Deputy - Patrol; Certified​/Lateral

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Already possess Police Basic Certification by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or an out‑of‑state equivalent.
• Currently employed as a sworn officer with a minimum of one year of full‑time employment.
• Must pass the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) and the Police Officer Selection Test (POST).

Pay will be based on years of service.

• Vacation time accrues; unused hours can roll over into the next year.
• Sick leave: 8 hours for each month worked.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Outstanding medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company‑paid PERS retirement.
• Additional options such as Aflac, Voya, and Valic.

Vacation hour schedule (approx.)

• 7–12 months (1/2 to 1 year): 48 hours (6 workdays)
• 13–24 months (1 to 2 years): 96 hours per year
• 25–60 months (2 to 5 years): 120 hours per year
• 61–120 months (5 to 10 years): 144 hours per year
• 121–180 months (10 to 15 years): 168 hours per year
• 181 months and beyond (15 years +): 192 hours per year

Essential duties and responsibilities for the patrol deputy include, but are not limited to:

• Represent the Josephine County Sheriff's Office with legal and high moral standards.
• Adopt and apply modern police practices for crime deterrence, investigation, and apprehension.
• Handle citizen complaints fairly, promptly, and judiciously.
• Comply with federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and office policies.
• Report directly to the patrol sergeant.
• Arrest, assist in prosecuting, or release apprehended persons.
• Investigate complaints to satisfactory conclusion and assist prosecution of suspects.
• Testify honestly and convincingly in court.
• Provide information on criminal law violations not directly assigned for the office.
• Identify and report potential traffic hazards; inspect abandoned vehicles for criminal activity.
• Respond to assistance requests; acquire information on all types of law violations.
• Serve subpoenas and citations promptly and impartially.
• Build personal contacts essential to law‑enforcement work.
• Patrol in a manner providing the greatest deterrent value.
• Assume control of emergency situations when responding.
• Apprehend traffic violators and issue citations; regulate traffic when necessary.
• Investigate traffic accidents and determine causes.
• Complete and forward reports promptly; maintain clarity and accuracy.
• Assist and coordinate with other agencies and offices, especially during emergencies.
• Maintain courteous relations with the public and government agencies.
• Refuse gifts or favors that could compromise the officer or the office.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws; policy and procedures.
• Show proficiency in defensive driving, pursuit driving, defensive tactics, and firearms use.
• Maintain all issued equipment in good condition; keep vehicle, uniforms, and personal weapons in proper repair.
• Read all office orders, memos, and information relevant to the position.
• Complete assignments not covered by listed duties when reasonably assigned.

High school diploma or GED, and one to three months related experience and/or training. Specific duties may require additional education.

• Valid Oregon driver’s license.
• Successful completion of DPSST Basic Deputy Certification within one year of hire.

• At least ten years of work experience.
• Minimum age 21; U.S. citizen.
• Full background investigation, physical ability testing, medical and psychological screening, and fingerprinting.
• Minimum standards outlined in Oregon Administrative Rules, section 259‑008‑0010.

Applicants may obtain a copy of the EEOP utilization report.