Police Officer

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Police Career Page, Applicant Support, and Benefits within Our Vibrant City

Make a Difference. Build a Career. Serve Medford.

Start a career where your work truly matters. The Medford Police Department (MPD) is seeking community-minded individuals who are committed to service, problem-solving, and building positive relationships throughout Medford. Join a department of nearly 190 employees and 30 volunteers who work together to provide high-quality public safety services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Medford.

• Communicate effectively and treat others with respect
• Work collaboratively in team environments
• Demonstrate integrity and sound judgment
• Embrace continuous learning and professional growth
• Serve the community with professionalism and accountability

If you're seeking a career with purpose, growth, and the opportunity to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply. Please review the Recruitment Process near the end of this posting. This recruitment includes required testing, assessments, and additional selection steps that must be completed by the closing date.

Patrol Officers are assigned to one of five patrol beats within the City and are responsible for responding to calls for service, proactively patrolling their assigned areas, and building positive relationships within the community. Officers are encouraged to identify and implement innovative solutions to recurring issues to help reduce crime and improve quality of life.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 21 years of age by date of hire
• Valid driver's license by date of hire
• Successful completion of the National Testing Network (NTN) exam (see details below)

• Pass the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT)
• Meet Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) physical standards
• Pass a thorough background investigation
• Obtain Criminal Justice Information Service (CJIS) clearance upon hire
• Speak, read, and write English proficiently
• Ability to work rotating shifts in support of a 24-hour public safety operation, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Obtain DPSST Basic Police Certification following academy and field training
• Maintain an acceptable driving record

Patrol teams work 3/12 or 4/10 schedules with one monthly training day. Training topics include defensive tactics, EVOC, crisis negotiation, MRT skills, HAZMAT awareness, ethics, leadership development, CPR/first aid, and legal updates.

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Modern equipment and technology, including load-bearing vests and body-worn cameras
• Extensive specialty assignment opportunities, including K-9, SWAT, Drone Operations, School Resource Officer, Detectives, Field Training Officer, and more
• Strong career advancement opportunities
• Regular paid training and professional development
• 3/12 and 4/10 schedules that support work-life balance
• Live, work, and play in beautiful Southern Oregon

Increase your earnings through specialty and incentive pay, including:

• Spanish bilingual proficiency: +4.5%
• College education: up to +5% for a bachelor’s degree
• DPSST Intermediate certification: +2% or Advanced certification: +5%
• Additional differential pay for qualifying specialty assignments

See the MPOA labor agreement for complete details regarding specialty pay and compensation.

The City provides medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members at no cost to the employee, along with:

• $50,000 Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• $200 monthly + 1.2% of base salary Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension
• The City pays both the employer contribution and the employee’s required 6% contribution
• Optional participation in a Section 457 D Deferred Compensation Plan for additional retirement savings

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Emplo…