Job Number: 2024-18
Closes: Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 11:59pm
Springfield Police Department
Job Hours: Shift Work
Represented: SPA
Grade: 217
Non-Exempt, Full-time.
Full Benefits including PERS. Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a free, on-site health and wellness center.
Starting at $27.50 per hour, based on qualifications and on the Oregon Pay Equity Act, plus an additional 5% for a Bachelor's Degree and/or 2.5% for intermediate Spanish ability.
Position Overview:
The Community Service Officer supports the duties of the Patrol Bureau operations and the Community Services Unit in the Springfield Police Department. This position responds to non-emergency calls for service such as arranging for the towing of vehicles, retrieving stolen and recovered property, and providing assistance at accident scenes.
This position is non-sworn (i.e. doesn’t attend the Police Academy), but is a great opportunity to learn about the Springfield Police Department and a career in law enforcement. The ideal Community Service Officer candidate will have a passion for serving others and having a positive impact in the community.
For more great information about the City of Springfield Police Department, check this out:
http://www.springfield-or.gov/city/police-department/
Community Service Officer Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or G.E.D.
18 years of age by time of appointment
Valid Oregon Driver's License by time of appointment with a safe driving record
No felony convictions (i.e. the ability to obtain access to the Oregon Law Enforcement Data System)
Refrain from tobacco products while on duty
Ability to pass a background investigation
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Ability to meet physical, medical, and psychological requirements for the position
1 year of experience effectively working with the public (prior law enforcement training or education may substituted)
Preference for bilingual Spanish skill
Preference for those with previous CSO experience
For the complete Community Service Officer job description, please see the City's classifications page:
Microsoft Word - 20160404Community Service Officer - Patrol.docx (springfield-or.gov)
Selection and Interview Process:
Top candidates will be invited to interview, and candidates will be contacted directly with additional information.
All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran’s Preference in Public Employment Law.
Please do not indicate 'See Resume' in the 'Work Experience' part of the application. The information you provide in the application 'Work Experience' and 'Job Duties' will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit.
NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
The City of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply:
Please visit our website at https://www.springfield-or.gov/city/human-resources/careers/ to learn more about this job posting and how to apply.