Lateral Police Officer

Salary : $81,309.00 - $103,814.00 Annually

Location : Gresham, OR

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 26-03

Department : Police

Opening Date : 07 / 01 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Overview

Are you looking for a lateral growth opportunity working in a fast-paced, learning environment? Do you have the desire to impact, inspire and influence those you encounter each day?

The City of Gresham is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officers! The Police Department is seeking Lateral Police Officers of sound moral character. The Police Officers are expected to be self-disciplined and highly motivated, while demonstrating honesty and integrity in representing the core values of the community. Successful candidates will reinforce the department's efforts to achieve goals and objectives in providing public safety to the community and its citizens.

Our agency is proud to offer our Police Officers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits and retirement package, and extensive ongoing training opportunities to support the current and future needs of a thriving community service and safety department. You can find more information about Police salary and benefits :

This is an open and continuous recruitment process where eligible list of candidates will be created and used to fill current and future vacancies with the Police Department.

Why Gresham?

Work-life balance

Our police officers are dedicated and hard-working. But when they're off duty, you'll find them hitting the slopes, windsurfing in the Columbia River Gorge, and more.

• Skiing or snowboarding at Mt. Hood, less than an hour away.
• Boating or windsurfing at the Columbia River Gorge, less than an hour away.
• 20-minute drive (and an easy commute) to downtown Portland, Oregon's largest city-catch a Trail Blazers game, visit the theater, or explore the food scene.
• Camping and recreational activities with easy access, whether in the mountains or by rivers.
• Scenic two-hour ride to Pacific Ocean coast.
• In town, enjoy Gresham's historic downtown with more than 150 shops, restaurants and service businesses, or explore the 1,100+ acres of parks, natural areas and trails within the city.

Grow your Career Whatever your interest, we've got an opportunity for you. Challenge yourself with new specialty assignments and build your future here with promotional opportunities.

Financial Stability We offer competitive living-wage salaries with generous benefit packages. In addition to base salary, officers are eligible for overtime pay, premium pay for participation in specialty or instructor assignments, certification pay, shift differential, and other incentives. Benefits include :

Starting Salary Information : OREGON OR OUT-OF-STATE EXPERIENCE. A new employee (certified or certifiable) with police experience in Oregon or another state and hired under the criteria of the City's lateral entry program shall be credited one pay step for each completed year of previous full-time paid experience as a sworn officer, up to a maximum starting pay of one step below the top step of the police officer salary range, which is currently Step 6. A lateral entry employee will be eligible to advance one step and additional subsequent steps on the salary schedule after successful completion of twelve (12) months of service in each step.

We are pleased to offer :

The City of Gresham Police Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color communities; women, protected veterans; and all other qualified Police Officer applicants looking for lateral opportunities.

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive and prosper. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community members they serve. Employees strive to deliver services in collaborative, innovative, practical, and nimble ways that go "one step beyond!". The work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work, and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences, and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

Position Description

Gresham Police Officers provide emergency aid, security, and protection of life and property for the citizens of Gresham by patrolling business, rural, and residential areas. They respond to requests for information and assistance, investigate criminal activity, subdue combative suspects, make arrests, work with people to solve problems associated with crime and neighborhood problems, and ensure proper enforcement of laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have current knowledge and understanding of the following :

An ideal candidate will also have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. They will apply principles and techniques of community policing, modern crime prevention, investigation, apprehension, rules of evidence, and all other aspects of law enforcement. Be able to skillfully and safely use firearms and other police related equipment while maintaining composure under adverse conditions such as public harassment, critical injuries, and death.

A competitive candidate will show how they can establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and citizens from a variety of racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of positive community engagement. They will also demonstrate how to effectively analyze situations quickly and objectively and are able to recognize actual and potentially dangerous situations, and to determine the proper course of action. Ability to present evidence in court effectively. Be able to display a skill in observation and remembering details such as names, faces, and incidents.

Police officers need to maintain the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job, which also includes the physical ability to handle persons resisting arrest.

Qualifications

To be considered a lateral applicant you must meet all of the following minimum qualifications :

Candidates must have the ability to :

Selection Process

All candidates must apply online. Faxed and emailed resumes, in lieu of an application, will not be accepted or considered. Incomplete applications will also not be considered.

To apply for this position, click 'Apply' at the top of this job posting.

