Reserve Officer

The Independence Police Department is accepting applications for Volunteer Reserve Police Officers.

The Reserve Officer Program provides individuals with an opportunity to serve their community while gaining valuable law enforcement experience. Reserve Officers assist full‑time officers with patrol operations, community events, crime prevention programs, traffic control, prisoner transports, court security, and other public safety functions.

• Assist full‑time officers with patrol operations
• Participate in community events
• Conduct crime prevention programs
• Perform traffic control duties
• Assist with prisoner transports
• Provide court security
• Other public safety functions as assigned

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Possess a valid Oregon driver's license
• Pass a background investigation and psychological evaluation
• Successfully complete the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST)
• Pass the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) with a time of 6:20 or less
• Complete the Mid‑Valley Reserve Training Academy (MVRT)

Reserve Officers are required to volunteer a minimum of 25 hours per month and attend monthly training meetings. Uniforms and equipment are provided by the department (excluding boots). This is a volunteer position; however, some assignments may be eligible for quarterly stipends.

Join the Independence Police Department and make a meaningful difference in your community while developing skills and experience in law enforcement.