Lateral Police Officer

We are Looking for Our Next Police Officer (see other posting for Entry Police Officer) - Closes May 4, 2025

The City of Philomath has a rare opportunity to come work for one of the best small agencies in Oregon. The Philomath Police Department is seeking motivated, dedicated individuals to join our team as Lateral Police Officers. This is an opportunity to continue your career, making a positive impact on the safety and quality of life in our community. As a Philomath Lateral Police Officer, you will play a key role in protecting life and property, preventing crime, and fostering strong community relationships. Officers work independently and collaboratively to uphold public trust through fair and impartial policing practices. With a focus on proactive problem-solving and community engagement, our officers respond to calls for service, conduct thorough investigations, and enforce laws with respect and accountability.

Salary & Incentive Pay

• Pay Schedule through june 30, 2025; Officers will receive a 2.6% COLA July 1, pending Budget approval
• Does not include additional incentive, special assignment, or intermediate/advanced certification pay unless noted
• Lateral Police Officers will be started at a higher pay step based off years of experience

We fully support and encourage officers to learn new skills and advance their careers:

• Intermediate DPSST Certification 4%
• Advanced DPSST Certification 8%
• Annual fitness incentive pay for all officers - not testing score based
• Special Assignment pay 2% per assignment
• Bilingual pay
• Longevity pay
• Vacation accrual is based on you full years of law enforcement service - you won't have to start over again
• Starting step on the pay schedule is based of years of law enforcement experience - you get compensated for the years you have put into your career

Basic Requirements to Apply - see job description for more comprehensive list

To apply for a Lateral position, you must:

• Be 21 years or older at the time of employment with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Pass a thorough background investigation/medical and psychological exam and drug screening
• Proficiently read and write the English language
• Have completed at least 24 months of full-time paid service as a sworn police officer in a civilian governmental jurisdiction prior to application

We have Excellent Benefits - Think About Your Future

Come work for us and enjoy excellent benefits for you and your eligible family members! We offer the following City-paid benefits:

• 100% employer-paid PERS retirement plan - many agencies do not pay employee portion causing an instant reduction in pay (6%) - we've got you covered
• Regence low co-pay health plan, dental plan, vision plan - we pay the premiums for you and your family
• HRA Veba contributions - the City contributes to your account each month to help with covering your annual deductible
• Basic life, statutory life, and AD&D coverage
• Free employee assistance/wellness program
• Paid vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Holiday pay

We also offer other great optional benefits:

Identity Protection, Trauma Coverage, Supplemental Employee Life, Voluntary Dependent Life, Supplemental Spouse Life, FSA Healthcare, FSA Dependent Care, and a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

Join Our Team Today

Apply today to work in one of the best small agencies in Oregon. Position may close at any time so do not wait.

Applicants must pass thorough background investigation, medical testing, psychological exam, and drug screening.

Salary : $66,611 - $87,444