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MONMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT
450 PACIFIC HWY N
MONMOUTH, OREGON 97361
(503)838-1109
http://www.ci.monmouth.or.us/pView.aspx?id=4746&catid=552

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Updated: February 11, 2026

Job Classification: Police Officer

SALARY: $5,511.68 – $7,049.00 (Plus applicable premium pay)

WORK SCHEDULE: Four (4) day work week, ten (10) hour a day basis

OPENING DATE: February 4^th, 2026

CLOSING DATE: March 16^th, 2026 or until position(s) are filled.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Monmouth Police Department is currently seeking highly motived and committed individuals with good communication and interpersonal skills to join our team as a Police Officer.

This position performs a variety of law enforcement duties and functions, such as responding to and investigating incident scenes; patrolling assigned areas; enforcing laws and ordinances; making arrests; preserving crime scene evidence; writing detailed police reports; testifying in court; working with and serving all members and visitors of this community. (This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed.)

How to Apply:

Submit a completed application and resume to the Monmouth Police Department by March 16^th, 2026. Application materials can be emailed to molafson@ci.monmouth.or.us dropped off at the Monmouth Police Department or mailed to: Monmouth Police Department, Attn: Lt. Matt Olafson, 450 Pacific Hwy N, Monmouth OR 97361
Complete the National Testing Network Frontline test within the past 12 months and select Monmouth Police Department as an agency to receive the score.
1. Certified Lateral Applicants within Oregon or Out of State Certified Lateral Applicants that possess a 4-year degree do not need to complete the FRONTLINE test.
All applicants will be required to complete and pass the ORPAT prior to receiving a conditional job offer. Testing will be scheduled with those candidates who move forward after the interview panel process if scores have not been obtained prior to that. Passing scores need have been within the past 12 months. (See page on DPSST website for information about the ORPAT)

Successful FRONTLINE test scores must be completed and submitted to the Monmouth Police Department by March 16^th, 2026 for consideration in this recruitment opportunity.

Salary Information:

$5,511.68 (Step 1) – $7,049.00 (Step 6), plus applicable premium pay

Premium Pay, when eligible (up to 15%)

Education – 2.5% - Associates Degree, 5% - Bachelor’s Degree, 2.5% Military Service
Certification – 3.5% - Intermediate, 7% - Advanced
Longevity – 2% - 10 years of service, 5% - 15 years of service, 7% - 20 years of service w/MPD
Bi-Lingual – 5% for Intermediate Fluency, 7% for Advanced Fluency, in Spanish
FTO – 5% during all hours assigned to field training
Detective – 5% while assigned to Detectives
Physical Fitness – 1.5% who successfully pass ORPAT, annually.

Benefit Information for all employees

Comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, life insurance
Employer contributions to VEBA account
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) + Employer paid IAP
Optional deferred compensation program
Paid vacation, sick time, and compensatory time
All uniforms and equipment provided
Clothing Allowance - $400 annually

Lateral Recruitment Incentives

For Oregon Certified applicants, certificate pay begins upon hire date.
Out of State Certified applicants will receive certificate pay as soon as certification is granted by DPSST.
Physical Fitness pay begins upon hire date
40 hours of PTO upon hire

Department Overview: The Monmouth Police Department has an allotted full time staffing of up to sixteen (16) sworn officers, a Records Supervisor, Records Clerk / Evidence Technician, a full time Community Service Officer and a complement of up to six (6) Reserve Officers.

The Chief of Police, followed by a Lieutenant and four Sergeants assist with management duties by supervising patrol, investigations, and special projects. Current staffing allows for professional operations in the areas of patrol, crime prevention, and investigations. Two (2) officers are assigned to Detective positions working primarily felony investigations, and also serve as members of the Polk County Major Crimes Team.

Monmouth is situated in the fertile Willamette Valley and is in the heart of Oregon’s wine country. It is a growing town of over 11,000 people and home to Western Oregon University. Monmouth is uniquely located about an hour’s drive from many of the Pacific Northwest’s most esteemed features like the Oregon Coast and beautiful Mountain Ranges. Monmouth maintains a warm small town feel, while being close to major cities like Salem and Portland.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Age: 21

US Citizen: Yes, Per Oregon Law, an applicant must be able to obtain US Citizenship within 18 months of employment. To meet this requirement as a condition of hire, an applicant must demonstrate that he/she can obtain citizenship within the required timeframe.

High School Grad/GED: Must be a high school graduate or possess a General Education Development (GED) certificate of high school equivalency.

Valid OREGON State Driver’s License: Ability to obtain a valid Oregon State driver’s license. Must also possess a current driver’s license in the applicant’s state with an acceptable driving history.

Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes. Monmouth Police Department also offers bilingual incentive pay.

Vision: DPSST requirement of at least 20/30 corrected vision when tested using both eyes together. Must also be able to distinguish color vision as determined by DPSST (OAR-0070)

Preferred qualifications:

Two or Four year degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
DPSST Academy Certification
Bi-Lingual language skills in Spanish/English

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:

Any felony conviction
Repeated offenses, which indicated disrespect for the law. DUII arrests within the past 10 years
Illegal manufacture, transport or sale of a controlled substance. Repetitive, recent or continual drug use.
Discharge from employment or disciplinary issues related to poor performance, negative co-worker interaction, attendance, policy violations or adjust to corrective discipline.
Negative outcome of Military separation review.
Decertification as a police officer in any state.
Respondent named in a Restraining Order.
Any crime of violence, including domestic violence.
Dishonesty.
Conviction of theft.
Failure to follow directions.

Hiring Process: Candidates must pass all written, physical, oral, background, medical and psychological examinations.

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Monmouth grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans’ preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of you application.

EEO / Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply

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