What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lateral Jail Deputy position at Washington County?
Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Job Type
Regular
Pay Range
$39.67 - $50.66 Hourly
Department
Sheriff's Office
FLSA Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
About The Opportunity
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION
There are specific instructions for applying with the Washington County Sheriff's Office and may be disqualified from consideration if you do not follow these instructions.
NEW LATERAL INCENTIVES!!
Check out our new lateral incentives to come work for
Washington County's Sheriff's Office!!
Jail Deputies supervise those in custody and maintain jail security; admit, transport, and control the movement of those in custody; handle jail emergencies and unusual situations as they arise; maintain the classification system; and tend to personal needs of those in custody.
Please refer to the Jail Deputy Classification Specification for the official job description and list of essential job duties.
Applications are open continuous for all Lateral Jail Deputies. To learn more, visit: Sheriff's Office Employment.
Minimum Requirements For The Position
You must meet all the following qualifications, and the recruitment and examination process will evaluate if you meet the following criteria:
Current Certification
Currently possess a Basic Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training “DPSST” certification OR other equivalent local, state or federal certification as a Corrections Officer or Jail Deputy;
Have completed a Field Training Program;
Have at least one year of full-time equivalent (2080 hours) work experience as a Corrections Officer or Jail Deputy. Completion of required work experience must not have occurred greater than 12 months prior to the date of application submission.
Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, And Specialty Requirements
Please refer to the Jail Deputy Classification Specification for the official job description and additional licenses, certifications, physical abilities, and specialty requirements.
Background Investigation: Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, and meet the standards set by the State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
Department Of Motor Vehicle Records (DMV) Requirement
Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County and instructions for submitting appropriate DMV documentation, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy.
Supplemental Information
Washington County is committed to using a Merit Based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.
In Order To Move Forward In The Hiring Process
All applicants must successfully complete the following:
STEP 1: Complete Your Application – All applicants are processed through the County's applicant tracking system through govermentjobs.com. You must have an active account or create an account in order to complete the application for this position.
PLEASE NOTE: The remaining steps are coordinated through the Washington County Sheriff's Office. If you have additional questions in regard to the steps below, please contact the Washington County Recruitment Team in the Sheriff's Office at: joinwcso@washingtoncountyor.gov or (503) 846-JOIN (5646).
STEP 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) – Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Lateral Jail Deputy will be required to complete an online PHQ in its' entirety. A link to the PHQ will be sent to you from Guardian Alliance Technologies on behalf of Washington County Sheriff's Office and must be completed within 16 days from the issuance of the link. You will need to follow the instructions provided in the e-mail. If you met the minimum qualifications and have not received the e-mail from Guardian Alliance Technologies, please check your Spam/Junk mail folders.
STEP 3: Pre-Offer Suitability Test – Applicants will be invited to complete the Pre-Offer Suitability Test, which evaluates an applicant's characteristics and match for the certified law enforcement profession and WCSO.
STEP 4: Full Background & Jail Job Shadow – Candidates are required to complete a job shadow within the Washington County Jail.
STEP 5: Panel Interview - Applicants will complete a panel interview as a final step before being considered for an Eligible List.
STEP 6: Commander Interview and Conditional Job Offer. (Job offer conditional based on passing step 7)
STEP 7: Post Offer Physical and Psychological Evaluation – The evaluations are completed by a third party; licensed medical doctor and a licensed psychologist.
More Information
Have questions? Read through this entire job announcement, especially the supplemental questions which include information about steps in the Hiring Process, Transferring Test Scores, Out-of-Area Candidates, and MORE. Still can't find an answer? Visit our WCSO Employment website.
Eligible List
If your name is placed on the Eligible List, you will be notified and informed of the dates the list will be in effect. It will be in effect for six (6) months from the list date, and may be renewed for another six (6) months at the discretion of the Washington County Human Resources Division.
Re-applications
If you are unsuccessful at any phase in the hiring process, you will be notified by e-mail within two (2) weeks. You will be eligible to reapply whenever we are recruiting, unless one of the following steps were unsuccessful:
If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions by clicking here.
Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606, or e-mail at: careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status Of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via e-mail.
Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov
Recruiter
Laura Aranda
Email Address
Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov
Job Type
Regular
Pay Range
$39.67 - $50.66 Hourly
Department
Sheriff's Office
FLSA Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
About The Opportunity
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION
There are specific instructions for applying with the Washington County Sheriff's Office and may be disqualified from consideration if you do not follow these instructions.
NEW LATERAL INCENTIVES!!
Check out our new lateral incentives to come work for
Washington County's Sheriff's Office!!
