Police Officer - Lateral

Overview

Joining the Eugene Police Department gives the opportunity to be part of a progressive, professional law enforcement agency that serves a city of more than 178,000 residents. A typical day involves responding to about 282 calls for service, including emergency 9-1-1 calls. Police staff also engage in proactive community education and crime‑prevention activities to help protect all residents.

• Respond to approximately 282 calls for service per day, including emergency 9-1-1 calls.
• Enforce city laws, prevent crimes, and safeguard the constitutional rights of all people.
• Engage in proactive community education and crime‑prevention activities.
• Participate in varied work including patrol, promotional assignments, and special team opportunities.

• Minimum of three continuous years of full‑time police experience at a city, county or state agency.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• State‑recognized police certification. If not recognized, must attend a two‑week Career Officer Development Academy.
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire). Must pass a driving records check.
• Pass police background investigation, drug test, hearing and visual acuity tests, and a physical assessment.

Must pass background investigation, drug test, hearing, visual acuity tests and a physical assessment as required by DPSST. Applicants agree to refrain from tobacco use while on duty.

Work various shifts, nights, weekends and holidays. Patrol teams currently follow a 4/10 schedule. Emergency response requires readiness within 45 minutes.

Location:

Eugene Police Department, 300 Country Club Rd., Eugene, OR. Applicants must reside within 45 minutes of Eugene.

• Hourly salary steps 1–6 range from $37.59 to $47.92 for entry level positions; lateral steps are determined by experience as a guide.
• Relocation reimbursement up to $7,500 for moves over 50 miles.
• Additional 15% premium after three years of employment and a 5% language proficiency bonus for proven fluency in a designated language.
• Participation in Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, life insurance, family health, dental and vision, vacation, sick leave, holiday benefits, uniforms, weapons, and equipment.

The City of Eugene welcomes women, people with disabilities and persons of color. The city is committed to a respectful work environment, compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and inclusion of diverse perspectives. Qualified persons with disabilities may request accommodation. Contact: .

Officers are represented by the Eugene Police Employees’ Association (EPEA).