What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officer position at City of Springfield, Oregon?
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Job Number: 2024-61Closes: Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 11:59pmSpringfield Police DepartmentJob Hours: Shift WorkRepresented: SPAGrade: 231Non-Exempt, Full-time, Full Benefits, Pay dependent on qualifications and in accordance with Oregon's Pay Equity Act.Starting at $29.89 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, plus an additional 5% for a Bachelor's Degree and/or 2.5% for intermediate Spanish ability. *Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, City of Springfield health and wellness center.**Position includes generous medical package to include $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee’s Retirement (PERS).The Springfield Police Department is limiting the number of times an applicant can apply to the same job. Applicants cannot re-apply to the same position within 2 years if the applicant has participated in the Chief's interview and has not been advanced. Applicants who re-apply within the timeframe will not be considered.The Springfield Municipal Jail began accepting inmates on January 29, 2010. The 100-bed facility is the largest municipal jail in the State of Oregon. For more great information about the City of Springfield Municipal Jail, check this out: https://springfield-or.gov/city/police-department/municipal-jail/ The Springfield Municipal Jail is housing female inmates. In accordance with the 2003 Federal PREA Act, female applicants may be given preference in order to meet the job requirements and correctional standards.Springfield Detention Officer Minimum Requirements: • 21 years of age by time of appointment• High school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited school• Valid Oregon Driver's License by time of appointment• United States citizen, or obtain citizenship within one year of appointment• No felony convictions• Ability to pass a background investigation• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen• Obtain DPSST Certification as a Corrections Officer or successful completion of the State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer Certification within twelve (12) months from the date of appointment.• Ability to meet physical, medical and psychological requirements for the position (see Oregon Administrative Rule 259-008-0010 Minimum Standards for Employment as a Law Enforcement Officer: https://www.oregon.gov/DPSST/Pages/default.aspx )• Refrain from tobacco products while on duty• Ability to work rotating shifts and assignments, report for duty at any time an emergency arises, and work overtime with little or no noticeFor the complete Detention Officer job description, please see the City's classifications page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldor/classspecs/1335911?keywords=detention officer&pagetype=classSpecificationsThis recruitment will require written and physical testing. Please reserve the dates listed below, in the event you are invited to test. All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran's Preference in Public Employment Law. Testing: Written testing and physical testing is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2025.You will be required to show picture identification at the time of the written test. All candidates must be present to complete written and physical testing. NO PREVIOUS ORPAT SCORES WILL BE ACCEPTED. The physical test will consist of the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT): https://www.oregon.gov/dpsst/cj/pages/orpat.aspxNOTE: Written and ORPAT testing for Police Officer and Detention Officer will occur on the same day. Those candidates who wish to be considered for both positions are encouraged to apply for both, and arrangements will be made for candidates to complete testing for both positions.Oral Boards: Oral Boards (Interviews) will be held for applicants who successfully pass written and physical testing. Tentatively, Oral boards will be scheduled for Sunday, February 2, 2025. Please do not indicate 'See Resume' in the 'Work Experience' part of the application. The information you provide in the application 'Work Experience' and 'Job Duties' will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit. NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Number: 2024-61Closes: Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 11:59pmSpringfield Police DepartmentJob Hours: Shift WorkRepresented: SPAGrade: 231Non-Exempt, Full-time, Full Benefits, Pay dependent on qualifications and in accordance with Oregon's Pay Equity Act.Starting at $29.89 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, plus an additional 5% for a Bachelor's Degree and/or 2.5% for intermediate Spanish ability. *Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, City of Springfield health and wellness center.**Position includes generous medical package to include $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee’s Retirement (PERS).The Springfield Police Department is limiting the number of times an applicant can apply to the same job. Applicants cannot re-apply to the same position within 2 years if the applicant has participated in the Chief's interview and has not been advanced. Applicants who re-apply within the timeframe will not be considered.The Springfield Municipal Jail began accepting inmates on January 29, 2010. The 100-bed facility is the largest municipal jail in the State of Oregon. For more great information about the City of Springfield Municipal Jail, check this out: https://springfield-or.gov/city/police-department/municipal-jail/ The Springfield Municipal Jail is housing female inmates. In accordance with the 2003 Federal PREA Act, female applicants may be given preference in order to meet the job requirements and correctional standards.Springfield Detention Officer Minimum Requirements: • 21 years of age by time of appointment• High school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited school• Valid Oregon Driver's License by time of appointment• United States citizen, or obtain citizenship within one year of appointment• No felony convictions• Ability to pass a background investigation• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen• Obtain DPSST Certification as a Corrections Officer or successful completion of the State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer Certification within twelve (12) months from the date of appointment.• Ability to meet physical, medical and psychological requirements for the position (see Oregon Administrative Rule 259-008-0010 Minimum Standards for Employment as a Law Enforcement Officer: https://www.oregon.gov/DPSST/Pages/default.aspx )• Refrain from tobacco products while on duty• Ability to work rotating shifts and assignments, report for duty at any time an emergency arises, and work overtime with little or no noticeFor the complete Detention Officer job description, please see the City's classifications page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldor/classspecs/1335911?keywords=detention officer&pagetype=classSpecificationsThis recruitment will require written and physical testing. Please reserve the dates listed below, in the event you are invited to test. All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran's Preference in Public Employment Law. Testing: Written testing and physical testing is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2025.You will be required to show picture identification at the time of the written test. All candidates must be present to complete written and physical testing. NO PREVIOUS ORPAT SCORES WILL BE ACCEPTED. The physical test will consist of the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT): https://www.oregon.gov/dpsst/cj/pages/orpat.aspxNOTE: Written and ORPAT testing for Police Officer and Detention Officer will occur on the same day. Those candidates who wish to be considered for both positions are encouraged to apply for both, and arrangements will be made for candidates to complete testing for both positions.Oral Boards: Oral Boards (Interviews) will be held for applicants who successfully pass written and physical testing. Tentatively, Oral boards will be scheduled for Sunday, February 2, 2025. Please do not indicate 'See Resume' in the 'Work Experience' part of the application. The information you provide in the application 'Work Experience' and 'Job Duties' will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit. NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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