This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for Monday, March 17th.
Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application
on or before Sunday, March 16th, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.
Join the Medford Police Department as a Community Engagement Officer and make a difference!
As a Community Service Officer dedicated to Community Engagement, you'll coordinate and provide direction to our volunteer staff, acting as the pivotal link between the police department and groups like Neighborhood Watch.
This role is dynamic and highly visible to the community, assisting with city sponsored events and the organization and planning of Medford Police Department outreach events. You'll be involved in public speaking, educating the community on police-related issues, and building strong relationships with various community partners. In addition, you’ll respond to complaints and facilitate problem-solving techniques on safety and livability related issues making a significant impact in enhancing community life. Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!
Minimum qualifications for this position include:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Be 18 years of age by date of hire with no felony convictions; and
- Have a valid driver's license by date of hire; and
- Successfully passes a comprehensive background investigation.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in public speaking and presenting.
- Knowledge of the concepts and principles of Law Enforcement and the Criminal Justice System.
Available schedules:
- Monday - Friday, 8 hours/day; or
- 4 - 10 hour/days
Compensation & Information on Benefits:
This position is part of the MPOA employee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $28.34 (first step) to $29.77 or $31.25 (second or third step). Directly related experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Potential Pay Differentials:
- English/Spanish bilingual proficiency 4.5%
- College credits up to 10% for a bachelor’s degree
Note: Additional details related to specialty pay or benefits can be found in the MPOA labor agreement.
Healthcare Benefits Provided by the City at NO Cost to Employees:
- Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family.
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance with a policy value of $50,000.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions.
Retirement Benefits:
- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee.
- PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions.
- Opportunity to contribute into a deferred compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for retirement planning.
Additional Benefits:
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually.
- Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7.
