Police Officer

About us

RAINIER POLICE DEPARTMENT is a small business in Rainier, OR. Our goal is to CORE VALUES: RESPECT - We recognize the authority we hold and will treat others as we would like to be treated. We will faithfully and without bias honor our obligations to the community. INTEGRITY - We commit ourselves to elevated standards of trust, responsibility, and discipline while promoting justice in a fair and impartial manner. PROFESSIONALISM - As a professional organization we are guided by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics" which holds us to the highest standards of personal and organizational excellence. EXCELLENCE - The never-ending search for improvement leads to excellence. We aim for excellence in everything we do..

Duties:

- Enforce laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and order
- Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and respond to calls for service
- Conduct investigations, gather evidence, and make arrests as necessary
- Provide assistance and support to victims of crime or accidents
- Write detailed reports documenting incidents and actions taken
- Serve as a visible presence in the community, building positive relationships with residents
- Conduct traffic stops and issue citations for traffic violations
- Respond to emergencies and provide first aid or other necessary assistance
- Assist with crowd control at public events or demonstrations

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, including criminal history check and drug screening
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
- Physical fitness and stamina to perform the duties of the job, including running, lifting, and restraining individuals if necessary

Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience and rank within the department
- Health insurance coverage for employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the department.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,630.00 - $5,909.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Military: 1 year (Preferred)
• Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Rainier, OR (Required)

Work Location: In person