Now Hiring (Link in Bio) This is a sworn law enforcement position with an emphasis on impacting change, organizational excellence, community engagement and inclusion. The Portland Police Bureau offers the highest pay in the state of Oregon. Currently, the entry level wage is $75,675, with a $5,000 hiring bonus (new officers receive $1,000 after being sworn in, another $1,000 at end of probation and the final $3,000 upon completion of 3 years of service). For lateral hires, the wage starts at $87,753 and goes to $107,736. "This is a defining time in public safety and the City of Portland," said Chief Chuck Lovell. "We have been hiring, but now with some enhancements, we are able to increase this process and bring on the next generation of police officers.”