Job Description
Warrenton Police Department
225 S. Main Ave
Warrenton, Oregon 97146
Phone: 503-861-5622
Updated: August 30, 2024
Position Title: Police Officer
The City of Warrenton is seeking qualified applicants to fill vacancies for the position of Police Officer.
Qualified candidates are required to take the FrontLine National test and have a valid passing ORPAT. Additionally, candidates must complete a City of Warrenton Law Enforcement application and Pre-Employment Questionnaire, which can be found on the city's website.
Salary Information: $5,025.10 to $6,573.79 per month
Benefits Information:
Full Health (Medical, Dental, Vision)
HSA
Vacation, Holiday, Sick, & Personal Leave
Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD
Retirement
Certification Pay
Premiums
Senior Officer Pay
Longevity Pay
Department Overview:
The City of Warrenton was founded in 1899, with the Warrenton Police Department (WPD) established in 1902. WPD is responsible for policing services in Warrenton, Hammond, and Fort Stevens, covering a total area of 19.4 square miles. The department includes a Chief, 2 Sergeants, a Detective, 8 Patrol Officers, a Reserve Police Officer Program, 2 Clerks, and 1 Part-Time Clerk. The WPD is community-oriented, participating in numerous programs and events throughout the year.
City/County/Area Information:
Warrenton is located in the northwest corner of Oregon in Clatsop County, near the mouth of the Columbia River. The city is known for its proximity to historic sites like Fort Stevens Military Base and Fort Clatsop, the winter residence of the Lewis & Clark expedition. With over 6,400 residents and a daily population that can range from 10,000 to 15,000 depending on the season, Warrenton's economy is supported by logging, fishing, tourism, and a large shopping corridor along Hwy 101.
Population: Over 6,400 residents
Job Requirements:
Age: Must be 21 years of age at the time of hire
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
Driver's License: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within one year of hire
College: College credits or a degree preferred but not required
Academy Certification: Lateral candidates must possess an Out-of-State Basic Certificate and be able to obtain an Oregon Basic Police Certificate within 180 days of hire (if the DPSST PCOD Course is available during that time).
Convictions: No felony convictions and no pattern of repeat misdemeanor convictions related to violence, substance abuse, or domestic violence.
Additional Requirements:
Complete the City of Warrenton Job Application and Pre-Employment Questionnaire from the city's website and return the documents to the WPD by the specified deadline. Documents can be dropped off in person or uploaded to your NTN account.
Optional: Candidates may submit a cover letter, resume, and any supporting documents, but these should not replace the required City Application and Questionnaire.
Send all NTN test results to WPD through your NTN account by the specified deadline.
Hiring Process:
Application Period - Submit City application, questionnaire, and optional documents.
Application Review
Applicant Notifications
ORPAT (if needed; laterals do not need to complete)
Oral Board Interviews
Eligibility List Established
Conditional Job Offer(s)
Extensive Background Check
Psychological Assessment, Medical Assessment, and Drug Screen
Possible Chief's Interview and Final Offer(s)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 60,301.00 78,885.00 Per Year
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Part time,