Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral

Job Summary

The City of Salem Police Department is hiring a Police Officer – Oregon In-State Lateral. Applicants must have been employed as an Oregon police officer within the past 12 months for at least three full‑time years. If you meet these criteria, please review the following.

• Step 1: $39.11 per hour, $6,779.07 per month
• Step 2: $41.07 per hour, $7,118.80 per month
• Step 3: $43.12 per hour, $7,474.13 per month
• Step 4: $45.28 per hour, $7,848.53 per month
• Step 5: $47.54 per hour, $8,240.27 per month
• Step 6: $49.92 per hour, $8,652.80 per month
• Step 7: $51.42 per hour, $8,912.80 per month

• 2%–10% extra duty / specialized assignment incentive
• 2.5%–5% extra duty / specialized assignment incentive
• 5% bi‑lingual incentive
• Full list of incentives available in the Collective Bargaining Agreement

• Patrol assigned areas to enforce laws and ordinances
• Answer and investigate citizen complaints, reports, and crime/accident scenes
• Preserve evidence and document scenes as required
• Meet with the public and present safety information during community meetings

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid vacation and sick leave in accordance with City policies
• Competitive pay and longevity step increases
• Employer‑paid PERS contribution of 6%
• Pre‑tax contributions to a 457(b) account
• Health care, dependent care, and long‑term care flexible spending accounts
• Employee wellness program and assistance program
• Employee health clinic, free secure parking, and department gym access

• High school diploma or GED and a valid Basic Police Certification from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST)
• Three or more years of full‑time sworn police work in Oregon within the past 12 months, with certification not expired
• Valid Oregon Class C driver’s license and a driving record meeting City standards
• Ability to work periodic overtime, 24‑hour rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
• At least 21 years old at hire date
• U.S. citizenship or ability to become a citizen within 18 months of hire
• Completion of competitive testing, including physical fitness, reading and writing skills, vision, hearing, psychological exams and a thorough background investigation
• Pass pre‑employment drug test (including marijuana) and background check

Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply. The City of Salem is committed to equal employment opportunities for all.

Click the green “Apply” button to complete your application. Specify how you meet the qualifications outlined above and submit required documentation.

Sgt. Robert Dowd
503‑932‑4517