others performing comparable work. The salary range includes six steps providing opportunities for annual progression.

Potential Pay Differentials:

English/Spanish bilingual proficiency 4.5%
College credits up to 5% for a bachelors degree
DPSST Intermediate certification 2%
DPSST Advanced certification 5%
Certain specialty assignments also qualify for differential pay

Note:Additional details related to specialty pay or benefits can be found in the MPOA labor agreement.

Healthcare Benefits Provided by the City at NO Cost to Employees:

Medical vision and dental benefits for employee and family.
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance with a policy value of $50000.
Long-term disability insurance.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions.

Retirement Benefits:

Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee.
PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employees (6%) contributions.
Opportunity to contribute into a deferred compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for retirement planning.

Additional Benefits:

Paid vacation and sick leave.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The Citys Wellness Program promotes physical social emotional intellectual financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually.

Access to the Citys fully equipped fitness center24/7.

Examples of Job Duties

Refer to the job description for details on the essential functions work environment and physical requirements of the position.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT (Please read):

It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a see resume response.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

Comprehensive background investigation
Favorable driving record
Psychological examination
Physical examination
Clear drug screen following federal law (which includes testing for cannabis)

Questions or Assistance:

If you have questions about the job posting please contact:
- Lieutenant Geoff Kirpatrick at
- Jill Auborn Human Resources Manager at ; or
For technical assistance completing your online application please contact Government Jobs at .

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VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based uponrace religion color national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age ancestry status as a protected veteran physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local law.

ADA:

The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process please contact or email:.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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