Sheriff Patrol Deputy

** PLEASE NOTE: This is not a direct position with WorkSource Oregon. WorkSource is conducting this recruitment on behalf of an organization based in Vale, Oregon. **

Requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen and minimum age 21
- High school diploma or GED
- Pass or provide proof of Police Office Selection test with a minimum score of 70 points
- Valid driver's license

Special Qualifications:
- Possession of/or ability to obtain DPSST (Dept. of Public Safety Standards and Training) certification within one year of employment
- Clean, acceptable driving record that qualifies per the County's vehicle policy

Preferred:
- Experience with communication and serving the public
- Law enforcement terminology and technology
- Knowledge of the methods used in the care and custody of prisoners

Job Duties:
- Patrol an area in a patrol car on assignment for the purpose of observing the area for possible criminal activity or other conditions that could endanger public safety, investigating complaints, and enforcing laws; maintains high visibility
- Investigate and report accidents, dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights, or other hazardous conditions
- Investigate crimes, interview witnesses, complainants, and victims; gathers physical evidence and preserves for court; conducts follow up investigations as needed
- Enforce all felony and misdemeanor laws
- Apprehend, arrest and detain criminal suspects and law violators when necessary; follows proper procedures when making arrest
- Serve warrants, summons, subpoenas, civil and other official papers
- Serve as witness in court and provides evidence in court as required
- Respond to emergency calls and practice safety procedures in answering and responding to calls
- Check residential and commercial property for security as requested; check on Senior Citizens as requested
- Assist motorists in various situations as needed
- Investigate and report fires or other related events; keep bystanders out of danger; safeguard property; and render first aid in emergency situations
- Prepare, process and/or transmit various reports as required
- Record information concerning events that took place during tour of duty and records such activity in the manner as prescribed by the Office
- Maintain weapons and equipment in functional and presentable condition
- Account for and transport evidence coming into custody
- Answer questions asked by the general public, work with juveniles and adults in related matters; refers public to person or agencies which can provide further assistance as required
- Work under stressful, high-risk conditions
- Take decisions at the crime scenes which may be centered around life or death situations; decisions are based on the safest procedures to be followed to ensure safety to individuals involved and fellow officers/members of rescue team
- Perform special projects as directed by the Sheriff
- Watch for wanted or missing person and lost children; administers first aid to the injured in emergency cases; report stray animals as necessary

Pay: $4,227 per month

1. Register or update in iMatchSkills (include skills and experience for position, may upload resume for work experience and education sections) on-line at http://www.iMatchSkills.org or contact the local office by calling 1-541-318-7940.

2. Email resume to: Angela.Machuca@employ.oregon.gov or Beatriz.H.Gonzalez@employ.oregon.gov.

3. Include the Job Listing Number in the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $4,227.77 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you a US Citizen as required for this position?
• Are you at least 21 years of age as required for this position to complete the training and become certified?
• Can you pass or provide proof of Police Office Selection test with a minimum score of 70 points?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person