Become a Police Officer
See yourself with the Corvallis Police Department
CPD is hiring » Apply now
Imagine raising a family in a thriving city that ranks high in livability — and working in a force where community policing is a priority.
Come advance your law enforcement career at the only meritorious CALEA-accredited agency in the state of Oregon. See yourself with the Corvallis Police Department.
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Requirements to become a Corvallis Police Officer
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At least 21 years of age at time of hire
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Possess a High School Diploma or GED (60 semester/90 quarter hours accredited college preferred)
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Ability to pass a background investigation
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Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
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Must be a US Citizen within 18 months of date of hire
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Ability to meet physical, medical and psychological requirements for the position (see Oregon Administrative Rule 259-008-0010 Minimum Standards for Employment as a Law Enforcement Officer: www.oregon.gov/DPSST)
Salary and benefits
The starting salary for an entry level recruit police officer is:
- $37.31 hourly
- $6,468 a month
- $77,620 annually
There are six steps in the police officer classification. The salary at the top step* of this classification is:
- $47.62 hourly
- $8,255 a month
- $99,066 annually
*does not include additional incentives
Lateral Police Officers: The Chief of Police has the discretion to start Lateral Officers at a higher pay step consistent with years of experience. Lateral Officers may be credited with up-front sick leave and vacation banks. Additionally Lateral Officers may serve a shorter probationary period at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
Are there any salary incentives I can earn?
The City of Corvallis Police Department offers several different incentives to Police Officers:
Certification from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST):
Intermediate Certification: 3% addition to base salary
Advanced Certification: 5% addition to base salary
Physical Fitness: Annual physical fitness testing is offered. Officers who pass the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) will earn a 2% addition to base salary.
Bilingual: A 5% increase to base salary can be earned by those officers who demonstrate proficiency in a second language. Proficiency is demonstrated through annual testing.
Specialty Assignments: Certain assignments have incentive increases on base salary. Community Livability Officer, Motors, Training Officer and Detectives have a 5% increase and K9 Officers have a 10% increase to base salary.
The City of Corvallis offers an excellent benefits package
Opportunities for advancement and special assignments
- Patrol K9 Programs
- Major Crimes Team
- Street Crimes Unit
- Detective Unit
- Police Training Officer (PTO)
- Deputy Medical Examiner
- Motorcycle Traffic Officer
- Bicycle Patrol
- OSU Greek Liaison Program
- Training Officer
- Community Livability Unit
- Drug Recognition Expert
The hiring process
The recruitment process for the police officer position will take approximately 6 months to complete. You must pass each step in order to continue in the process. Prior applicants are eligible to reapply.
- Complete the job application
- Complete speed interviews
- Interview with the hiring board
- Final Interview with the Captain and Chief of Police
- Complete the Next Generation Law Enforcement test
- Comprehensive Background Investigation
- Receive a conditional job offer contingent on passing medical/psychological exams
- Receive a final offer
Note: This is an estimated timeline and may vary between applicants and processes. The City of Corvallis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer in compliance with INRA and ADA.
