Police Officer (Lateral)

Overview

The City of Tigard offers an exceptional opportunity for lateral police officers, with a variety of specialty assignments, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a prime location near the Portland metropolitan area. The region features vibrant arts and cultural attractions, scenic public beaches, snowcapped mountains for hiking and climbing, and world-class fishing along some of the most serene rivers in the Pacific Northwest. Tigard is also home to a strong public school district, numerous private school options, and convenient access to several colleges and universities. The Tigard Police Department is deeply committed to community policing and actively collaborates with the public through a wide range of programs and outreach efforts.

Tigard offers an exceptional opportunity for lateral police officers, with a variety of specialty assignments, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a prime location near the Portland metropolitan area. The region features vibrant arts and cultural attractions, scenic public beaches, snowcapped mountains for hiking and climbing, and world-class fishing along some of the most serene rivers in the Pacific Northwest. Tigard is also home to a strong public school district, numerous private school options, and convenient access to several colleges and universities. The Tigard Police Department is deeply committed to community policing and actively collaborates with the public through a wide range of programs and outreach efforts.

Examples of Duties

• Patrols assigned jurisdiction, enforces traffic and criminal laws; observes and investigates unusual conditions in facilities, property or other areas;
• Captures and investigates felony and misdemeanor criminal activities;
• Secures crime scenes as appropriate;
• Investigates suspicious persons, vehicles, circumstances;
• Deters crime by providing high visibility;
• Takes appropriate action or makes arrests;
• Transports arrested individuals for booking, as required;
• Issues citations and warnings;
• Investigates accidents;
• Reports public safety hazards;
• Directs traffic.

• Aids the public regarding directions, laws, and other information as needed;
• Assists disabled motorists;
• Participates in meetings with the public representing the department's interests and responsibilities.

• Observes, monitors and controls routine and unusual traffic situations;
• Stops and warns drivers or issues citations as appropriate;
• Assists motorists with inoperable vehicles and arranges for immediate removal of stranded vehicles if they are stolen or a hazard;
• Provides direction and traffic control in accident or incident situations, special events, or other congested situations.

• Responds to a wide variety of emergency calls for service, disturbances, thefts, burglaries, vehicle accidents, domestic disputes, suspicious activities, and other incidents to protect public safety and property, resolve problems, diffuse situations, and enforce laws and ordinances;
• Determines appropriate action;
• Calls for assistance as needed.

• Prepares case records and reports on major activities within the jurisdiction;
• Prepares affidavits for search warrants;
• Serves arrest and search warrants and subpoenas as required.

• Prepares and writes a variety of reports, forms, records and files;
• Interacts with prosecutors, attorneys, and court officials;
• Appears in court as required.

• Maintains effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies and personnel;
• Affords assistance to other officers as needed.

• May serve as a field training officer for orientation and training of new officers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of high school or GED;
• At least three (3) years of experience as a law enforcement officer;
• College-level law enforcement coursework desirable.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen;
• Must be 21 years or older at time of hire;
• Possess a valid Oregon/Washington driver’s license;
• Must be legally authorized and physically able to carry a firearm;
• Ability to work all shifts, including swing, nights, weekends, holidays on a rotating basis;
• Must be able to read and write the English language;
• Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.

Supplemental Information

• Streamlined Hiring Process for Lateral Officers: After application is received, a Command Staff interview; Pre-Offer Evaluation (if applicable); Background Investigation; Interview with Chief of Police.

Additional Information

• Work history will be considered when setting base pay and vacation accruals.
• Union Representation: TPOA (Tigard Police Officers' Association)

Benefits

• Choice of health and dental plans;
• Oregon PERS including city-paid employee contribution;
• City-paid HRA-VEBA;
• Paid vacation and sick leave;
• 12 paid floating holidays (96 hours per year);
• Life and disability insurance;
• This job classification is represented by the Tigard Police Officers' Association

Application Questions

• 01 Did you graduate from a certified police academy? - Yes
• 02 If yes, please list the state in which you attended, your graduation date, and your certification number (if applicable). If no, use N/A.