HONOR – INTEGRITY – EXCELLENCE
Jointhe Hood River Police Department
Application Deadline: 04/29/2025
Salary Range: $5,313./month – $6,241./ month DOQ
COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER – HOOD RIVER, OR – The City of Hood River is located in the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area. Hood River’s permanent population is 8,250 but swells to over 20,000 on summer weekends.
The Community Service Officer position is represented by the Hood River Police Association. The City of Hood River Community Services Officer performs a wide range of duties in code enforcement, evidence administration, tech support, and parking enforcement. This position is unarmed and non-sworn position.
Excellent benefit package offered; Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, City pays 90% of Health Insurance Premium, City VEBA contributions, vacation, and paid leave/Holiday accruals. Bilingual pay 5% of base wage.
Qualifications:
A high school diploma or equivalent, plus three years of experience in a related field. An associate’s degree in political science, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field is preferred. Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Candidates for the position must pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain a valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license, CPR, first aid certifications, and must have the ability to obtain and maintain CJIS certification.
To apply:
Applications and a full position description may be obtained at https://cityofhoodriver.gov/employment-opportunities/ or in person at the City of Hood River – City Hall, 211 Second Street, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Applications may be hand-delivered, mailed to the City of Hood River, Attention: Human Resources Manager, or emailed to s.galvez@cityofhoodriver.gov.
The City of Hood River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
