Reserve Police Officer

The St. Helens Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Reserve Police Officer.  Reserve Police Officers volunteer their time and are not paid employees.

Qualifications:  Applicants must be 21 years of age; a United States citizen; a high school graduate (or equivalent), however, college is preferred; possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license at the time of appointment.  Applicants must be able to complete a written test, oral board interview, detailed background investigation, psychological/medical evaluation, and must meet department physical ability standards.

Applicants must be available to test on Saturday, September 10 at St. Helens City Hall.  Applicants who pass the test will be invited to an oral board interview later that same day.  If you advance, you must be able to complete an intensive Reserve Police Officer Academy held in Clackamas County.  The academy is held every Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on some Saturdays from September 20 through February 2017.

Applicants must submit a completed City application, cover letter and a detailed resume to be considered for employment.  City application forms are available at City Hall, 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, or you may click on the file below.  If you are a veteran and would like veteran preference points, please complete that form also.

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