Required application materials :

Note to applicants that have previously applied with the City of Gresham Police Department : Candidates that have previously applied within the last 5 years must check past communications from the City of Gresham Human Resources regarding eligibility to re-apply.

What to expect as an Applicant :

Phase I : Application

Phase II : Interview & Eligible List

Phase III : Pre-Suitability Assessment

Phase IV : Executive Interview

Phase V : Statement of Personal History, Background Investigation & Conditional Employment Offer

Phase VI : Psychological Evaluation & Job-Related Physical Exam

Phase VI : Confirmation of Employment letter

We make every effort to minimize travel for our out of state candidates. If you are a successful candidate, it is likely there will be one trip necessary to include an interview with the Police Chief and complete a job-related physical, treadmill test and drug screen.

Candidates will be notified through the e-mail address provided on their application as to their status in the process. Any updated contact information should be provided by email to as soon as it is available.

If a modification of this process is needed in order to accommodate a disability, please make your request in writing at the time of submitting an application to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or in person to a Human Resources representative at 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030.

Veteran's Preference The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Our Commitment The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.

Contact Cathi.Forsythe@GreshamOregon.gov or 503-618-2549 with questions related to this recruitment.

For assistance with the online application system, contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.

The City provides full family, comprehensive medical and dental insurance. Vision and prescription coverages are included in the medical plans. Most limited term and regular status employees who work at least 30 hours per week pay nothing for their medical and dental coverage.

Medical Insurance Options :

Dental Insurance Options :

Additional benefits include : life insurance, long term disability, a deferred compensation plan, flexible spending accounts (medical, child care, Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement (City picks up the employee's 6% contribution),an HRA / VEBA account, paid time off (PTO) and sick leave and nine paid holidays plus two paid floating holidays.

For more detailed information, please visit our Employee Benefits page at :

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Have you applied with the City of Gresham Police Department before?

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If you have previously applied for a position with the Gresham Police Department, please provide the year and position.

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Are you a United States Citizen or have the ability to become one within 18 months of hire?

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What best describes your highest level of education?

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Have you completed a state certified police academy?

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Have you completed a law enforcement field training program or passed a probationary period of not less than one (1) year with a law enforcement agency as a full-time sworn officer?

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Have you been employed as a full-time sworn officer within the five (5) year period prior to applying for this position?

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

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Have you ever been convicted of a crime of domestic violence?

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Have you been convicted of a sex-related crime or ever been required to register as a Sex Offender?

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Have you ever failed to pay income tax or child support?

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Are you lawfully allowed to possess a firearm? For example, convictions of misdemeanor crime of domestic violence may restrict your ability to possess a firearm.

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Do you have a valid Driver's License

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Have you been involved in a major traffic offense or accident (fault was established as yours) that results in death or major injury.

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Have you been convicted of a driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years?

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In the last 5 years, have you had more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one-year period?

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In the last 5 years, have you had more than 2 motor vehicle accidents within a 3-year period where you were at fault?

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In the last 12 months, have you used any substance containing cannabis, marijuana, or THC?

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Other than when it was personally prescribed by a doctor, have you used any of the following drugs in the last 3 years? (check all that apply)

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Have you used any of the following controlled substances in the last 5 years?

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Do you have tattoos, branding, or body art on your head, face, or neck?

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Do you have tattoos, branding, or body art depicting nudity, violence, or sexually explicit or vulgar images / words?

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Do you have tattoos, branding, or body art signifying membership in, or affiliation with, a criminal enterprise, street gang, or any other group that advocates violence against individuals because of their race, religion, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual preference, or disability?

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As a law enforcement officer, have you committed a criminal act for which you could have been arrested, prosecuted, or incarcerated?

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Since becoming a law enforcement officer, have you ever committed perjury, lied under oath, or falsified / altered any police report or official document?

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As a Law Enforcement Officer, have you ever been denied certification, had your certification revoked, or had your current certification suspended?

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As a Law Enforcement Officer, have you used any illegal drugs while employed by a law enforcement agency?

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I understand that the questions asked are part of the screening process for a position with Gresham Police. I understand that these questions are the first step in the background process and that the information I provide will be verified through a variety of sources. If it is discovered that I have made false, misleading or inaccurate statements, I will be disqualified from the selection process. I understand that if I am hired before the inaccuracy has been discovered, it may lead to dismissal. I understand that negative information provided may or may not be grounds for disqualification and that dishonesty is always grounds for disqualification. I certify that all information provided in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.

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