Police Officer

Police Officer

The Eugene Police Department (EPD) is a progressive, professional law-enforcement agency that serves the city of Eugene, Oregon. In fulfillment of the public trust, the Eugene Police Department works in partnership with our community to promote safety and security, enforce laws, prevent crimes, and safeguard the constitutional rights of all people. Beginning on October 30, 2025, EPD is seeking new candidates to come serve with us.

Invitation to the testing phase of the recruitment process will be sent on a rolling basis to those applicants with a complete application who qualify. If you'd like to be eligible to receive an early invitation to schedule your testing, please make sure to submit your complete application as soon as possible. By submitting your application early, you will also be provided access to a paid practice test and a testing study guide as well as the opportunity to participate in an ORPAT practice session.

This position performs a variety of law enforcement duties; first responder to incidents; serves as direct link between the department and the public; responds to, and investigates, incident scenes; assesses appropriate actions to incidents; patrols assigned areas; enforces laws and ordinances; makes arrests; preserves crime scene evidence; summarizes events in report format; and performs preventative community policing for diverse neighborhoods.

Application Deadline : Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5 p.m. P.T. Accepting Online Applications Only. Applications received during this application period will be considered for an April 20, 2026 hire date.

Salary Range : All Entry-Police Officers will start at Step 1. Applicants with a minimum of 3 years of full-time police service experience, exercising police powers at a City (Municipal), County or State police agency responsible for responding to emergency 9-1-1 calls, can apply to the Lateral Police Officer posting.

The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits. For more information, visit this summary page and this benefits package page.

Work Location : Eugene Police Department 300 Country Club Rd. Eugene, OR. Must reside within 45 minutes of Eugene, OR.

Schedule : Must be able to work various shifts, nights, weekends and holidays. Officers assigned to a patrol team are currently working a 4 / 10 work schedule. Emergency response time for a Police Officer requires reporting to work and being ready for duty within 45 minutes of notification.

Union Representation : Eugene Police Employees' Association (EPEA)

Living & Working in Eugene : For more information on living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more, visit this page.

Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following. To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification : Police Officer.

Qualifications : Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.

Minimum Qualifications : At least 21 years of age by May 11, 2026; no felony convictions. No Class A Misdemeanor convictions within 24 months of application; must be able to work various shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays. Officers assigned to a patrol team are currently working a 4 / 10 work schedule; must meet State requirements including vision, hearing, and standards for basic certification as a law enforcement officer by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); education : high school diploma or GED; experience : two years of work experience, college coursework, or military experience; license and certificate : a valid Oregon driver's license, or ability to obtain by date of hire; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City's standard; CPR certification within twelve months of appointment; background : must pass a police background investigation.

Physical : Must pass a physical assessment and drug test. Drug Screen, Hearing Test and Visual Acuity Test - as required by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).

Selection Process Dates at-a-glance : ORPAT practice sessions Saturday, December 13, 2025; written test and ORPAT Saturday, January 10, 2026; interviews : January 11-13, 2026; full background completed by February 26, 2026; chief interview : March 9, 2026; psychological evaluation and medical exam : March 16-25, 2026; projected date of hire : April 20, 2026.

Salaries and Fringe Benefits : Recruit Police Officers receive a beginning annual salary of $78,187.20 annually; with experience, education, and training officers can advance to the top step of $99,673.60 annually. After three years of employment, officers are eligible for premium pay for education and certification. Premium pay can be worth up to 15% of an officer's base salary. In addition, Police Officers can qualify for a 5% increase for demonstrated fluency in an eligible language (such as Spanish or American Sign Language). Up to 5% shift differential. Bilingual Pay Benefit : Per the EPEA Contract, the City shall pay an employee at 5% of base wages for a required intermediate or advanced level competency. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must have demonstrated fluency in the required language and successfully pass a fluency examination administered by the City's Employee Resource Center division.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.