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Entry level state jobs are positions within state government agencies that typically require minimal prior professional experience. These roles are designed for recent graduates or individuals new to the workforce, offering training and opportunities for career advancement. Common examples include administrative assistants, customer service representatives, and clerical workers. Entry level state jobs often provide stable employment, benefits, and a pathway to higher positions within the public sector.

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Entry-level State employees often handle essential administrative or support tasks such as data entry, customer service, processing applications, or assisting with basic research. These responsibilities are crucial for maintaining smooth operations and ensuring that public services are delivered efficiently. By supporting senior staff and working collaboratively with other team members, entry-level employees help drive the agency's mission while gaining valuable exposure to government processes and protocols.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level State job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,537 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Oregon State Police Recruit Trooper - Lateral and Entry Level

State of Oregon

Salem, OR • On-site

$6.4K - $9.0K/mo

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

State Of Oregon rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 50 rated states

Job description

Initial Posting Date:
07/31/2026
Application Deadline:
08/31/2026
Agency:
Oregon State Department of Police
Salary Range:
$6,422 - $9,035
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Oregon State Police Recruit Trooper - Lateral and Entry Level
Job Description:
The Oregon State Police is hiring for multiple Full-Time, Permanent OSP Trooper positions for coastal offices.
Summary of Job Duties
Are you looking to advance your skills in a variety of specialties? Oregon State Police is committed to developing top talent throughout the state. Supporting new career paths and established professional journeys, our agency seeks motivated and trustworthy individuals dedicated to upholding the vision and mission of the Oregon State Police.
Oregon's geographic diversity calls for a wide variety of duty assignments. From rural counties to metropolitan freeways, Troopers are trained to do it all. OSP Troopers provide a wide variety of public safety services and may find themselves conducting enforcement not only in our standard police cruisers but also by pickup, ATV, snowmobile, horseback, an assortment of watercraft, from white water rafts to ocean-going craft and even aircraft.
The Oregon State Police is actively recruiting Recruit Troopers to fill openings across multiple locations throughout the state. Successful candidates will be assigned a duty station in Oregon upon receiving a conditional job offer. Hiring will be limited to the following locations: Astoria, Tillamook, Newport, Florence, Coos Bay, and Gold Beach or other office to be determined at the time of hire based on operational need. Gold Beach is a critical fill location and would offer a relocation reimbursement.
The hiring process for Recruits is extensive. The time from application to appointment can exceed several months. Our Sworn Recruiters are available to answer questions and provide resources to prepare you for this process. Read and review all 7 steps of the process and become familiar with the different tests and systems you'll need to access before you begin. You can find all the steps and contact information for OSP recruiters outlined here. https://www.oregon.gov/osp/jobs/Pages/Recruitment.aspx
Eligibility Requirements:
  • Be a United States Citizen by birth or Naturalized United States Citizen -OR- able to attain citizenship within 18 months of hire ***OAR 259-008-0019 - 1 Citizenship (a) (b)
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent*
  • Applicants must be 21 years old on the first day of employment per OAR 259-008-0010
  • Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
  • Meet all applicable medical and physical requirements, AND;
  • Pass all applicable background, credit, and criminal history checks
  • Be in good health and of good moral character: moral character is defined as possessing the attributes of empathy, courage, fortitude, honesty, loyalty, and additional virtues deemed to be morally good
  • Must work at assigned duty station for 2 years once solo status is reached

Preferred Skills:
  • General knowledge and ability to interpret and apply Oregon Revised Statue (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills that can de-escalate a situation, end an attempted assault and maintain mental and emotional safety.
  • Ability to apply critical thinking and decision-making skills in stressful situations where timely resolution is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and maintain composure in a position highly subject to public scrutiny.
  • Demonstrated integrity and ethics along with responsibility and accountability in all professional and personal interactions.

Selection Process:
  • Step 1 - Complete an online job application through Workday
  • Step 2 - Entry Level Testing
  • Step 3 - Command Interviews
  • Step 4 - Background Investigation
  • Step 5 - Conditional Job Offer
  • Step 6 - Medical Screen and Psychological Evaluation
  • Step 7 - Official Job Offer

You can find all the steps and contact information for OSP Recruiters here: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/jobs/Pages/Recruitment.aspx
How to Apply:
  • In Workday, follow the "Apply" process and complete the online application.
  • Complete any additional questionnaires to ensure your application is complete.
  • After applying in Workday, you must register and attend Step 2 - Entry Level Testing
  • If you choose to submit any documents, please submit them in either MS Word or PDF format. We will not open other types of documents.

Helpful Links & Resources:
  • Learn more about OSP here. View our recruitment video here.
  • Background screening information can be found here.
  • OSP does not offer Visa Sponsorship. To view information on work authorization and find out about acceptable documents, click here.
  • Pay Equity Information & Resources, click here.
  • OSP DEI Action Plan, click here.

Eligible Veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources, or call Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. NOTE: If requesting Veterans' preference, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

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Not a traditional company, the State of Oregon is a governmental entity that serves the citizens of Oregon, United States. Based in the capital city of Salem, its industry spans a wide range of public services from health care, education, and transportation, to natural resources, housing, and public safety. Founded with the admission of Oregon to the Union in 1859, it operates on the judicious use of finite resources to enhance the quality of life for present and future generation. Its primary mission is to serve the public through their core values of integrity, accountability, excellence, and equity.

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Company size

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

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