Police Officer

Police Officer 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars About the Position 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, motors (traffic), detectives, K-9's, and school resource officer. There has never been a better time to join our team! 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. This recruitment will be for a hiring list. . Your military service (VA) education benefits may apply to on-the-job training (field training) through our agency as a police officer. Check out the GI BILL Opportunities for Veteran First Responders (Download PDF reader) which details how these benefits can be used. Application materials must be submitted in order to be considered for this position. Any application missing required materials will not be considered. Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are: 1. City Application 2. Supplemental Questionnaire (As a reminder, your answers to the supplemental questions will be evaluated.) 3. Resume 4. Complete the exam at nationaltestingnetwork.com and select City of Grants Pass Police Department as an agency to receive your scores. 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 4.0%

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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 as listed. The Police Officer job description can be reviewed in full here. 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. How to Apply Application materials must be submitted in order to be considered for this position. Any application missing required materials will not be considered. Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are: 1. City Application 2. Supplemental Questionnaire 3. Resume 4. Complete the exam at nationaltestingnetwork.com and select City of Grants Pass Police Department as an agency to receive your scores. NTN Written Testing Information (Submit scores by application deadline): City of Grants Pass offers full testing services for the position of Police Officer through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select '', then select Law Enforcement Jobs and sign up for City of Grants Pass. •Complete the written test at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and the on-line application to be considered for an interview.•When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.

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Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test. Review all information related to the City of Grants Pass (Police Officer), including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits. Review detailed information about the testing process. Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired). Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to the City of Grants Pass. City of Grants Pass will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process. National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the City of Grants Pass responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the City of Grants Pass where the final decisions are made. Ranking and Selection The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience and knowledge, education, responses to supplemental questionnaire, submission of required materials and meeting minimum qualifications and special qualifications of the position. The initial process may include oral interviews and skills testing. Final selection will require a background investigation, including a criminal history review, and, depending on the position, a psychological screening, physical, functional and drug screening. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process. All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date. Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass 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 your application. Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law. It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire. In & Around Grants Pass The recreational opportunities of the Rogue River are many: jet-boats, rafting, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, water skiing, tubing/swimming, gold panning and the 37-mile Rogue Hiking Trail. In addition to our world famous white water Rogue River, nearby mountains provide high-mountain recreational experiences, including snow skiing at Mt. Ashland, multiple access points to the Pacific Crest Trail, snow-shoeing, and ATV trails. Cultural activities center around the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland and the historic town of Jacksonville.

Other scenic attractions include:

Crater Lake National Park, Oregon Caves National Monument, and the northern portion of the Redwoods. Grants Pass' year-round calendar of events offers something for everyone. And once the sun goes down, the region takes on a life of its own with fine restaurants, theatres and a performing arts center.

