Job Information

NEWPORT, CITY OF
169 SW COAST HWY
NEWPORT, OREGON 97365
541-574-0603
http://www.newportoregon.gov

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Updated: June 24, 2022

Job Classification: Police Officer

The Newport Police Department is currently hiring for the position of Police Officer! All candidates must take the FrontLine National exam through National Testing Network.

The department requires the candidate Public Safety Self Assessment (PSSA) Parts 1 & 2. You can access these through your candidate account. NTN suggests completing the PSSA as soon as possible so there is not a delay in your process.

All applications for this position must be submitted via the department's online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofnewport

Salary Information: $4,590.00 Monthly
$2,500 sign-on bonus to be paid at the end of the first full payroll cycle.
$2,500 retention bonus paid after working 12 full months for the City of Newport.

Candidate Contact
Melanie Nelsen
Sr. Executive Assistant

Job Requirements

Age:
21

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Graduation from high school or completion of a GED program.

Driver's License:
Be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Oregon Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any state

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

College:
No

Minimum Qualifications:
Successfully pass a drug test and full background investigation verifying any prior criminal convictions; be of good moral and ethical character certifiable as a Police Officer in the state of Oregon based on standards established by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); must successfully complete the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST ) basic police academy and up to an 18 month probationary period. (Must pass written test, oral interview and medical physical); must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to meet Department's physical standards and pass ORPAT (Oregon Physical Agility Test) to the minimum standards set by DPSST.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics:

Knowledge of the criminal and traffic Oregon Revised Statutes

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position require that all candidates have the ability to pass ORPAT (Oregon Physical Agility Test) to the minimum standards set by DPSST.
The police officer must possess the psychomotor skills required to drive a patrol vehicle in normal and emergency situations; fire a weapon accurately under extreme, varied conditions; successfully qualify with the assigned weapon in accordance with the requirements established by the Newport Police Department; maintain agility, endurance and strength; and show dexterity in self-defense and apprehension (e.g., safely taking a person into custody with a minimum of force).
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; run, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee may be required to carry, drag, or restrain individuals from 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

How To Apply:

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofnewport

Only complete applications will be considered and application review will continue until position is filled. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted.

The City of Newport is an EEO and veteran's preference employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal or local law.

All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, reference checking, and in the case of safety sensitive positions, drug, and alcohol testing.

The City of Newport follows Oregon law regarding Veterans Preference in Public Employment. If you are requesting Veterans Preference, you must complete the Veterans Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215. If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veterans Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.

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