City of Hillsboro
The Police Department is currently accepting applications for lateral police officers. Applicants must possess a Basic Police Certification from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or the equivalent from another state.
The Lateral Police Officer position is covered under the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement. The Police Department will review applications every two to three weeks and will conduct ORPAT testing along with panel, executive staff and background investigator interviews during comprehensive two (2) to three (3) day sessions.
All Lateral applicants will be required to complete ORPAT or provide documentation of having completed ORPAT within the last 12 months. Documentation must include the date of the test, completion time, and be on letterhead of the agency that conducted the test. Out of state Lateral applicants must have completed training resulting in the award of certification in the discipline you are applying for.
General Description of Duties
A professional, sworn position that performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including patrol and investigation; apprehension of criminals, preservation of peace and protection of life and property; enforces Federal, State and local laws; practices the principles of Community Policing; does related work as required. Responsibilities include: Patrols assigned geographical areas in the City by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot to aid in preventing crime and to enforce Federal, State, and City laws and municipal codes. Observes, reports, and acts on conditions conducive to crime and danger, such as checking buildings for security; observing residences, schools, banks and vacant areas; checking suspicious persons and vehicles. Issues citations, makes arrests or takes other action as warranted by circumstances. Responds to emergency calls; determines the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances, and takes any necessary and prudent action. Takes command at the scene of a crime or accident; administers first aid and requests medical service as necessary; takes statements and interviews victims and witnesses; examines situation; records vital information regarding causes and circumstances. Performs on-site tests and interrogations of individuals suspected of intoxication. Conducts investigation assignments of suspected illegal activity or follow-up investigations of criminal cases. Prepares all forms and reports necessary to file felony and/or misdemeanor charges. Performs community liaison activities; educates the public about crime prevention. Serves and enforces civil processes issued by the courts to include restraining orders, orders for protection, no contact orders, anti-harassment orders, and subpoenas. Prepares and writes a variety of reports and records, such as reports on crimes, arrests, property impounded, accidents, offenses, damages to property, results of investigations, affidavits, search warrants and operations orders. Requirements include: High school diploma or equivalent. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Oregon Driver’s License. Be at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. Be a United States citizen at time of appointment. Be able to possess a Basic certificate from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) within 12 months of employment. Be in good physical and mental health as determined by a medical and psychological examination. Must pass an extensive background investigation and be free of felony conviction. Benefits include: City of Hillsboro pays police union employee’s 6% PERS Pick-up. Seniority after twelve (12) continuous months of employment. Eighty (80) hour sick leave bank effective first day of employment with the City of Hillsboro. Lateral Officer shall accrue vacation using the accrual matrix set forth and is based on total years of previous experience as a full-time sworn police officer at another (or other) law enforcement agency (or agencies) plus time served at Hillsboro Police Department. Insurance coverage begins the 1st of each month. For full benefits details and view of the HPOA contract click
here AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFIERS
The following standards have been adopted by the Hillsboro Police Department as automatic disqualifiers from a police department hiring process. Operation of a Motor Vehicle: Ability to possess a valid Oregon Driver's License. Ability to drive safely. Integrity: Refusing to yield to temptation of bribes, gratuities, payoff, etc. Credibility as a Witness in a Court of Law: Ability to give testimony in a court of law without being subject to impeachment due to his/her character for honesty or veracity or due to prior felony conviction. Dependability: A. Missing any scheduled appointment during the hiring process without prior permission shall be disqualifying. Illegal Use or Possession of Drugs: The following types of illegal drug use or possession will be considered automatic disqualification in the pre-employment selection process for police personnel, with no exceptions. Human Resources Department Phone 503-681-6455 Fax 503-615-3459 Web Hillsboro-Oregon.gov/Jobs
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A professional, sworn position that performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including patrol and investigation; apprehension of criminals, preservation of peace and protection of life and property; enforces Federal, State and local laws; practices the principles of Community Policing; does related work as required. Responsibilities include: Patrols assigned geographical areas in the City by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot to aid in preventing crime and to enforce Federal, State, and City laws and municipal codes. Observes, reports, and acts on conditions conducive to crime and danger, such as checking buildings for security; observing residences, schools, banks and vacant areas; checking suspicious persons and vehicles. Issues citations, makes arrests or takes other action as warranted by circumstances. Responds to emergency calls; determines the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances, and takes any necessary and prudent action. Takes command at the scene of a crime or accident; administers first aid and requests medical service as necessary; takes statements and interviews victims and witnesses; examines situation; records vital information regarding causes and circumstances. Performs on-site tests and interrogations of individuals suspected of intoxication. Conducts investigation assignments of suspected illegal activity or follow-up investigations of criminal cases. Prepares all forms and reports necessary to file felony and/or misdemeanor charges. Performs community liaison activities; educates the public about crime prevention. Serves and enforces civil processes issued by the courts to include restraining orders, orders for protection, no contact orders, anti-harassment orders, and subpoenas. Prepares and writes a variety of reports and records, such as reports on crimes, arrests, property impounded, accidents, offenses, damages to property, results of investigations, affidavits, search warrants and operations orders. Requirements include: High school diploma or equivalent. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Oregon Driver’s License. Be at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. Be a United States citizen at time of appointment. Be able to possess a Basic certificate from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) within 12 months of employment. Be in good physical and mental health as determined by a medical and psychological examination. Must pass an extensive background investigation and be free of felony conviction. Benefits include: City of Hillsboro pays police union employee’s 6% PERS Pick-up. Seniority after twelve (12) continuous months of employment. Eighty (80) hour sick leave bank effective first day of employment with the City of Hillsboro. Lateral Officer shall accrue vacation using the accrual matrix set forth and is based on total years of previous experience as a full-time sworn police officer at another (or other) law enforcement agency (or agencies) plus time served at Hillsboro Police Department. Insurance coverage begins the 1st of each month. For full benefits details and view of the HPOA contract click
here AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFIERS
The following standards have been adopted by the Hillsboro Police Department as automatic disqualifiers from a police department hiring process. Operation of a Motor Vehicle: Ability to possess a valid Oregon Driver's License. Ability to drive safely. Integrity: Refusing to yield to temptation of bribes, gratuities, payoff, etc. Credibility as a Witness in a Court of Law: Ability to give testimony in a court of law without being subject to impeachment due to his/her character for honesty or veracity or due to prior felony conviction. Dependability: A. Missing any scheduled appointment during the hiring process without prior permission shall be disqualifying. Illegal Use or Possession of Drugs: The following types of illegal drug use or possession will be considered automatic disqualification in the pre-employment selection process for police personnel, with no exceptions. Human Resources Department Phone 503-681-6455 Fax 503-615-3459 Web Hillsboro-Oregon.gov/Jobs
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