Law Enforcement Officer Position

Oroville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

 

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Oroville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

Last updated on November 20, 2024
PST Partner Agency since September 21, 2015

Vacancy: 1

Testing Deadline: December 13, 2024.

Important Information

The deadline to complete the personal history statement, PST written and physical tests is Friday, December 13th, 2024 at 4:00pm.

Lateral applicants must have successfully graduated from the Washington State Law Enforcement Academy and hold current certification and have a minimum of 24 months of continuous law enforcement experience. Applicants must have been working in a job classification that is the same or similar to the position classification to which they are applying.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have any questions or concerns regarding the disqualifiers, please contact the Oroville City Hall and ask to speak to Emily Finsen.

Community Information

Oroville Washington is located 4 miles south of the Canadian Border on Highway 97. The green pastures and orchards of the valley floor are contrasted with the rugged cliffs and glacial features of the Okanogan country.


There are many available activities in our area including camping, fishing, boating and all kinds of water sports. During the winter months there are opportunities for snow sports of various kinds. In our surrounding area there are hiking, biking and horseback trails, such as the Similkameen Trail, Whistler Canyon Trail and a vast amount of ATV trails. In addition , there are museums to visit, local wineries for wine tasting, and there is a challenging and scenic 18-hole golf course.


Please visit our Chamber of Commerce website at http://www.orovillewashington.com.

Department Information

The mission of the Oroville Police Department is to safeguard life and property, preserve the peace, prevent and detect crime, enforce the laws and city ordinances, and protect the rights of all citizens.  We are committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve issues that impact public safety and safeguarding Constitutional Rights.   Each member is required to accept the responsibility for the achievement of this mission and their commitment to the quality of service.

General duties & Responsibilities:

Under regular supervision, perform police services in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the employing department and in compliance with governing federal, state and local laws.

·          Patrol the City of Oroville (population approx. 1700)

·          Issue citations, make arrests, transport prisoners

·          Enforce City, State and Federal laws

·          Respond to and conduct preliminary investigation of crimes

·          Mutual aid assist other agencies

·          Execute arrest & search warrants

·          Provide emergency assistance, maintain peace and protect those involved


Area Information

County: Okanogan
Population: 1,700
# of Staff: 5

Hiring Status

Oroville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer has 1 vacancy.

The deadline to test for the next hiring cycle is December 13, 2024.

The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST with oral board interviews conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled by Civil Service "rule of three" with the top three candidates forwarded to the appointing authority for background investigation & selection as vacancies occur."
 Number of Current Vacancies: 3 from entry or lateral list.

Salary Information

Wages currently range from $5,269.24 per to $6,361.22 per month after the 61st month following certification. Chief's Position starts at $44.63 per hour D.O.E.

Benefit Information

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Retirement
Longevity Pay
Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays

Oroville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) Yes, required

Your physical ability test must be completed 180 days (~6 months) before or after your passing written exam.

Minimum Age 21
Citizenship US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Yes
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult None.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile None.
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
College Requirement No
Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certification Yes
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We only consider the most recent score
Request/Access Scores On an as-needed basis as vacancies occur

Oroville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Disqualifiers

The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Automatic 1 or more traffic crime convictions in the last 5 years (DWI, Suspended, Reckless, etc.).
Automatic Suspension of driver's license within the past 5 years.
Automatic 3 or more moving violations in the past 5 years.
Automatic 3 or more at-fault accidents in the past 5 years.
Drug Usage
Automatic Illegal drug substance usage or exposure within the past 5 years.
Automatic Illegal use of illegal drugs in the last 5 years.
Automatic Illegal use of ANY controlled substance while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Automatic Illegal opiate use.
Automatic Hallucinogen use within the past 10 years. No more than 2 uses total.
Automatic Illegal use of 3 or more different controlled substances.
Automatic No illegal sale of ANY drug, including marijuana.
Automatic Illegal use of dangerous drugs or narcotics, other than marijuana, for any purpose more than 5 times in a lifetime, and no use within the past 5 years.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Any adult felony conviction.
Automatic Any misdemeanor, or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Potential Adult misdemeanor convictions will be carefully reviewed.
Potential Juvenile felony conviction will be carefully reviewed.
Automatic Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statue.
Automatic Unlawful sexual misconduct.
Employment
Automatic Been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
Automatic Lied during any stage of the hiring process.
Automatic Falsified his or her application, personal history questionnaire, or any other forms during the hiring process.

Contact Information

Oroville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

1308 Ironwood
Oroville, WA 98844 Okanogan County
509-476-2926

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
PAT: Yes, required


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