Police Officer

Job Listing ID:

4477782

Job Title:

Police Officer Application Deadline:

05/18/2026

Job Location:

Grants Pass

Date Posted:

04/22/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift, Night Shift, Rotating 

Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Join the Police Department as a Police Officer. You have an opportunity to join our dynamic department where we protect and serve our community! You can go as far as your ambition and skills take you and there are opportunities for: ' Patrol ' Traffic/Motors ' Detectives ' K-9 Unit ' School Resource Officer If you have great communication skills, the drive to learn, and are seeking a fulfilling and rewarding career, apply today! This position works rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends. High call volume and a fast paced environment are part of being a City of Grants Pass Police Officer. •Application and Testing Deadline is May 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. •In addition to base salary, incentives available to Police Officers include: ' Associate Degree 2.5% ' Bachelor Degree 5% ' Second language 1.25% ' DPSST Intermediate Certificate 2.5% ' DPSST Advanced Certificate 3.0%

Note:

Associate Degree is not cumulative.

Minimum Qualifications:

' Graduation from High School or GED and 1 year of work experience are required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job. ' Must be 21 years of age at time of hire. ' Meet physical standards as set by the Department of Public Safety on Standards and Training (DPSST) ' Valid driver's license, with the ability to obtain an Oregon Class C Driver's License within 30 days of employment. ' DPSST Basic Police Certificate following completion of training, within 12 months of employment. ' Law Enforcement Data System Certificate within 60 days of assignment.

Residency requirement for this position:

The residency requirement for the position is forty-five (45) minutes from City limits as it exists within the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB). Candidates hired for the position of Police Officer must pass the ORPAT (physical ability) and firearms requirements prior to graduation at the Oregon DPSST Police Academy. •Complete the written test at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and the on-line application to be considered for an interview.•This recruitment will be for a hiring list. Questions regarding the role, contact Human Resources at humanresources@grantspassoregon.gov or 541-450-6050.

Job Classification:

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Driver License Information

Required:

Non-Commercial Drivers License Compensation

Salary:

$73,783.00 to $100,074.00 per Year Depending on Experience

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Deferred Compensation, Retirement, Education Reimbursement Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 1 year

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A

Employer Will Perform:

Background Check , Drug Test , Physical Exam After Job Offer , DMV records check