Police Officer Entry-Level Portland, Oregon

Salary

$56,440.80 Annually

Location

PDX - 7000 NE Airport Way, OR

Job Type

Full-Time Represented

Division

Port Operations

Job Number

00861

Closing

Continuous

General Information

Port of Portland police officers are state certified peace officers who provide law enforcement services primarily at the Portland International Airport and surrounding areas, in compliance with federal aviation regulations. The police department consists of 61 sworn personnel and 4 non-sworn staff. In addition to uniform patrol; sworn assignments include detectives, canine handlers (explosive detection), bomb technician and task force positions. Our primary mission, as a proactive law enforcement agency, is to provide for the safety and security of the traveling public, with emphasis on preventing potential terrorist attacks on the aviation industry.

Recruitment Process: Testing (FrontLine National Written Exam)--> Qualification/Application Material Review and Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) --> Peer Review Board Interview--> Placement on Eligibility List--> Oral Board Interview--> Background Investigation--> Chief's Interview--> Psychological Exam --> Medical Exam --> Pre-employment Drug Test --> Employment Confirmation

TESTING PROCESS:

FrontLine National: Candidates are responsible for scheduling and taking their written exam within the advertised testing window . The FrontLine National written exam can be scheduled by visiting the National Testing Network (NTN) website at (see application details) . NOTE: You must elect to have NTN share your scores with the Port of Portland.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Port of Portland Employment Application: To be considered for employment with the Port of Portland Police Department, candidates must complete the Port of Portland's employment application by visiting our website: (see application details) . It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes are not a substitute for incomplete or partially completed applications.

FrontLine National: A passing score of the written exam is required to continue in the selection process.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For questions related to the selection process, please contact Monique Hunter by email: (see application details) or by phone at (see application details).

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Summary of Essential Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the protection of life and property within the jurisdiction of Portland International Airport (PDX).
• Provide police emergency response, patrol, investigations and court testimony.
• Ensure the public convenience and well-being of travelers using airport facilities.
• Serve the needs of the airport and associated businesses and properties in a prompt and professional manner.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required. A degree in criminal justice, social science or related field is preferred.
• Prior experience in security operations, law enforcement, or a private security settings is preferred.
• Must be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Oregon or Washington State driver's license at time of hire.

Skills and Abilities

• Possess combination of physical strength and stamina required to perform physical performance expectations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to:
  • write comprehensive and confidential reports as assigned.
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and general public.
  • work under adverse conditions.
  • pass a comprehensive police background check and post-offer drug test, psychological evaluation and medical examination.

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The Port of Portland offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and participates in the Oregon PERS retirement program. The Port also offers employee paid voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, a deferred compensation program and for some employees access to critical illness and accident insurance policies. In addition to our comprehensive benefit program, we have generous vacation and sick leave plans and we are known for our great culture, flexibility and our commitment to wellness.

Please note: some benefits vary by job type/group, so please be sure to review your comprehensive benefit guide upon hire to confirm what is available to you.