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POLICE OFFICER

City Of Tigard
City Of Tigard Salary
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025

POLICE OFFICER

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POLICE OFFICER

Salary

81,619.20 - $101,691.20 Annually

Location

Tigard 97223, OR

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

Department

Police

Opening Date

02 / 16 / 2022

Closing Date

Continuous

  • Description
  • Benefits

Overview

This is an informational post outlining the hiring process for Police Officers with Tigard Police Department. Please read below for more information about our testing and hiring process.

Learn more about Tigard Police Department by watching our latest video (https : / / youtu.be / _3d7KAbH_vQ) and checking out our YouTube channel (https : / / www.youtube.com / channel / UC5Z7KcRjQNwRcpXs8vAPoDg) .

Examples of Duties

Tigard Police Officers perform law enforcement and crime prevention work including patrol and investigation. Sworn officers, enforce federal, state, and local laws, regulations and ordinances and performs a variety of duties including but not limited to the following :

  • Patrols roads, highways, business, and residential areas of the City. Enforces applicable traffic and criminal laws. Makes arrests, issues traffic citations and warnings. Prepares case records and reports. Participates in the prosecution of cases in court.
  • Responds to a wide variety of radio calls including theft, juvenile complaints, and family disputes. Investigates accidents, deaths, and criminal complaints. Makes arrests and issues citations when required.
  • Serves criminal warrants, applicable court orders, and subpoenas.
  • Assists disabled motorists. Provides information and direction to the public. Observes and reports road conditions, hazards, potential crime, and traffic problems.
  • Accomplishes the Police Department Mission to to protect and serve all who live, play and work in Tigard.
  • Minimum Qualifications

    Education and Experience : Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

    A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and one (1) year of experience working with the public. Some college-level coursework in and / or volunteer law enforcement experience are desirable.

    Licenses and Certifications :

  • Possession of a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Police Officer Certification from DPSST or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of date of hire.
  • Other Requirements :

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Must be 21 years or older at the time of hire
  • Must pass DPSST certified entry level exam
  • Must pass ORPAT (see below)
  • Must be able to read and write the English language
  • Bi-lingual skills (English / Spanish) preferred
  • Supplemental Information

    The City of Tigard has contracted with Public Safety Testing (PST) and National Testing Network (NTN) to conduct a portion of our entry-level recruitment and testing process for police officer positions.

    For additional information, interested candidates are encouraged to visit :

  • NTN : https : / / www.nationaltestingnetwork.com / publicsafetyjobs / or call 855-821-3761
  • PST : www.publicsafetytesting.com or call 1-866-HIRE-911
  • Upcoming local NTN test dates :

    In-person testing is available. Contact NTN for remote testing options.

    SIGN UP FOR TESTING HERE (https : / / nationaltestingnetwork.com / publicsafetyjobs / testing-locations.cfm) (remote testing options available)

    Proctored tests at alternative sites (NTN Testing Centers) are available upon request.

    Contact National Testing Network (https : / / nationaltestingnetwork.com / publicsafetyjobs / faqs.cfm) for details.

    On the National Testing Network website :

  • Apply online with Tigard Police Department (applicants do not need to fill out the city's application form at this time).
  • Access information on testing procedures.
  • Complete the Required Online Components.
  • Choose a testing date, time, and location most convenient for them. Tests will be offered monthly at various locations around Oregon and / or Washington. NTN offers a remote testing option.
  • Upcoming local PST test dates :

    In-person testing is available. Contact PST for remote testing options.

    SIGN UP FOR TESTING HERE (http : / / www.publicsafetytesting.com) (remote testing options available)

    Proctored tests at alternative sites (local community colleges) are available upon request. Contact Public Safety Testing (https : / / www.publicsafetytesting.com / ) for details.

    On the Public Safety Testing website :

  • Apply online with Tigard Police Department (applicants do not need to fill out the city's application form at this time).
  • Access information on testing procedures.
  • Choose a testing date, time, and location most convenient for them. Tests will be offered monthly at various locations around Oregon and / or Washington. Tests are not conducted online. PST offers a remote testing option.
  • Scores for applicants that pass the written test will be sent to the City of Tigard. Candidates with passing scores will be invited to submit a city application to schedule oral board interviews.

    When Tigard receives passing test scores, candidates will receive an invitation to schedule an oral board interview. Be prepared to register by having a waiver form (https : / / www.tigard-or.gov / waiver) notarized.

    The City of Tigard will request proof of passing ORPAT (https : / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=QgEJ69s5h3g) scores and may provide opportunities for those who have not passed the ORPAT to do so prior to entering the background process.

    After successful completion of the required tests, applicants can expect the following :

  • Invitation from HR staff to apply through the city's online application system (create a profile in advance (http : / / www.governmentjobs.com) ).
  • Oral Board Interview - scheduled regularly during the next 1-3 months; invitation to interview will be extended when passing scores have been received
  • ORPAT (if needed)
  • Suitability Evaluation
  • Background Investigation - Candidate history must include an extraordinary level of integrity and honesty
  • Interview with the Chief of Police
  • Upon conditional job offer, you will be required to undergo :

  • Psychological Evaluation
  • Medical Examination
  • Drug Test
  • The Tigard Police Department provides a variety of career possibilities for Police Officers in specialty assignment positions including K-9, Police Motorcycle, Drug Investigations, Detective, Transit Enforcement, School Resource Officer, Crisis Negotiations, TNT (Tactical Negotiations Team), and Commercial Crimes Unit.

    In addition to being a great place to work (https : / / www.tigard-or.gov / your-government / departments / human-resources / jobs) , the City of Tigard offers competitive employee benefits for full-time and part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week :

    Choice of health and dental plans

    Oregon PERS including city-paid employee contribution

    City-paid HRA-VEBA

    Paid vacation and sick leave

    12 paid floating holidays (96 hours per year)

    Life and disability insurance

    This job classification is represented by the Tigard Police Officers' Association

    Click here (https : / / www.tigard-or.gov / your-government / departments / human-resources / benefits) for more detailed benefits information.

    Reserve Police Officers are not eligible for benefits.

    Agency

    City of Tigard

    Address

    13125 SW Hall Blvd Tigard, Oregon, 97223

    Website

    http : / / www.tigard-or.gov

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