You have come to right place to learn about becoming a Tigard Police Officer. The following
information has been compiled for you which may be helpful when considering employment
with the City of Tigard.
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First, what you may want to know about the community...
Tigard is a city of more than 46,715 residents located immediately southwest of Portland in rapidly
growing Washington County. It is situated in the Tualatin Valley 80 miles east of the Pacific
Ocean and 70 miles west of Mt. Hood and the Oregon Cascades.
Washington County and the
Portland metro-area are nationally recognized as one of the most livable areas in the country.
Often referred to as the "Silicon Forest" for its continuing growth in the area of high
technology, Washington County is home to renowned companies such as Tektronics,
Intel and NEC, as well as world headquarters of Nike, Inc.
As a community, Tigard
strives to manage growth and blend the amenities of a modern city with the friendliness
and spirit of a small town. Located close to Portland, Tigard offers its residents the
best of big city culture and events as well as a wealth of opportunity for activity
and recreation.
The Tigard Police Department is a progressive and professional organization employing 94
personnel with an annual operating budget of $11.6 million dollars.
The Tigard Police Department is committed to a community policing philosophy and works
very closely with the public providing a wide range of programs and information.
There are three divisions within the Police Department, including Operations,
Support Services and Administration. Operations are the uniform and traffic
branch. Administration includes the public information and crime prevention
functions. Support Services consists of records, detectives, property control,
commercial crimes unit, school resource officers, youth services and training.
Regional development has resulted in significant growth in daytime populations
within the City of Tigard. The area is a popular destination as a result of
the Washington Square shopping mall and a host of businesses and other attractions.
Considering the added influx of visitors to the area, the average daytime
population approaches 100,000.
Let's talk about the important things like
compensation...
The base salary range for a Police Officer is $4,091 - $5,097 per month. We offer
incentive pay for intermediate and advanced certification as well as a bilingual
language incentive. Lateral officers are placed by experience in a commensurate salary range.
...and Benefits
The Police Officer position is classified under the Tigard Police Officer's Association.
The City of Tigard offers an excellent benefits package including health care,
offering a choice of Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Kaiser Permanente Health with a
10% employee pre-tax deductible contribution, paid vacation, sick and holiday
pay, 6% PERS pick up and an optional deferred compensation program.
...and Incentive Pay
The City of Tigard offers pay incentives for education and advanced certification for
eligible police officers. Incentive premiums and education requirements are as follows:
| Premium |
DPSST Certification |
Educational Achievement |
| 2.5 % |
Intermediate
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A.A. /A.S. or equiv. hour |
| 5 % |
Intermediate
Advanced |
A.A. /A.S. or equiv. hour
-- |
| 7.5 % |
Advanced |
A.A. /A.S. or equiv. hour |
There is also opportunity for premium pay relating to special assignments
within the Tigard Police Department. The following
special assignments are included:
- Motorcycle - 5%
- K-9 - 5%
- Detectives - 5%
- Narcotics - 5%
- TNT - 3 - 5%
- SRO - 3 - 5%
- Gang Enforcement - 2.5%
- Transit Police (PPB) - 2.5%
There is also a bilingual incentive for employees that meet
standards acceptable to the City.
Great. You are still with us. But wait; there are some important items you need to
consider which may affect your ability to be hired. Read on...
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must possess or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Oregon Driver's License, and be able to meet all Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Police Officer standards.
- Must pass DPSST certified entry level written exam (75% or better)
- Must pass DPSST ORPAT physical agility test
- Must possess a DPSST Basic Police Officer certification within one year of hire
- Must be able to read and write the English language
Education, Experience & Special Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Prefer a college degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, or a related field
- Prefer bilingual in English and Spanish
- Possess the ability to learn and apply laws, statutes, regulations, ordinances and procedures
- Possess the ability to prepare accurate, concise, informative and grammatically correct reports
- Possess the ability to understand and act upon complex oral and written instructions
- Possess the ability to deal courteously and firmly with the public, other agencies and all levels of City staff.
Glad you're still with us. It's not that we want to discourage you; however there are
numerous factors which may disqualify you. After all, we demand the best candidates.
Take a closer look at the following.
Disqualifications
- If you have been convicted of a DUII (drunk driving) within the past 3 years or have two or more DUII convictions. A diversion or similar action is the same as a conviction.
- You have been convicted of domestic violence.
- You have been convicted of a felony.
- You have been convicted of a crime involving controlled substances.
- You have a dishonorable discharge from the armed services.
Also, there are some general requirements which should be considered before applying.
Generally, you are not likely to be hired as a police officer if your driving record
shows a pattern of unsafe or irresponsible traffic violations; your personal life
illustrates a history of poor judgment including problematic credit or fiscal
responsibility; or information obtained about you reveals elements of dishonesty,
criminal aspects or recent involvement with illegal substances.
Do you still feel you have what it takes to become one of the best with the
Tigard Police? If so, take the following steps to begin your career with us.
First... Review the Police Officer Job Classification Here
Second... a City of Tigard job application can be downloaded here
or you can contact us at:
Tigard Police Department
13125 SW Hall Blvd.
Tigard, OR 97223
Phone: 503-718-2565
Important Note: Applications are only accepted when
vacant positions are advertised through
the City's Human Resouces Division.
A City of Tigard application must be completed and submitted to the Human Resources
Department. Once it is determined that a candidate has met the minimum job
requirements they will move onto the following:
- DPSST certified Written Test (pass with 75% or better)
- Key boarding test
- Physical Agility Test - ORPAT
- Oral Board (Top candidates)
- Background Investigation - Candidate history must include an extraordinary level of integrity and honesty
- Interview with the Chief of Police
- Psychological Test
- Medical Examination
- Drug Test
Once hired, you may be interested to know you will have ample opportunity for growth and
advancement. Here's an idea of how your career with the Tigard Police can move forward.
The Tigard Police Department provides a variety of career possibilities for Police Officers
in special assignment positions including K-9, Motorcycle, Gang Enforcement, Drug
Investigations, Detectives, Transit Enforcement, School Resource Officers, Gang
Resistance Education (GREAT), Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE),
TNT (Tactical Negotiations Team), and Commercial Crimes Unit.
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