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WOODBURN POLICE DEPARTMENT
1060 Mt. Hood Avenue
Woodburn, Oregon 97071
(503) 982-2345
Position Title: Entry Level Police Officer
Salary Information: $34.48 – $56.18 Hourly
Applications: Online applications are accepted through the city’s website.
How to Apply:
Complete an online application via the City’s website.
Complete the NTN testing through the National Testing Network (NTN).
Note: Applicants are responsible for contacting NTN to arrange their testing. All testing must be completed and submitted by the application deadline.
Job Description:
The Woodburn Police Department is hiring Entry Level Police Officers to perform law enforcement duties, including responding to incidents, patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, making arrests, preserving crime scenes, and community policing in diverse neighborhoods. Officers may also be assigned to specialized units within the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 21 years old at the time of hire.
U.S. Citizen or ability to become one within 18 months of hire.
Must pass reading comprehension, writing skills, physical/vision, hearing, psychological exams, background check, and drug testing.
Ability to work overtime and various shifts, including holidays and weekends.
High School Diploma or GED.
Certifications/Licenses:
Ability to complete department recruit training and gain eligibility for the Basic Certificate from the Oregon Board of Public Safety Standards and Training (must pass the ORPAT within required time frames).
Valid Oregon Class C driver’s license or out-of-state equivalent with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual in Spanish/English or Russian/English.
Post-secondary education in criminal justice, public/business administration, sociology, psychology, or a related field.
Completed and current ORPAT/PAT/Military Physical Fitness results.
Oregon’s Minimum Standards:
Standards for law enforcement officers and background disqualifiers can be found in the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR).
Hiring Process:
Complete the City job application.
Complete the NTN testing through the National Testing Network. Existing valid tests within 12 months of application are accepted.
If submitting an ORPAT score, schedule the test or submit an existing score (must be within 12 months of application).
Finalists will undergo a background investigation, medical and psychological assessments, and drug testing. The City of Woodburn is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.
Veterans’ Preference:
The City grants preference in hiring and promotions for veterans and disabled veterans. Eligible candidates should indicate their status on the application and submit documentation of eligibility at the time of application.
Department Overview:
The Woodburn Police Department works closely with a culturally dynamic community, focusing on leadership, education, and enforcement. Officers receive comprehensive training and are equipped with modern tools to effectively serve the community. The department values instructors and leaders who contribute to both law enforcement and community organizations.
Area Information:
Woodburn is located in Marion County, Oregon, in the northern Willamette Valley between Portland and Salem. It is part of the Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area and is the third most populous city in that area, after Salem and Keizer. The city has a diverse population, with a majority identifying as Hispanic or Latino and a significant number of Russian Orthodox Old Believers.
Population: Approximately 27,044
Selection Plan:
Finalists who complete the selection process will undergo a background investigation, medical and psychological assessments, and drug testing after a conditional job offer. The City of Woodburn maintains a drug-free workplace policy, including marijuana.
Probationary Period: Entry Level Police Officers are eligible for premium incentive pay upon completing an 18-month probationary period, depending on their assignment.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Woodburn is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, marital status, political affiliation, national origin, age, or disability. Discrimination based on age, relationships, or disabilities is prohibited unless a valid occupational qualification applies.
Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.