Photo Red Light/Speed On Green Special Investigator

Job Summary

The City of Salem's Police Department (SPD) is hiring!

The City of Salem’s Police Department has a job opportunity for the photo red light / speed on green Special Investigator position.

The Photo Red Light / Speed on Green position processes photo red light and/or speed on green traffic violations and issues citations when appropriate. This position is specifically for photo red light only while on duty acting in an official capacity. No police, citation or arrest powers exist outside the afore mentioned duties.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Employee wellness program.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Free secured parking
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Competitive pay.
• Flexible schedule
• Hybrid/remote work option

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Able to obtain Salem Police Reserve Officer status within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
• Must pass criminal background check necessary to obtain Criminal Justice Information System clearance and Law Enforcement Data System certification within 30 days of hire (clearance must be maintained throughout employment).
• Must have an Oregon Driver license and meet the City of Salem's driving standards.
• Must pass the police background check and drug test (including marijuana).
• Must be an honorably retired or retired in good standing Police Officer, Enforcement Deputy Sheriff, or State Trooper. If retired from the City of Salem, must have been retired more than 90 days by the new date of hire, or candidate is a current officer or officer who has separated from their previous agency in good standing. Officer is defined as Police Officer, Enforcement Deputy Sheriff, or State Trooper or other previously sworn certified Law Enforcement Officer.

Where can I find out more about the position?

Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Special Investigator or view by clicking here .

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About Us

The Salem Police Department is the 4th largest agency in the State of Oregon. We are a full-service department to include many special teams. Our new facility is a 104,000 square foot building with many amenities for employees to include an indoor/outdoor breakroom, and a work-out room/locker room.

The City of Salem is the second largest City in the State of Oregon. Located in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the capital city of Oregon with a population over 170,000. Centrally located, Salem is 47 miles south of Portland and an hour from the Cascade Mountains to the east and an hour from the ocean beaches to the west. Salem is an exceptional community for living and working with exciting new and comfortable well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings.

A Full-service City, Salem Has Eight Primary Departments

Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community and Urban Development Department. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City has five labor unions and employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members.

The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department.

How can I apply?

The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.

To apply, click on the green “Apply” button to complete your application. Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification and complete the application.

Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.

EEO/Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.