Police Officer

Job Description

Police Officer | Eugene Police Department (EPD)

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Eugene Police Department (EPD), located in Eugene, OR. EPD is a progressive, professional law-enforcement agency that serves the city of Eugene, Oregon. In fulfillment of the public trust, the Eugene Police Department works in partnership with our community to promote safety and security, enforce laws, prevent crimes, and safeguard the constitutional rights of all people. This role is crucial for maintaining public safety and building community trust.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time, Shift-based
• Location: Eugene, OR
• Pay: $78187.2–$99673.6 yearly
• Team: Patrol Team, represented by Eugene Police Employees’ Association (EPEA)
• Mission: This role safeguards constitutional rights, promotes safety, and enforces laws by responding to incidents and engaging in community policing.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Incident Response: Serve as a first responder to a variety of incidents.
• Community Engagement: Act as a direct link between the department and the public, performing preventative community policing.
• Law Enforcement: Enforce laws and ordinances, including making arrests.
• Investigation & Documentation: Respond to, investigate, and preserve evidence at incident scenes, summarizing events in report format.
• Patrol & Assessment: Patrol assigned areas and assess appropriate actions to incidents.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High school diploma or GED required. Must be at least 21 years of age by September 1, 2026. Applicants must have no felony convictions and no Class A Misdemeanor convictions within 24 months of application. This role requires meeting all State requirements for basic law enforcement officer certification by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), including specific vision and hearing standards. Successful candidates must also pass a physical assessment, a drug test, and specific DPSST-mandated drug, hearing, and visual acuity tests. A valid Oregon driver’s license is required by the date of hire, along with a clean driving record that meets City standards, and CPR certification within twelve months of appointment. Employment is contingent upon passing a comprehensive police background investigation.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of combined work experience, college coursework, or military experience is required for this entry-level police officer position.
• Skills: Ability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and respond for duty within 45 minutes of notification. Proficient in law enforcement duties such as incident response, investigation, evidence preservation, and report writing. Strong communication and community engagement skills for preventative policing. Adherence to department policies, including refraining from tobacco use on duty, and maintaining a residence within 45 minutes of Eugene, OR.
• Bonus: Fluency in a language other than English, with preference for Spanish or Sign Language.