- $10,000 Hire on Bonus!
- Higher Salary;
- Additional Vacation;
- Outstanding Benefits; and
- Relocation reimbursement for qualifying out-of-area candidates up to $7,000.00
- Condensed field training program (FTEP) Depending on experience.
- If you do not meet the Lateral Jail Deputy criteria, please apply for the Recruit Deputy (Jail and Patrol Divisions) positions.*
Jail Deputies supervise those in custody and maintain jail security; admit, transport, and control the movement of those in custody; handle jail emergencies and unusual situations as they arise; maintain the classification system; and tend to personal needs of those in custody.
Please refer to the Jail Deputy Classification Specification for the official job description and list of essential job duties.
Applications are open continuous for all Lateral Jail Deputies. To learn more, visit: Sheriff's Office Employment.
Minimum Requirements For The Position
You must meet all the following qualifications, and the recruitment and examination process will evaluate if you meet the following criteria:
Current Certification
Currently possess a Basic Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training “DPSST” certification OR other equivalent local, state or federal certification as a Corrections Officer or Jail Deputy;
Have completed a Field Training Program;
Have at least one year of full-time equivalent (2080 hours) work experience as a Corrections Officer or Jail Deputy. Completion of required work experience must not have occurred greater than 12 months prior to the date of application submission.
Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, And Specialty Requirements
Please refer to the Jail Deputy Classification Specification for the official job description and additional licenses, certifications, physical abilities, and specialty requirements.
Background Investigation: Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, and meet the standards set by the State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
Department Of Motor Vehicle Records (DMV) Requirement
Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County and instructions for submitting appropriate DMV documentation, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy.
Supplemental Information
Washington County is committed to using a Merit Based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.
In Order To Move Forward In The Hiring Process
All applicants must successfully complete the following:
STEP 1: Complete Your Application – All applicants are processed through the County's applicant tracking system through govermentjobs.com. You must have an active account or create an account in order to complete the application for this position.
PLEASE NOTE: The remaining steps are coordinated through the Washington County Sheriff's Office. If you have additional questions in regard to the steps below, please contact the Washington County Recruitment Team in the Sheriff's Office at: joinwcso@washingtoncountyor.gov or (503) 846-JOIN (5646).
STEP 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) – Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Lateral Jail Deputy will be required to complete an online PHQ in its' entirety. A link to the PHQ will be sent to you from Guardian Alliance Technologies on behalf of Washington County Sheriff's Office and must be completed within 16 days from the issuance of the link. You will need to follow the instructions provided in the e-mail. If you met the minimum qualifications and have not received the e-mail from Guardian Alliance Technologies, please check your Spam/Junk mail folders.
STEP 3: Pre-Offer Suitability Test – Applicants will be invited to complete the Pre-Offer Suitability Test, which evaluates an applicant's characteristics and match for the certified law enforcement profession and WCSO.
STEP 4: Full Background & Jail Job Shadow – Candidates are required to complete a job shadow within the Washington County Jail.
STEP 5: Panel Interview - Applicants will complete a panel interview as a final step before being considered for an Eligible List.
STEP 6: Commander Interview and Conditional Job Offer. (Job offer conditional based on passing step 7)
STEP 7: Post Offer Physical and Psychological Evaluation – The evaluations are completed by a third party; licensed medical doctor and a licensed psychologist.
More Information
Have questions? Read through this entire job announcement, especially the supplemental questions which include information about steps in the Hiring Process, Transferring Test Scores, Out-of-Area Candidates, and MORE. Still can't find an answer? Visit our WCSO Employment website.
Eligible List
If your name is placed on the Eligible List, you will be notified and informed of the dates the list will be in effect. It will be in effect for six (6) months from the list date, and may be renewed for another six (6) months at the discretion of the Washington County Human Resources Division.
Re-applications
If you are unsuccessful at any phase in the hiring process, you will be notified by e-mail within two (2) weeks. You will be eligible to reapply whenever we are recruiting, unless one of the following steps were unsuccessful:
- Pre-offer Suitability Test – you must wait six (6) months to reapply.
- Background Investigation – you must wait twelve (12) months to reapply.
- SME Portfolio Review – you must wait six (6) months to reapply.
- Panel Interview – you must wait six (6) months to reapply.
- Post-offer Psychological Exam – you must wait twelve (12) months to reapply.
- Physical Abilities Test (PAT) - you must wait 3 months to reapply.
If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions by clicking here.
Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606, or e-mail at: careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status Of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via e-mail.
Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov
- Washington County is a drug-free workplace *
Recruiter
Laura Aranda
Email Address
Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov
Salary : $40 - $51