Lateral Police Officer

The St. Helens Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Lateral Police Officer.  All applicants must be a Peace Officer's Standards and Training (POST) certified police officer currently employed with a law enforcement agency in any state.

Qualifications:  Applicants must be 21 years of age; a United States citizen; a high school graduate (or equivalent), however, college is preferred; possess a valid Oregon driver’s license at the time of appointment; be a Peace Officer's Standards and Training (POST) certified police officer currently employed with a law enforcement agency in any state; and meet department physical ability standards - passing the ORPAT test in five minutes or less.

Salary/Incentives:  The position offers a base wage scale of $4,289 to $5,770 and an excellent benefits package, including financial incentives for education and physical fitness.  The maximum salary with incentives (at step 6) ranges from $6,059 to $6,676.  The City is offering a $13,000 signing bonus (see below) or you may choose the Career Commitment, Residency & Longevity Reward Program (see attached) which can help eligible employees purchase homes within the St. Helens School District boundary (valued at $25,000).  In addition, we will allow you to rollover up to 120 hours of vacation from your previous employer.

Applicants must submit a completed City application, detailed resume and cover letter to be considered for employment. City application forms are available below or you may pick up a packet at City Hall, 265 Strand Street, St. Helens. If you are a veteran and would like veterans preference points, please complete that form as well and attach documentation. The successful candidate will be required to pass an extensive background check.  

The City of St. Helens is an equal opportunity employer.

Application materials should be mailed or hand delivered to:

City of St. Helens
Attn: City Recorder
265 Strand Street
St. Helens, OR  97051

Signing Bonus

The signing bonus would be paid in the following increments:

• $3,000 upon hire
• $5,000 at 12-month anniversary from hire date and completion of probation
• $5,000 at 2-year anniversary