Basic Entry Police Officer

Job Listing ID:

4471914

Job Title:

Basic Entry Police Officer Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Roseburg

Date Posted:

04/13/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift, Night 

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:

DEFINITION

The Police Officer is charged with the responsibility of fulfilling the police mission at the primary level of execution. Prevents and represses crime through patrol activities. Enforces City ordinances, State and Federal laws, apprehends offenders and secures compliance in lessor non-criminal matters.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Any single position in this class will not usually perform all the duties listed and some positions may involve duties which are not listed. ' Patrols city, businesses and residential streets for purpose of enforcing traffic and criminal laws; checks for suspicious persons and vehicles. ' Responds to calls including citizen complaints, thefts, family disputes, and juvenile complaints and takes appropriate action. ' Initiates investigations of accidents, death and criminal complaints; gathers evidence for prosecution; makes arrests and issues citations, handles suspects as called for by law and department regulations. ' Fingerprints and photographs suspects as arresting officer. ' Prepares full and comprehensive written reports as required. ' Utilizes computer to receive and transmit messages. ' Appears in court as witness, serves writs, warrants and subpoenas. ' Keeps informed on current crime problems and engages in tactical operations as directed; is constantly aware of possible vice or narcotic violations, reporting such conditions immediately to the department. ' Represents the department and the City in community activities, educational programs and while in daily contact with the public. ' Assists the public by answering inquiries regarding directions, laws and ordinances, aids stranded motorists, conducts vacation house checks, checks road conditions, street signs and street lights, gives other assistance to public when needed.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES ' Ability to perform essential job functions as outlined by DPSST Job Task Analysis. ' Ability to learn a considerable amount of factual material such as laws, statutes, regulations, ordinances and procedures and apply this knowledge on the job. ' Ability to comprehend and interpret laws, statutes and regulations. ' Physical strength and agility to perform the work of the class as determined by the Police Department. ' Ability to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports. ' Ability to understand sometimes complex oral and written instructions and to act upon them accordingly. ' Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine a proper course of action to be taken. ' Ability to work effectively and courteously with the public, other agencies and other employees. See City website for full job description: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employment

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:

$5,973.00 per Month

Benefits Offered:

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

Additional Benefit Information:

Benefits to be explained. Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 None

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

21

Gender:

N/A

Employer Will Perform:

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