Oregon State Police Recruit Trooper - Lateral And Entry Level

Initial Posting Date:

03/29/2024

Application Deadline:

05/30/2024

Agency:

Oregon State Department of Police

Salary Range:

5,880.00 - 8,273.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Oregon State Police Recruit Trooper

• Lateral and Entry Level

Job Description:

Apply today! No resume or cover letter is necessary.

Overview of the Recruitment

Are you new to law enforcement? Are you a current law enforcement officer? Our agency is seeking trustworthy, motivated, driven individuals who are able to work well on their own and in a team environment.

Due to the unique allure of Oregon, its many natural marvels, the dramatic landscape, and diverse opportunities within our agency, working at Oregon State Police offers an unmatched quality of life for those seeking a career in law enforcement.

Use your training, experience, and background to start a career with Oregon State Police. OSP Troopers provide a wide variety of public safety services. From rural counties to metropolitan freeways, Troopers are trained to do it all. Oregon's geographic diversity calls for a wide variety of duty assignments. Troopers may find themselves conducting enforcement not only in our standard police cruisers but also by airplane, pickup, ATV, snowmobile, horseback, and an assortment of watercraft, from white water rafts to ocean-going craft.

The hiring process for recruits is extensive. The time from application to appointment can exceed several months. There are seven steps in the hiring process. Read and review all steps and become familiar with the different tests and systems you'll need to access before you begin. You can find all the steps and contact information for OSP recruiters outlined here.

The Oregon State Police is seeking Recruit Troopers for positions available at various locations throughout Oregon. Recruits will be assigned a Duty Station in Oregon as part of a Conditional Job offer. The agency currently has critical needs in Astoria, Coos Bay, Gold Beach, Hermiston and Pendleton . Successful candidates who relocate to Astoria, Coos Bay, Gold Beach, Hermiston or Pendleton as their assigned duty station may be eligible for moving expenses to be paid. See DAS Policy 40.055.20 for details. The agency's operational needs will weigh heavily on the initial assignment of hired Troopers. However, we work with our staff to identify locations that are geographically compatible with their desired location.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be a United States Citizen by birth or Naturalized United States Citizen

• OR- able to attain citizenship within 18 months of hire *OAR 259-008-0019 - 1 Citizenship (a) (b)

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent*

• Applicants must be 21 years old on the first day of employment per OAR 259-008-0010

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license

• Meet all applicable medical and physical requirements, AND;

• Pass all applicable background, credit, and criminal history checks

• Be in good health and of good moral character: moral character is defined as possessing the attributes of empathy, courage, fortitude, honesty, loyalty, and additional virtues deemed to be morally good

Preferred Skills:

• General knowledge and ability to interpret and apply Oregon Revised Statue (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR)

• Effective written and verbal communication skills that can de-escalate a situation, end an attempted assault and maintain mental and emotional safety

• Ability to apply critical thinking and decision-making skills in stressful situations where timely resolution is required

• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and maintain composure in a position highly subject to public scrutiny

• Demonstrated integrity and ethics along with responsibility and accountability in all professional and personal interactions

• Demonstrated knowledge and desire to learn about law enforcement as a career. This is to include participating in ride-alongs with OSP or other law enforcement agencies, knowledge of the OSP mission and values, and actively preparing for a career in law enforcement

The Oregon State Police is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and affording all persons an opportunity for employment and advancement on the basis of their knowledge, skills, and abilities. At Oregon State Police, our Mission is to serve the State of Oregon with a diverse workforce dedicated to the protection of people, property and natural resources. Our values are Honor, Loyalty, Dedication, Compassion and Integrity.

Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.

Instructions for Applying

• In Workday, follow the "Apply" process and complete the online application.

• Complete any additional questionnaires to ensure that your application is complete

• After applying in Workday, you must register and attend Step 2 - Entry Level Testing.

• To view more information about the position, automatic disqualifiers, and more, please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/jobs/pages/become-a-trooper.aspx

• To view the full recruitment process and to see all seven steps, visit: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/jobs/Pages/Recruitment.aspx

• If you choose to submit any documents, please submit them in either MS Word or PDF format. We will not open other types of documents

You may be asked to submit additional information after the initial application

The selection process consists of a review of your application materials and an evaluation of your experience, education, preferred skills, training, and overall professionalism of your application materials. Do not attach extra documents. We will only review the documents that we ask for. Please note that your application materials will also be evaluated for grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Qualified applicants whose background most closely matches the position's needs will be invited to interview.

About the Agency

The Oregon State Police is a multi-disciplined organization charged with protecting Oregon's people, wildlife, and natural resources. We enforce the traffic laws on the state's roadways, investigate and solve crimes, conduct post-mortem examinations and forensic analysis, and provide background checks and law enforcement data. We regulate gaming and educate the public on fire safety and enforce fish, wildlife, and natural resource laws. Learn more about OSP here.

Additional Information & Benefits:

• Internal OSP OSPOA Employees may receive preference in the interview process.

• Lateral Certified Police Officers may receive preference in the recruitment process.

• This recruitment announcement will establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• The below information is provided for your information and compliance:

• Tattoo, Body Modification & Jewelry Policy

• The purpose of this policy is to establish tattoo, piercing, body modification, and jewelry guidelines for the Department. The policy will assist in preserving a professional appearance standard and promote public confidence in all Department members. Applicants who remain noncompliant with these standards will not be appointed to the Academy.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If a successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

• Before applying, ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page are accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase. Please monitor your Workday account, as communications will be sent to your Workday account. You may be asked to submit additional information after the initial application. If you would like to retain a copy of the job announcement, please print this page for your records. Once your application has been processed, you can no longer review the announcement. Additionally, Workday will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity.

• Eligible Veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources, or call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. NOTE: If claiming Veterans' preference, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.

• OSP does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation are contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet DAS employment eligibility standards.

Helpful Links & Resources:

Learn more about OSP here. View our recruitment video here.

View our competitive benefits package.

Background screening information can be found here. OSP does not offer Visa Sponsorship. To view information on work authorization and find out about acceptable documents, click here.

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Pay Equity Information & Resources

The Oregon State Police is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer committed to Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. At Oregon State Police, our Mission is to serve the State of Oregon with a diverse workforce dedicated to the protection of people, property, and natural resources. Our values are Honor, Loyalty, Dedication, Compassion, and Integrity.