Police Officer - Entry Level

The Police Department is recruiting for Police Officer Entry Level utilizing the National Testing Network (NTN) and Public Safety Testing (PST) as the first step in the hiring process. (Please see below for NTN and PST directions.) This posting is set to close on Monday, December 28, 2026. Applications will be reviewed approximately every 30 days . NTN or PST testing and the City of Hillsboro application must be completed according to the schedule below: Application Open July 21, 2026 Application Close December 28, 2026 Application review and invitations to an interview will occur after each listed date: August 28, 2026 September 28, 2026 October 26, 2026 November 30, 2026 December 28, 2026 Timeline subject to change based on City needs* General Description of Duties A professional, sworn position that performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including patrol and investigation; apprehension of criminals, preservation of peace and protection of life and property; enforces Federal, State and local laws; practices the principles of Community Policing; does related work as required. The Police Officer position is covered under the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement. Eligible persons who are qualified and interested in applying for the position must follow the selection process instructions listed below . Selection Process City of Hillsboro application and National Testing Network (NTN) or Public Safety Testing (PST) Directions: Step1 - Eligible persons who are qualified and interested in applying for the positions must login and sign-up with the National Testing Network ( www.nationaltestingnetwork.com ) or Public Safety Testing ( www.publicsafetytesting.com ).Select Police Officer/Law Enforcement Officer and sign up for Hillsboro Police Department (Oregon) .NTN or PST testing must be completed and scores released to Hillsboro Police Department by the closing date of Monday, December 28, 2026. You do not need to take both exams. If tested prior to our opening date of July 21, 2026, contact NTN or PST to transfer score to our current process. The City of Hillsboro does not accept exam results from other agencies outside of NTN or PST. Schedule and pass the written exam with the National Testing Network (NTN) or Public Safety Testing (PST). Minimum passing score for NTN is: Video 65%, Writing 70% and Reading 70%. Minimum passing score for PST is: Law Enforcement Written Exam 70% (Test must be completed prior to submitting application). National Testing Network (NTN) help desk: 206-428-3265, 8 am – 5 pm, PST. Public Safety Testing (PST) help desk: 866-447-3911, 8 am – 5 pm, Monday-Saturday. Questions may also be referr