Detective - Lateral

Are you ready to take the next step in your law enforcement career?

We are accepting applications for a Lateral Detective from motivated and enthusiastic certified Police Officers seeking a career with Milwaukie PD, one of the state's leading law enforcement agencies.

Our Detectives serve on the Clackamas County Major Crimes Teams, work closely with partner agencies outside of Milwaukie, investigate all types of crimes, from property crimes to person crimes, and have the opportunity to participate in proactive operations and missions.

While assigned as a Detective, Milwaukie Police Officers work a 4/10 schedule with weekends off, receive on-call pay and a take-home vehicle. The assignment is a 5-year rotation with an opportunity to reapply.

Detectives receive a 7.5% incentive on top of the salary range listed in this post.

The Milwaukie Police Department is a dedicated team comprised of 35 sworn officers and eight non-sworn staff.  We serve a community of approximately 21,000 just south of Portland, along the banks of the Willamette River.  Specialty assignments within our agency include Field Training Officer, Firearms Instructor, Public Information Officer, K9 Handler, SWAT Team Member, Hostage Negotiations Team Member, School Resource Officer, Transit Police Officer, Motorcycle Traffic Enforcement Officer, and Criminal Reconstruction and Forensic Technician (CRAFT) Team Member.  We have eight sergeants, four detectives, two captains, and a chief.  We strive to provide excellent traditional police services combined with great customer service and community engagement.
 
To qualify and apply as a lateral detective, you must have at least four years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, two years of experience as a detective, have worked as a full-time paid law enforcement officer within the past 12 months, and have successfully completed a state-certified basic police training academy. The Chief of Police will evaluate your eligibility based on your background and experience.  
 
Hiring Process for Qualified Lateral Candidates:

• Bypass written testing and ORPAT
• Initial screening interview
• Chief/ Command Staff interview 
• Background check 
• Psychological and physical exams.
• Salary range placement based on an evaluation of past work experience
• Vacation frontloaded with 40 hours of leave
• Sick leave frontloaded with 48 hours of leave

Incentive pay:  
5% for an Associate’s degree and/or possessing a DPSST Intermediate Police Officer Certificate.  
10% incentive pay for a Bachelor’s degree and/or possessing a DPSST Advanced Police Officer Certificate.
 
 Additional Incentives

• Bilingual incentive pay, 5% of base pay
• FTO incentive pay, 7.5% of base pay
• Detective incentive, 7.5% of base pay
• K-9 handler, 5% of base pay
• School Resource Officer, 5% of base pay
• Acting Sergeant incentive, 10% of base pay
• Public Information Officer, 5% of base pay

 Additional Benefits

• Medical, Vision & Dental, city pays 95% of the premium, employee pays 5%
• Accrue 10 hours of holiday leave each month in lieu of holidays
• $100,000 city-paid life insurance plan
• City-paid PERS retirement
• City-paid 3.5% deferred compensation contribution to a 457(b) plan with no match required
• On-site fitness center open 24/7

The city is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability status, marital status, and any other legally protected status.  We are seeking a diverse pool of applicants who can bring a variety of skills, expertise, and life experience to our workplace, including those who may come from a non-traditional background. The city will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and experience to meet the minimum position qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

• Follow up and investigate felony cases
• Area expert in search and seizure
• Collaborate with the Patrol unit to assist with investigations
• Member of the Clackamas County Major Crime Teams
• Write search warrants, court orders, and subpoenas
• Rotating on-call responsibilities shared throughout the unit
• Assist with retail theft missions and stolen vehicle missions throughout the region

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please review the Police Officer job classification.

Minimum Requirements:
To qualify as a lateral police officer, you must have successfully completed basic police academy, have at least two years’ experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, and have worked in another police agency as a sworn law enforcement officer for a recognized state, county or city (municipal) agency, to include sworn Indian Tribal Police within the last 12 months.

• Valid area driver's license and ability to meet the city's driving standards.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.  
• Ability to read and write the English language.
• Have no disqualifying criminal history within the past seven years or any felony convictions.
• Be able to pass a background investigation/medical and psychological exam and drug screening.
• Have basic computer literacy and keyboard skills.

Out-of-state and less-experienced law enforcement officers are eligible to apply through this posting. A modified selection and training process will apply:

• Bypass written testing and ORPAT
• Initial screening interview
• Chief/ Command Staff interview 
• Background check 
• Psychological and physical exams.

Military Police, Federal Law Enforcement, Corrections, and Parole/Probation DO NOT QUALIFY as Lateral Police Officers.Diversity and Inclusion: The City of Milwaukie understands that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all our employees can thrive.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity:  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.
 
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance, please get in touch with Human Resources at 503-786-7507.
  
Veterans' Preference: As an Oregon public agency, we proudly offer Veterans' Preference to qualified veterans applying for positions with the City of Milwaukie. In compliance with Oregon Law, If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for veterans' preference for this job, you must attach qualifying documents in the application process.

Salary : $73,778 - $94,162