Police Officer - Entry Level - City of Hillsboro
Hillsboro, OR
About the Job
The Police Department is recruiting for Police Officer Entry Level utilizing the National Testing Network (NTN) as the first step in the hiring process. (Please see below for NTN directions.) NTN testing and the City of Hillsboro application must be completed by Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 11:59 pm.
General Description of Duties
A professional, sworn position that performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including patrol and investigation; apprehension of criminals, preservation of peace and protection of life and property; enforces Federal, State and local laws; practices the principles of Community Policing; does related work as required. The Police Officer position is covered under the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement.
Eligible persons who are qualified and interested in applying for the position must follow the selection process instructions listed below.
Selection Process
City of Hillsboro application and National Testing Network Directions:
Step 1 - Eligible persons who are qualified and interested in applying for the positions must login and sign-up with the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. Select Police Officer and sign up for City of Hillsboro Police Department. NTN testing must be completed and scores released to Hillsboro Police Department by the closing date of Sunday, July 28, 2024. If tested prior to our opening date of June 17, 2024, contact NTN to transfer score to our current process.
Schedule and pass the written exam with the National Testing Network. Minimum passing score for NTN is: Video 65%, Writing 70% and Reading 70%. (Test must be completed prior to submitting application). National Testing Network (NTN) help desk: 206-428-3265, 8 am – 5 pm, PST. Questions may also be referred to Cindy Tucker at cindy.tucker@hillsboro-oregon.gov.
Step 2 – The City of Hillsboro/Hillsboro Police Department will review the applications of those who have successfully passed NTN and supplied a completed City of Hillsboro Application which includes a cover letter and resume. Applications will be evaluated based on minimum and required work experience, training and skills presented in the employment application.
Step 3 - Applicants who successfully pass the application review phase will be invited to participate in the Oregon Physical Agility Test (ORPAT). If an applicant has taken ORPAT and passed within 12 months of July 28, 2024 you will not need to retest. Prior ORPAT scores may be attached to your application.
Step 4 - Selected applicants will be invited to participate in other stages of the selection process including oral board interview, extensive background investigation, and Executive Staff interview. All applicants will be notified in writing of the final status of their application.
Step 5 – Any applicant who receives a conditional offer of employment will be subject to passing a pre-employment physical, drug screen and psychological evaluation.