Police Officer - Lateral

Position

We are hiring Lateral Police Officers for the Port of Portland!

The Port of Portland Police Department is looking for dedicated and experienced police officers to join our dynamic team. As state‑certified peace officers, our officers primarily serve at the Portland International Airport and the surrounding areas, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and supporting federal aviation regulations.

Over 65 sworn officers and 8 non‑sworn staff handle uniform patrol, detectives, canine handlers, Tri Met, Metro, bomb technicians, and task forces.

Mission:
Proactively protect the safety and security of the traveling public, focusing on preventing threats to aviation.

Applicants must be currently certified or eligible to be certified as a Police Officer in Oregon without attending the Basic Police Academy and must have at least three years of experience as a state‑certified police officer. Applicants under investigation during the background check process will not be eligible.

• Start: $39.744 hourly / $82,667.52 salary
• 1 year: $42.187 hourly / $87,748.96 salary
• 2 years: $44.777 hourly / $93,136.16 salary
• 3 years: $47.542 hourly / $98,887.36 salary
• 4 years: $50.319 hourly / $ salary
• 5 years+: $53.332 hourly / $ salary

• 10% for DPSST Advanced certification or 5% for DPSST Intermediate certification
• 5% for working as a Detective
• 5% for being a certified member of the Rapid Response Team (RRT)
• 3% for language proficiency (test required)
• 6% for being a certified Canine Handler
• 6% for being a certified Bomb Technician
• 10% for training recruits as a Field Training Officer (FTO) or 5% for instructing

• Application material review
• Oral board interviews
• Conditional offer
• Successful completion of ORPAT test (by time of hire)
• Background investigation (applicants cannot be under investigation at time of background)
• Psychological exam
• Chief's interview
• Medical exam
• Pre‑employment drug screening
• Employment confirmation

Port of Portland Employment Application
:
Complete the employment application at  Resumes are not a substitute for an incomplete application.

Oral Board Interview
:
Selected candidates will be notified for an in‑person interview.

Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT):
If not a current Oregon officer or applying from out of state, complete the ORPAT test at Chemeketa Community College by hiring. Prior comparable test results may be submitted, but does not guarantee exemption.

• Protect life and property at Portland International Airport (PDX)
• Patrol designated areas by vehicle, bicycle, or on foot to deter crime and discover criminal activity and enforce traffic statutes and ordinances
• Communicate in person, via radios, and computers to broadcast and receive information
• Respond to reports of possible crimes and act accordingly
• Perform full range of law enforcement and airport security duties, including serving search and arrest warrants, collecting evidence, making arrests, and completing detailed incident reports
• Enforce state statutes, Port, and City ordinances, issuing citations or making arrests as appropriate
• Respond to traffic and other accidents, administer first aid, interview witnesses, and complete accident reports
• Develop contacts to gather information about crimes and maintain intelligence on known suspects
• Ensure public convenience and well‑being within airport facilities, addressing inquiries, resolving complaints, and providing personal security services as assigned
• Provide community services, presentations, and respond to the needs of airport tenants, customers, and stakeholders

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a civilian Certified Police Officer within the United States
• Current certification or eligibility to be certified as a Police Officer in Oregon without attending the Basic Police Academy
• U.S. citizenship required
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon or Washington State driver license prior to hire
• Ability to pass and maintain a criminal history records check and security threat assessment for a PDX security badge
• Physical strength and stamina…