Police Officer

Salary: $65,270.40 – $94,848.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? The City of Florence Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Police Officers. As a Police Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring public safety and maintaining order in the beautiful city of Florence, Oregon.

Essential Functions:

• Ensuring public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing laws, and promoting community relations.
• Conducting thorough investigations, preserving crime scenes, and preparing detailed reports to uphold the law.
• Engaging with the community, explaining laws and procedures, and representing the City with professionalism and respect.
• Operating police vehicles, patrolling city streets, and responding effectively to various incidents.

Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Experience: A combination of education and training demonstrating the necessary knowledge and skills.
• Age Requirement: At least 21 years old at the time of appointment.
• Citizenship: Must possess or be able to obtain US citizenship per OAR 259-008-0010.
• Physical Ability: Meet physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties, including running, climbing, and lifting.

Preferred Requirements:

• Language Skills: Bi-lingual ability in Spanish and English.
• Education: Higher-level educational degree.