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Lateral (Experienced) Police Officer

STARTING SALARY
$3,828 - $4,654 DOE

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLYING
March 31, 2008

JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Basic certification (Oregon or equivalent). May request waiver under certain circumstances.
  • Out of state applications welcome
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Be a high school graduate or have passed the GED test.
  • Be 21 years of age and be a United States Citizen.
  • Possess or be able to obtain a valid Oregon Drivers License and not have excessive traffic violations.
  • No felony or domestic violence convictions and very limited criminal history.
  • Limited prior drug use.
  • Good physical condition relative to the requirements of the job of police officer.
SUMMARY OF DEPARTMENT
  • Officers represented by Fairview Police Officers Association
  • New sergeant position will be created in 2009
  • Immediate opening for regional gang unit Fairview position
  • Officer In Charge or Lead Patrol Officer Position being created in 2008
  • Excellent career opportunity for experienced officer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- be a U.S. citizen
- possess a valid driver's license
- be at least 21 years of age
- possess a high school diploma

SELECTION PROCESS
- oral interview
- drug screening test
- background investigation
- psychological test

HOW TO APPLY
Print application from web site at www.ci.fairview.or.us or in person at Fairview Police Department or call (503) 674-6200 to have one mailed.

OTHER INFORMATION
Signing bonus of $1,500 and some moving expenses paid. Immediate opening for gang enforcement task force, which may be filled by newly hired officer. Cost of living raise 7/1/08.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Kristi Cooley
Fairview Police Department
PO Box 337
Fairview, OR 97024
(503) 674-6200

Email: cooleyk@ci.fairview.or.us
Web Site: www.ci.fairview.or.us