Criminal Deputy

Tillamook County • Tillamook, OR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Sheriff's Office Criminal Division is to serve and protect the people and property in Tillamook County. This classification performs law enforcement duties to ensure protection of life, property, and civil rights of citizens by investigation of crimes, complaints, and other matters that relate to public welfare; investigates traffic accidents and boating accidents; and maintains appropriate record keeping. To accomplish this mission, the Criminal Division enforces County ordinances along with County, State and Federal laws. In addition to normal patrol duties, the Criminal Division has deputies assigned to Marine, Forest, Detectives, Sandlake Recreational Area, Rockaway, and Garibaldi area for enhanced patrol services.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• At least 21 years of age
• No convictions by any State or Federal government of a crime punishable by imprisonment in a State or Federal prison
• Good moral character as determined through background investigation
• Pass a physical and psychological examination by a licensed physician and/or psychologist
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED certificate
• Driving record must be free of convictions for hazardous moving violations within the previous three years
• Possess a valid Oregon driver license, and maintain an acceptable driving record
• Must pass the POST (Police Officer Selection Test)
• Within one year of employment, must possess a basic police certification from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). Failure to obtain valid certification is grounds for separation of employment for not meeting an essential qualification.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience in law enforcement and/or some college coursework in law enforcement OR satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Engage in traditional law enforcement patrol duties including, but not limited to: Patrol State, County, and forest roads and highways, waterways, business and residential areas, campgrounds, recreation areas, trails, boat launches, marinas, and waterways in the enforcement of traffic and criminal law, water safety laws and regulations.
• Conduct security checks; issue citations; serve warrants of arrest, summons and civil process papers.
• Preserve life, protect citizens in dangerous situations, and attempt to de-escalate volatile situations.
• Ability to testify credibly as a witness in court and administrative proceedings.
• Respond to and investigate to persons engaged in criminal conduct.
• Be prepared to take physical force when needed.
• Respond to law enforcement needs including traffic and boating accidents, crimes, and complaints, and issue related citations or make appropriate arrests.
• Conduct investigations; gather statements of offenders and witnesses.
• Arrest and book suspects.
• Receive evidence which includes fingerprints, photos, etc., and assure chain of control.
• Transport suspects, prisoners and persons to various locations by motor vehicle.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Respond to and assist in a variety of public safety emergencies.
• Assist in search and rescue operations.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records necessary for efficient investigations, crime prevention, prosecution and office procedures.
• Maintain, clean and service police equipment, vehicles, and boats.
• Represent the Sheriff’s Office to the public and at meetings, answer questions, educate the public, interpret laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
• Serve as training officer to new reserve officers.
• Prepare and conduct training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• County pays 100% of the premium on Medical, Dental & Vision.
• HRA VEBA: Employees receive $115 per month to this personal tax-free health reimbursement account.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D
• Sick Leave
• Paid vacation after 6 months
• In lieu of holidays, employees accrue 8 hours of holiday credit per month.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED