Police Officer

Department:               Police Department 
Salary:                         Starting salary at $4,708-$4,889/per month, depending on qualifications and a competitive benefits package
Deadline To Apply:    *This job will remain posted until all positions are filled

How to apply: Please submit a completed cover letter, city employment application and resume to Human Resources to the address listed below. Employment Applications are available at City Hall as well as on the City’s website at www.cityoftoledo.org/jobs. For further information concerning the above vacancy please contact (541) 336-2247.  

Toledo City Hall
Attention: Human Resources 
206 N. Main Street
Po Box 220
Toledo, Oregon 97391
E-mail: lisa.figueroa@cityoftoledo.org

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*The duties/responsibilities, experience and certifications listed below is a summary of the requirements for the position. To see a full list of the position requirements, please refer to the job description.

The Police Officer is responsible for serving and protecting the community of Toledo by receiving calls and responding to them promptly. This position conducts law enforcement, crime prevention, and investigation activities relating to criminal law enforcement within the City’s enforcement area. Conformation to laws, policies, rules, and regulations is a critical aspect of this role.

• Patrol
• Conducts criminal and traffic investigations
• Serves as a liaison to the community and a community caretaker
• Informs the public and answers inquiries regarding laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Oregon Driver’s License or ability to obtain one upon acceptance of the position
• Within one (1) year of employment:
  • Basic Level Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Certification
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/automatic electronic defibrillator (AED)/First aid
  • Firearms
  • Defensive Tactics
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations Course
  • Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS)
  • Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS)

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) Experience