HPD Officer Recruitment

ABOUT:

The Hillsboro Police Department actively seeks individuals interested in becoming Hillsboro Police Patrol Officer in patrol vehicle. a part of an organization with a rich history and innovative future. Serving a diverse community, we want self-motivated people seeking a career like no other.

Policing can be a very rewarding profession that provides you with opportunities to make a difference in the community, to know the citizens you serve and to proactively enforce the law. It is more than a job - it is a unique profession filled with opportunities and excitement. Our specialty assignments include: Youth Services, Investigations, Street Crimes, Motorcycle/Traffic team, Tactical/Hostage Negotiation teams, Field Training Officer, Canine Unit, Crisis Intervention team, and Interagency Teams for Narcotics, Gangs and Transit.

Located in the heart of Oregon's silicon forest, surrounded by Intel corporate campuses, Genentech, SolarWorld and other emerging high tech businesses, Hillsboro strives to be an innovative leader in law enforcement. We work hard to serve those who live here as well as those who come and go.

Hillsboro is located 20 minutes from downtown Portland with easy access to MAX light rail and an hour from recreational activities at the Oregon Coast and Mt. Hood. Hillsboro is also home to a Class A Minor League baseball team, the Hillsboro Hops.

 

 
OFFICER ELIGIBILITY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
  • High School Diploma (college experience is preferred)
  • US Citizen
  • At least 21 years old
  • No felony convictions
  • Safe driving record
  • Good physical and mental health
  • Complete the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards & Training Academy within 12 months of hire
 
BENEFITS:
  • PERS retirement
  • Medical and dental plans
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Bilingual incentive pay
  • Incentive pay for intermediate/advanced certifications
 
OFFICER RECRUITMENT:

HPD officer recruitments are held at various times of the year. To be notified of HPD law enforcement job openings click here to fill out a job interest form.

For more info on Police Officer testing, please use this link: Testing Information.

 
MILITARY VETERANS

Military Veterans are welcome and encouraged to apply. HPD is certified by the Veteran’s Administration (VA) through the Bureau of Labor & Industries as an OJT site for both full time and reserve military veterans.

The program works like the VA’s college plan and provides additional funding for recruits while they attend the academy and go through FTEP. The funding amount varies and is based on a VA calculated formula. HPD will complete and submit the program paperwork on behalf of the employee and all funding is sent directly to the employee from the VA.

 

CONTACT US:

Phone: 503-681-6140

For additional information or assistance you may also contact the HPD Recruiter, Cindy Naylor.

 
Hillsboro Police • 250 SE 10th AVE • Hillsboro OR 97123 • (503) 681-6190 • Email

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