Deputy Sheriff - Patrol

Polk County•Dallas, OR

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This is law enforcement work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws, the investigation of crimes by utilizing both specialized technical and interpersonal relationship skills. Work involves responsibility for the performance of law enforcement duties in accordance with regulations and procedures prescribed by command and supervisory officers. The work contains a substantial element of personal risk and an employee must be able to exercise sound judgment independently in emergency situations. Duties will involve responsibility for recognizing the social importance of law enforcement functions as well as responsibility for the eventual application of a considerable knowledge of human nature and the behavioral sciences to the resolution of day to day law enforcement problems. Tactful and courteous treatment of the public under adverse psychological conditions is an imperative function of this position.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of the equivalent GED certificate
Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment
No felony criminal record
Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and a good driving record
Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation and medical and psychological examinations
Must have the strength and agility sufficient to perform law enforcement work
Must obtain DPSST certification within one year of appointment
Must meet minimum standards established by OAR 259-008-0010 as a Law Enforcement Officer
Complete the NEOGOV application for Polk County
Complete ONE of the following academic proficiencies: Recent (within the past 12 months) Frontline Test with the National Testing Network (NTN); or Recent (within the past 3 years) POST taken with either Polk County or other law enforcement agency with a minimum score of 70 on each section of the test; or Possess a four-year, post-secondary degree issued by an accredited, degree-granting college or university recognized by the Oregon Office of Degree Authorization under the provisions of ORS 348-604; or Successfully complete training resulting in the award of Basic Corrections certification from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST.)
Complete ONE of the following physical proficiencies: Recent (within the past 12 months) Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) from an Oregon law enforcement agency or NTN; or Recent (within the past 12 months) Physical Abilities Test (PAT) completed time from a military or law enforcement related source; or Successfully completed training resulting in the award of Basic Police certification from Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST.)
A cover letter is required

Nice To Haves

If you are a military veteran and want to apply for Veterans' Hiring Preference, you must attach your supporting documentation and complete the Veteran’s Preference Form
Attach any supporting documentation for completion of academic and physical proficiencies listed under the supplemental questions.

Responsibilities

Protection of life and property
Enforcement of laws
Investigation of crimes
Exercising sound judgment independently in emergency situations
Recognizing the social importance of law enforcement functions
Application of knowledge of human nature and behavioral sciences to resolve law enforcement problems
Tactful and courteous treatment of the public under adverse psychological conditions

Benefits

Paid training for growth opportunity
8 hours Holiday Leave per month
8 hours of vacation earned monthly with increases every 5 years
8 hours of sick leave earned monthly
2 Personal Leave Days earned each fiscal year (prorated first year depending on date of hire)
PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions
Full health benefits for the employee and qualified family members with the employee paying only 10% of the premium
Life Insurance - employer paid
Optional benefits such short term disability, deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses
Qualifying employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
9 FLSA hours monthly
Grants provided for overtime opportunities
Pay incentives to include bilingual, certification, detective, education, and more