Marine Cadet

Lincoln County•Lincoln County, OR

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is looking to add a Marine Cadet to their team to assist law enforcement with enforcement of marine laws on county waterways and assists boaters with matters relating to boating safety. Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer. Only applications that contain most recent five (5) year work experience or explanation of gaps will be reviewed.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
Experience in dealing with the public.
Oregon Driver's License required (Must obtain within 30 days of hire).
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Knowledge of water safety practices.
Ability to reach correct conclusions, and to understand and follow oral and written orders.
Ability to operate motorized boats and related equipment.
Ability to swim at least 100 yards.
Ability to convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the county, using language and a format the audience will best understand.
Ability to utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software).
Ability to effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the county.
Ability to exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.
Ability to take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.
Ability to show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures.
Ability to meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.

Nice To Haves

Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the job as determined by the County.

Responsibilities

Patrol by boat all navigable waterways in the county.
Enforce all water safety laws and regulations.
Investigate thefts and vandalism of boats, marine equipment, and facilities.
Maintain records and prepare reports necessary for the completion of all investigations.
Take an active part in all crime prevention related to job functions.
Operate marine equipment, boats and other equipment as required.
Appear in court as a witness as required.
Conduct boat safety equipment checks and issues warnings and violation citations.
Assist and inform the public including answering inquiries regarding laws/ordinances.
Provide general information related to marine activity.