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Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
The CIA is an independent agency responsible for providing national security intelligence to senior US policymakers. The CIA engages in research, development, and deployment of high-leverage technology for intelligence purposes.
Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA)
CALEA is the national accreditation process for law enforcement agencies. The purpose of an accreditation process is to improve the delivery of public safety services, primarily by maintaining a body of standards covering a wide range of initiatives, establishing and administering an accreditation process, and recognizing professional excellence.
Crime Victim and Survivor Services Division (CVSSD)
The CVSSD provides resources to crime victims and survivors. The CVSSD promotes and protects victims’ rights. This program is through the Oregon Department of Justice.
Department of Homeland Security
The Department of Homeland Security’s mission is to secure the nation from threats. The highest priority is protecting the American people from terrorist threats.
FBI
The FBI’s mission includes protecting the American people by protecting civil rights, combatting major white-collar crime, significant violent crime, and transnational/national criminal organizations and enterprises. The FBI’s website displays America’s Ten Most Wanted and Most Wanted Terrorists. FBI investigators participate and lead the Human Trafficking Task Forces in every state in the U.S.
High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTAs)
The HIDTA Program was created by Congress with the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. It provides assistance to Federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies operation in areas determined to be critical drug-trafficking regions in the U.S. The purpose of the HIDTA program is to reduce drug trafficking and production in the U.S.
ICE Victim Notification Program
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), is committed to protecting the public and ensuring that the rights of victims are carefully observed. HSI administers the Victim Notification Program which allows eligible victims and witnesses to obtain reliable and timely information regarding a criminal alien's release from custody. However, victims and witnesses are required to register with HSI in order to receive notifications of a criminal alien's release.
Linn County Sheriff’s Office
Report a Hate and Bias Crime
Non-Emergency Hotline: 1-844-924-BIAS
Victims Have the Right to Know
VineLink is lets victims of crime and other concerned citizens access timely and reliable information regarding offenders. It is a free service and completely confidential. VineLink can be accessed 24/7 to provide the most reliable information for custody status changes and criminal case information.
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Lateral Officers
Qualified Laterals must have 3 or more years of Law Enforcement experience with a 911 responding agency. Laterals may qualify for their Intermediate and/or Advanced Certifications within a year of employment.
Laterals are offered an expedited screening process to minimize trips during the process.
Oregon’s certifying body, the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) honors most out of state academy training. For example, laterals from California only take a 2-week course.
Ready to join us? Apply
If you have questions about the hiring process, please reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Our competitive pay and benefit package includes:
Annual salary (DOEE):
$62,036
(Step B + 2% ORPAT)
to
$82,102
(Step F + 2% ORPAT + 10% Incentives)
New Hire Incentives
- Extra incentives for experienced officers
- City-provided uniforms, duty weapon, equipment and uniform cleaning
- City-paid annual firearms range membership
- On-site fitness facility
Education/Certifications Incentives (10% max*)
The following salary incentives shall be applied to monthly base salary upon hire if applicable/approved, and/or as received and assigned/approved.
- 2% for Physical Fitness**
- 6% for Bachelor’s Degree***
- 3% for Associate’s Degree***
- 6% DPSST Advanced Officer
- 3% DPSST Intermediate
- 5% for Detectives
- 5% for Field Training Officer
- 5% for Advanced Spanish
- 3% for Intermediate Spanish
*Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, total education and DPSST certification incentive combined will not exceed ten (10%) percent at one time.
**Must complete ORPAT within 5:30 annually to maintain incentive. To view ORPAT information, click here. To view the ORPAT video, click here.
***Degree may be in any field of study.
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Reports
Annual Reports
Quarterly Reports
Quarterly Reports
The Albany Police Department publishes a quarterly report to the community to share our outreach efforts, highlight various department members and activities, and provide information about crime trends and statistics on a regular basis.
Monthly COMPSTAT Reports
Monthly COMPSTAT Reports
UCR Part I Crimes
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Vehicle Collisions
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Cadet Program
The intent of the Cadet Program is to educate and involve youth in police operations, and to interest them in law enforcement functions, whether they enter police work or not. Through involvement, the Cadet program establishes an awareness of the complexities of police service.
Cadets are given an opportunity to see firsthand the efforts of police officers. Additionally, police officers who are frequently involved with youth with criminal offenses get to experience the positive side of young America. The law enforcement community can invest in its own future through relationships with fit and capable young adults. If you would like more information, please contact the Albany Police Department at 541-917-7680.
Eligibility requirements:
Age: 16 through 20 years old. Grade point average of 2.25 in high school and/or college. Upon completion of high school, must attend college part or full-time or work part or full-time. Maintain a good moral character and clean record. Maintain an appearance and demeanor that meets the standards of the Police Department. Is a responsible citizen in the community with a good reputation. Has full approval of parent or guardian and assurance of parental support and cooperation. Possess a valid Oregon Drivers License, or be able to obtain one within two months of appointment to the post. Shall be allowed to ride with an approved officer a maximum of 36 hours each calendar month. If less than 18 years of age, shall ride on patrol no later than midnight on any night. Shall participate in public relations, security, and other events. Shall work a minimum of five hours of administrative time, (filing, citation entry, dispatch, etc.) depending on their assignment.
For more information call 541-917-7680.
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Approved tow companies in Albany
On February 8, 2017, the Albany City Council passed Ordinance 5888 which added Albany Municipal Code Chapter 13. 90, Private Property Impounds, to address and regulate towing from private parking facilities.
The purpose of the Private Property Impound (PPI) Code is to require that towing from private parking facilities be performed safely and at a reasonable price. Because towing from private parking facilities affects City residents and visitors, regulation is necessary to ensure that the public safety and convenience are protected.
AA Towing | 260 Queen Ave SE, Albany, OR 97322 | 541-926-1233 | |
All-Rite Towing and Recovery | 1538 Industrial Way SW, Albany, OR 97322 | 541-926-8697 | |
The Last Resort Towing | 1245 Pacific Blvd SE, Albany, OR 97321 | 541-926-7777 | |
Retriever Towing | 112 41st Ave, Albany, OR 97322 | 503-222-4763 | |
Rogers Towing and Transport Inc. | 33933 Texas St SW, Albany, OR 97321 | 541-220-2275 |
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