Incorporated in 1889, the City of Woodburn is a full-service municipality, excluding fire services, and operates under a Council-Administrator form of government. Woodburn is a community rich in history, tradition and diversity. With a blend of Anglo, Hispanic and Russian cultures, Woodburn celebrates its diversity as one of Oregon’s fastest growing communities with a population approaching 30,000.

The Woodburn Police Department is responsible for providing law enforcement coverage 24 hours per day, seven days a week, and includes patrol, school resource, community response, traffic, investigation, enforcement for drug and criminal organizations, evidence processing and storage, police records management and police administrative services. Woodburn is divided into three Police Districts with one patrol officer assigned to each district per shift.

Working under the supervision of the City Administrator, the Police Chief plans, administers and directs the functions, activities and operations of the Police Department. The Chief monitors department performance and effectiveness and formulates programs and/or policies to improve procedures. The Police Chief directly supervises Deputy Police Chief, Police Lieutenants and the Executive/Legal Assistant, with indirect supervision provided to Sergeants, Support Services Division staff, Police Officers, Community Services Officers and Municipal Court Bailiffs.

Duties include:

Provide for the selection, training, professional development and work evaluation of department staff; authorize discipline as required; provide policy guidance and interpretation to staff; ensure that laws, ordinances and policies are consistently enforced; develop policies and procedures for the department in order to implement directives from the City Council or City Administrator; prepare Department budget; administer budget and monitor expenditures to stay within established budgetary constraints; participate in contract negotiations as required; administer labor contracts with represented employees; ensure that evaluations of evidence, witnesses and suspects in criminal investigation cases are done to correlate all aspects and to assess for similarities or associations with other cases; prepare reports and make presentations to City Council and citizen groups related to departmental activities and projects; direct the investigation of major crimes in coordination with other agencies; assist the City Attorney and District Attorney; prepare, recommend and implement strategic plans to meet the City's current and long-range needs; work closely with the City Administrator, the City Council, other city departments, a variety of public and private organizations and citizen groups in developing programs and implementing projects to maximize police service; prioritize and allocate available resources; review and evaluate program and service delivery, make recommendations for improvement and ensure maximum effective service provision.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law Enforcement or related degree. Minimum of eight (8) years of law enforcement experience, including a minimum of four (4) years at a mid-management level (Lieutenant and above), preferably at a similar sized municipality required. Bilingual in Spanish/English highly desired.

Other Requirements

• Valid Oregon class C driver's license and the ability to meet the City of Woodburn's driving standards
• Executive Certificate from Oregon DPSST (Must be obtained within 6 months of hire) - http://www.oregon.gov/dpsst/SC/Pages/SupMngExecCertification.aspx
• Must pass the pre-employment drug test
• Must pass the pre-employment background check
• Successfully pass a post-offer medical and psychological examination

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a commitment to community-oriented policing, and the ability to work effectively in a diverse environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on public safety and community relations in Woodburn.

Selection Plan

All applications will be reviewed against criteria specified in the posting and class specifications. Best qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. All applicants will be notified by email of their status. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered for review.

Applicants who successfully complete the selection process will, after a conditional job offer, go through an extensive background investigation, credit check, medical and psychological assessment and drug testing. City of Woodburn is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

How to Apply

Please complete your application and attach your resume and a cover letter. Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification and submit all the required documents prior to job closing.

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Woodburn grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.

City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply

For AFSCME benefits:

https://www.intranet.woodburn-or.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/12362/afscme_benefit_summary.pdf

For WPA benefits:

https://www.intranet.woodburn-or.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/12363/wpa_benefit_summary.pdf

For Unrepresented benefits:

https://www.intranet.woodburn-or.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/12363/non-rep_benefit_summary_.pdf