Portland Police Bureau Recruiting

Portland Police Bureau Recruiting To serve Portland, you must be the best of Portland! The vision statement for the Bureau was adopted as a definition for community policing in 1989.

Salary: $84k - $120k + $5k Bonus
Relocation Reimbursement up to $10K
Pay Incentives & Overtime Opportunities
In 2025, the average top step officer made $165k The vision statement is a reflection of an ideal the Bureau and community strive for:

Community policing recognizes a shared responsibility and connection between the police and community in making Portland a safer, more livable city. Commu

nity policing encourages a problem solving partnership between citizens and police. This partnership jointly identifies community safety issues, determines resources, and applies innovative strategies designed to create and sustain healthy, vital neighborhoods.

06/19/2026

Join us in welcoming 16 new officers, three commanders, and one assistant chief to the Portland Police Bureau.

Ceremonies like this are a reminder of what policing is really about: service. Every person raising their right hand made the decision to take on a profession built on responsibility, sacrifice, and a commitment to others.

The officers joining our ranks were carefully selected and now begin the next chapter of their careers serving the people of Portland.

Keeping Portland safe isn’t something we do alone. It takes people who are willing to step forward, answer the call, and serve their community with integrity and professionalism.

To our newest officers and leaders: congratulations and welcome to the team. We are proud to have you with us and look forward to the impact you’ll make in the years ahead.

If you’ve ever considered a career in public service, we’re hiring. Join us as we work to keep Portland safe and help Portland be Portland.

JoinPortlandPolice.com

Goal Achieved!Our Personnel Division met its hiring goal for the fiscal year! The target was to hire 7 officers a month...
06/18/2026

Goal Achieved!

Our Personnel Division met its hiring goal for the fiscal year! The target was to hire 7 officers a month, 21 officers a quarter, 84 officers a year. 16 police officers were sworn in this morning, bringing the total to 84 officers hired during this 12-month period!

Pictured are the 16 newly sworn officers with the dedicated members of Personnel. Congratulations to all!

We are still hiring, come meet us!

Reach out to our Recruitment Unit or simply go straight to our application and apply. If you are fit to serve you could be receiving your badge around the holidays!

To Serve Portland, You Must Be The Best Of Portland

💰Starting Salary $84k + $5k bonus
💰Lateral Salary $95k - $120k
💰Average top step officer made $165k in 2025

🔥All equipment provided 👮‍♂️
🔥Self initiated activity encouraged 🚨
🔥Four 10 hour shifts a week ⏱️
🔥40+ side quest specialty assignments 🕵️
🔥Paid workout time every shift 💪

🌲Relocate to the PNW and we will reimburse up to $10k in moving costs 🚚

🌆 PPB helps Portland be Portland 🐦

‼️Apply right now‼️

This is a sworn law enforcement position with an emphasis on transforming the dynamic between the police & the community, reducing crime & the fear of crime and organizational growth & development.

To Serve Portland, You Must Be The Best Of Portland💰Starting Salary $84k + $5k bonus💰Lateral Salary $95k - $120k💰Average...
06/15/2026

To Serve Portland, You Must Be The Best Of Portland

💰Starting Salary $84k + $5k bonus
💰Lateral Salary $95k - $120k
💰Average top step officer made $165k in 2025

🔥All equipment provided 👮‍♂️
🔥Self initiated activity encouraged 🚨
🔥Four 10 hour shifts a week ⏱️
🔥40+ side quest specialty assignments 🕵️
🔥Paid workout time every shift 💪

🌲Relocate to the PNW and we will reimburse up to $10k in moving costs 🚚

🌆 PPB helps Portland be Portland 🐦

‼️Apply right now at Joinportlandpolice.com‼️

This is a sworn law enforcement position with an emphasis on transforming the dynamic between the police & the community, reducing crime & the fear of crime and organizational growth & development.

The Recruitment Unit is serving as panelists for PPB’s hiring interviews today. Numerous individuals are sharing their ...
06/11/2026

The Recruitment Unit is serving as panelists for PPB’s hiring interviews today. Numerous individuals are sharing their experiences and visions for policing in Portland. If the candidate is successful, they could be receiving their badge in August.

Want to be an official PPB candidate? Apply today!

To Serve Portland, You Must Be The Best Of Portland

💰Starting Salary $84k + $5k bonus
💰Lateral Salary $95k - $120k
💰Average top step officer made $165k in 2025

🔥All equipment provided 👮‍♂️
🔥Self initiated activity encouraged 🚨
🔥Four 10 hour shifts a week ⏱️
🔥40+ side quest specialty assignments 🕵️
🔥Paid workout time every shift 💪

🌲Relocate to the PNW and we will reimburse up to $10k in moving costs 🚚

🌆 PPB helps Portland be Portland 🐦

‼️Apply right now at Joinportlandpolice.com‼️

This is a sworn law enforcement position with an emphasis on transforming the dynamic between the police & the community, reducing crime & the fear of crime and organizational growth & development.

To serve Portland, you must be the best of Portland!The next Portland Police Bureau hiring workshop is Saturday, July 11...
06/11/2026

To serve Portland, you must be the best of Portland!

The next Portland Police Bureau hiring workshop is Saturday, July 11th! Get signed up now at www.joinportlandpolice.com!

Learn the hiring process, get a chance to run the ORPAT, and talk to background investigators and recruiters in person!

Get a head start to your new career and join the best. We hope to see you there!

To Serve Portland, You Must Be The Best Of Portland💰Starting Salary $84k + $5k bonus💰Lateral Salary $95k - $120k💰Average...
06/08/2026

To Serve Portland, You Must Be The Best Of Portland

💰Starting Salary $84k + $5k bonus
💰Lateral Salary $95k - $120k
💰Average top step officer made $165k in 2025

🔥All equipment provided 👮‍♂️
🔥Self initiated activity encouraged 🚨
🔥Four 10 hour shifts a week ⏱️
🔥40+ side quest specialty assignments 🕵️
🔥Paid workout time every shift 💪

🌲Relocate to the PNW and we will reimburse up to $10k in moving costs 🚚

🌆 PPB helps Portland be Portland 🐦

‼️Apply right now at Joinportlandpolice.com‼️

This is a sworn law enforcement position with an emphasis on transforming the dynamic between the police & the community, reducing crime & the fear of crime and organizational growth & development.

Another great turnout at our June Hiring Workshop! 🔥👍It was inspiring to see so many motivated individuals take the firs...
06/06/2026

Another great turnout at our June Hiring Workshop! 🔥👍

It was inspiring to see so many motivated individuals take the first step toward a career dedicated to service, leadership, and making a difference in our community. Every great career starts with a single decision—and for many attendees, that journey has already begun.

If you’ve ever considered a career where you can positively impact lives, build meaningful relationships, and be part of something bigger than yourself, now is the time! 🚨

📅 Our next Hiring Workshop is Saturday, July 11th.

Learn about the hiring process, meet recruiters, ask questions, and discover what it takes to become a Portland Police Officer. 🚔

🔗 Sign up today: https://www.joinportlandpolice.com/workshops

To serve Portland, you must be the best of Portland!

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