Police Officer - Entry Level

Salary posted is effective 1/1/2026.

The City of Tualatin is currently accepting applications for Police Officer
. Lateral candidates will be given preference.

All entry level candidates must apply through the National Testing Network at

Area Information: Tualatin's population is well‑educated, diverse, and involved in community and school activities. There are excellent educational opportunities available to residents through the Tigard‑Tualatin School District and numerous colleges and universities within easy commuting distance. In the most recent resident satisfaction survey, 85% of residents rated the overall quality of life in Tualatin as "excellent" or "good", and most reported they would recommend the community to others and plan to stay for the next five years.

Residents take great pride in and appreciate the amenities such as award‑winning parks, unique shopping and dining establishments and a low tax rate.

The city features a balance of high‑quality residential areas, along with multiple commercial and industrial zones. Tualatin is a mid‑sized city with a big‑city attitude and spirit. Tualatin is one of Oregon's most livable cities; a 37‑year Tree City USA, it has an extraordinary landscape, painted with charm, opportunity, and accessibility. The center of downtown is anchored by a public/private plaza project, Tualatin Commons, which consists of mixed‑use buildings surrounding a three‑acre public lake.

All entry level candidates must apply through the National Testing Network at  Lateral candidates (who have passed DPSST basic training within the last 5 years) may apply on the City’s website under the Lateral Officer posting at  and forego written tests.

If you have a general question regarding the recruitment, contact Human Resources at recruitment.

The City will incorporate the Oregon Physical Agility Test (ORPAT) in the later stages of the hiring process. However, the city will accept ORPAT scores from the National Testing Network (NTN) and from other Oregon Police Agencies as long as they meet the following requirements:

• Test must have been taken/passed within 6 months of the recruitment closing date and still valid (not expired) upon hire.
• Test results must be submitted directly from NTN, or another local police agency. Test scores will not be accepted directly from candidates.

We will not accept NTN "PAT" scores. Only ORPAT scores will be considered.

This position is represented by the Tualatin Police Officer's Association.

The City of Tualatin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women and veterans are encouraged to apply.

The City of Tualatin requires entry level candidates to complete a written test prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Lateral candidates are not required to take either the written or ORPAT test through NTN, although passing ORPAT scores will be accepted if they meet the criteria listed above.

• Age
  :
  Minimum age of 21 years.
• US Citizenship
  :
  • Status as a U. S. citizen; or
  • Become a U.S. citizen within 18 months of employment*; or
  • Status as a non‑immigrant legally admitted in the United States under a Compact of Free Association.
  * Criterion two must obtain U.S. citizenship within the first 18 months of hire or may be subject to termination.
• High School Grad/GED
  :
  Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
• Valid State Driver's License
  :
  Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

A candidate will not proceed through the selection process for any of the reasons listed below unless they provide mitigating information regarding one or more of these reasons:

• A felony conviction under state or federal law.
• A misdemeanor conviction relating to sex crimes, crimes against persons, drugs, fraud or moral turpitude.
• Other misdemeanor conviction within the last 5 years.
• Conviction for minor possession of an alcoholic beverage within the last 3 years.
• Conviction of a major traffic offense or a DUII diversion within the last 5 years.
• Revocation of driving privileges or a felony or misdemeanor operator's license suspension within the last 5 years.
• Three or more…