City of Grants Pass
Job Overview
Join the Police Department as a Police Officer. You have an opportunity to join our dynamic department where we protect and serve our community! Opportunities exist for patrol, motors (traffic), detectives, K‑9s, and school resource officer. This is a great time to join our team.
This position works rotating shifts including days, nights, and weekends. High call volume and a fast‑paced environment are part of being a City of Grants Pass Police Officer.
Compensation & Incentives
Base salary
Associate Degree 2.5%
Bachelor Degree 5%
Second language 1.25%
DPSST Intermediate Certificate 2.5%
DPSST Advanced Certificate 3.0%
Note: Associate Degree is not cumulative.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED and 1 year of work experience are required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.
Must be 21 years of age at time of hire.
Meet physical standards as set by the Department of Public Safety on Standards and Training (DPSST).
Valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain an Oregon Class C driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
DPSST Basic Police Certificate following completion of training, within 12 months of employment.
Law Enforcement Data System Certificate within 60 days of assignment.
Must pass ORPAT (physical ability) and firearms requirements prior to graduation at the Oregon DPSST Police Academy.
Residency requirement: Must reside within forty‑five minutes of City limits as it exists within the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB).
Application Materials
City Application
Supplemental Questionnaire
Resume
Exam scores from National Testing Network
Submit application and required materials by the stated deadline. Candidates missing required materials will not be considered.
Testing Information
Complete the NTN registration and schedule written test.
Review department information, salary, and benefits.
Review FAQs and take practice test if desired.
Scores are automatically forwarded to City of Grants Pass. Successful candidates will be invited to further stages of selection.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Grants Pass is a high-performance organization that values diversity. All persons hired will be required to verify identity, eligibility, and citizenship. Veterans and disabled veterans are given preference. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities.
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This position works rotating shifts including days, nights, and weekends. High call volume and a fast‑paced environment are part of being a City of Grants Pass Police Officer.
Compensation & Incentives
Base salary
Associate Degree 2.5%
Bachelor Degree 5%
Second language 1.25%
DPSST Intermediate Certificate 2.5%
DPSST Advanced Certificate 3.0%
Note: Associate Degree is not cumulative.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED and 1 year of work experience are required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.
Must be 21 years of age at time of hire.
Meet physical standards as set by the Department of Public Safety on Standards and Training (DPSST).
Valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain an Oregon Class C driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
DPSST Basic Police Certificate following completion of training, within 12 months of employment.
Law Enforcement Data System Certificate within 60 days of assignment.
Must pass ORPAT (physical ability) and firearms requirements prior to graduation at the Oregon DPSST Police Academy.
Residency requirement: Must reside within forty‑five minutes of City limits as it exists within the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB).
Application Materials
City Application
Supplemental Questionnaire
Resume
Exam scores from National Testing Network
Submit application and required materials by the stated deadline. Candidates missing required materials will not be considered.
Testing Information
Complete the NTN registration and schedule written test.
Review department information, salary, and benefits.
Review FAQs and take practice test if desired.
Scores are automatically forwarded to City of Grants Pass. Successful candidates will be invited to further stages of selection.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Grants Pass is a high-performance organization that values diversity. All persons hired will be required to verify identity, eligibility, and citizenship. Veterans and disabled veterans are given preference. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities.
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