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BEND POLICE DEPARTMENT
555 NE 15TH ST
BEND, OREGON 97701
(541)312-7955
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Updated: May 14, 2025

Salary: $86,134.00 - $114,668.00 Annually

Location: Bend, OR

Job Type: Full Time

Classification: Lateral Police Officer

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About Us:
The City of Bend Police Department is actively seeking qualified Lateral Officer applicants to join our dynamic team as Police Officers. This selection process will create an eligibility list for future vacancies, and we're seeking passionate individuals to join our team. Serving a vibrant city of over 106,000 residents, we pride ourselves on our commitment to community policing and cutting-edge innovation.

As a member of the Bend Police Department, you'll be part of a professional law enforcement agency that champions teamwork, integrity, and excellence. This position is represented by the Bend Police Association and is FLSA non-exempt (overtime eligible), offering you the chance to advance your career while making a significant impact in our community.

Lateral Officer Application Requirements:
To be considered for this position, applicants need only submit a complete online application that includes:

Attached formal Cover Letter (required)
Attached formal Resume (required)

Job Highlights for Lateral Officers:

Starting Salary: $86,134 up to $114,668 (with Advanced DPSST certification)
Uniforms and Gear: Supplied.
Work Schedule: 11.25-hour schedule, four working days followed by four days off to enjoy Central Oregon.
Wellness Programs: On-duty workouts, onsite mental health clinician, functional fitness, and more.
Educational Reimbursements: Available.
Incentives: Walking, biking, or carpooling to work.
Additional Benefits: As noted within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Community Enhancement Program: Additional 2% to gross wages.
Language Fluency: Qualify for a $1.50 per hour increase for fluency in languages other than English, as approved by the Chief of Police.
VA On-the-Job training program available for our Veterans.

Lateral Opportunities:
For experienced lateral candidates who are certified officers and have successfully completed their previous agencies Field Training program, we offer competitive wages and benefits based on your level of police experience. The pay scale matrix and other lateral incentives are outlined below:

Pay Step 2: $7,177 (6-18 months of solo officer experience)
Pay Step 3: $7,536 (18-30 months of solo officer experience)
Pay Step 4: $7,913 (30-42 months of solo officer experience)
Pay Step 5: $8,309 (42 or more months of solo officer experience)
Lateral Police Officers may earn up to an additional 10% or 15% premium pay (depending on qualifications through DPSST).
For out of state applicants, we are experienced in requesting reciprocity for your certifications and can guide you through the process.

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