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https://travelgrantspass.com/ City of Grants Pass Summary of Benefits 2026 Health Insurance The City provides a full family healthcare package that includes medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance. Full family coverage includes spouse, registered domestic partner or same sex domestic partner and children up to age 26. Most employees are currently provided two options for health insurance and may elect to have their portion of the health insurance premium deduction taken out of their paycheck on a pre-tax basis. Employee rates for 2026 for health and dental coverage range from $185 to $194 per month depending on the coverage selected. In addition to health coverage, the City contributes $234 per month to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA/VEBA) on the employee's behalf. Dental Insurance The City provides two carriers for dental coverage, PacificSource with two options available. PacificSource Dental allows employees to select any dentist covered by PacificSource. Retirement The City participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). An employee is eligible for PERS after six months of service (unless the employee is already a PERS member, then contributions are immediate). The employee's contribution of 6% is paid by the City under each collective bargaining agreement and the personnel rules at this time. Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) An employee who is new to Oregon public service and was hired on or after August 29, 2003, becomes an OPSRP Pension Program member if the employee works six full calendar months in a qualifying position for an OPSRP-Participating employer. The six-month waiting period cannot be interrupted by more than 30 consecutive working days and must be served with the same employer. Life Insurance The City provides life insurance to all full-time employees at one time their annual salary. An employee can voluntarily choose to purchase additional life insurance, spousal life and/or dependent life. Accidental Death and Dismemberment The City provides accidental death and dismemberment insurance to all full-time employees at one time their annual salary. Long Term Disability The City provides benefits at the rate of 60% of salary with a maximum monthly benefit of $9,000 and a maximum covered salary of $15,000 per month. This benefit has a 90-day elimination period. Flexible Spending/125 Program Employees may elect to set aside monies pre-tax for out of pocket medical (maximum deferral $3,400) and/or dependent care (maximum deferral $5,000) expenses. FICA and Medicare The City participates in Social Security and pays the employer's portion of FICA and Medicare for each employee. Deferred Compensation Program Deferred compensation is a voluntary program which allows employees to designate a dollar amount or percentage of their pay for pre-tax retirement savings. These funds are deducted from an employee's check after FICA taxes, but before state and federal taxes, are applied. These funds are held state and federal tax free until the employee begins to withdraw funds. An employee is eligible to withdraw funds upon separation of service. The City provides four different carriers from which the employee can select. Employees may defer a maximum of $24,500 in 2026, with "catch-up" provisions that apply to those employees nearing retirement. Worker's Compensation Approved on-the-job injuries are paid at approximately 66 2/3% of regular salary upon acceptance of the claim. The difference between employee's normal net and worker's compensation claim is paid by the City under the terms and conditions set forth in Administrative Policy 5-1 and the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Holiday/Holiday Compensation Management, supervisors, non-represented, and Grants Pass Employee Association employees receive 10 paid holidays per year. Police personnel receive a holiday compensation bank of 48 hours each July 1 and January 1. Fire represented personnel receive a holiday compensation bank of 132 hours (56-hour schedule) each July 1 based on the prior years' service. Personal Holiday Grants Pass Employee Association and Confidential-Classified employees receive 2 personal use-it or lose-it holidays per year, pro-rated based on the total months of service for the prior calendar year. Management and supervisory employees receive 1 personal use-it or lose-it holiday per year. Vacation Vacation accrual is provided to each regular full-time and regular part-time employee based upon their job classification, labor group, and scheduled workweek. Accruals and their availability for use are determined by a collective bargaining agreement or Personnel Rules, Regulations and Policies. Sick Leave Sick leave accrual is provided to each regular full-time and regular part-time employee based upon their scheduled work week. Sick leave accrual is available for use immediately. Full-time employees working a 40-hour schedule receive 96 hours per year, which accrues at 3.69 hours per pay period. Fire personnel on a 56-hour schedule receive 156 hours per year, which accrues at 6 hours per pay period. Emergency Leave Emergency leave is provided to employees to attend the funeral of an immediate family member, or to visit a member of your immediate family whose illness may result in death. Firefighters may take a 24-hour shift and all other employees may take up to 24 hours or 3 days emergency leave days per calendar year. Sick leave and/or vacation may also be utilized with approval. Employee Assistance Program The EAP provides an employee and the employee's dependents up to four confidential visits per issue during a year at no cost. Visits may be for counseling, assessment or referral help in dealing with the various stresses in life. Fitness Reimbursement Policy Full-time employees are eligible for a $40 per month individual reimbursement towards monthly membership dues to a health/fitness facility upon proof of payment and attendance. Reimbursement is processed on a quarterly basis through payroll. Regular part-time employees are eligible for a pro-rated reimbursement. Educational Reimbursement Policy A portion of the registration and fee costs associated with educational courses taken at an accredited institution and related to a regular full-time employee's job will be reimbursed upon successful (Grade C or better) completion of the class. All employees who have completed their trial service period are eligible for this benefit. This program is dependent on budget availability and limitation of the program. Direct Deposit Employees may voluntarily elect to have their paycheck electronically deposited in their bank(s) of choice. All employees, excluding those classified as management and therefore "at will", are required to a serve a trial service period. Most positions require the incumbent serve a 12-month trial service period. Uncertified Police Officers and Dispatchers will be required to serve an 18-month trial service period. Some benefits identified in this summary become available upon satisfactory completion of said period. Collective Bargaining Agreements are located at: https://www.grantspassoregon.gov/184/Human-Resources