Lateral Patrol Deputy

THE POSITION

Conserving the Peace Through Values Driven Service

We envision Washington County as the safest urban county in Oregon by building strong community partnerships, providing excellent customer service, practicing prudent fiscal operations, and embracing excellence.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION

There are specific instructions for applying with the Washington County Sheriff's Office and you could be disqualified from consideration if you do not follow these instructions.

NEW LATERAL INCENTIVES!!

Please check out our new lateral incentives to come work for Washington County's Sheriff's Office!!

• $10,000 Hire on Bonus!
• Higher Salary;
• Additional Vacation;
• Outstanding Benefits;
• Relocation reimbursement for qualifying out-of-area candidates up to $7,000.00
• Condensed field training program (FTEP) Depending on experience.

* If you do not meet the Lateral Patrol Deputy criteria, please apply for the Recruit Deputy (Jail and Patrol Divisions) positions.*

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is actively recruiting to create a pool of diverse candidates eligible for current and future Lateral Patrol Deputy vacancies in our Enforcement Division. The Sheriff's Office is seeking individuals who are great communicators, demonstrate strong moral character, possess good customer service skills, can think and reason under pressure, are active problem solvers, maintain positive attitudes and thrive in a team working environment.

Patrol Deputies respond to calls for service; patrol county roads, residential, and business areas; investigate traffic accidents; and enforce traffic and criminal laws.

Applications are open continuous for all Lateral Deputies. To learn more, visit:
Sheriff's Office Employment
.

Please refer to the Deputy Classification Specification for the official job description and list of essential job duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:

You must meet all the following qualifications, and the recruitment and examination process will evaluate if you meet the following criteria:

• Currently possess a Basic Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training "DPSST" certification OR other equivalent local, state or federal certification as a Police Officer or Sheriff's Patrol Deputy;
• Have completed a Field Training Program;
• Have at least one year of full-time equivalent (2080 hours) work experience as a Police Officer or Sheriff's Patrol Deputy. Completion of required work experience must not have occurred greater than 12 months prior to the date of application submission.

Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, and Specialty Requirements:

Please refer to the Deputy Classification Specification for the official job description and additional licenses, certifications, physical abilities, and specialty requirements.

Background Investigation: Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, and meet the standards set by the State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).

Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County's policy.

Washington County is committed to using a Merit Based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE HIRING PROCESS:

STEP 1: Complete Your Application - Complete Your Employment Application through  All applicants are processed through  which means you MUST be registered within the system. Once you are registered, you must complete an application for this recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE: The remaining steps are coordinated through the Washington County Sheriff's Office. If you have additional questions, please contact the Washington County Recruitment Team in the Sheriff's Office at:
(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or (503) 846-JOIN (5646).

STEP 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) - Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Lateral Jail Deputy will be required to complete an online PHQ in its entirety. A link to the PHQ will be sent to you from Guardian Alliance Technologies on behalf of Washington County Sheriff's Office and must be completed within 16 days from the issuance of the link.

You will need to follow the instructions provided in the e-mail. If you met the minimum qualifications and have not received the e-mail from Guardian Alliance Technologies, please check your Spam/Junk mail folders.

STEP 3: Pre-Offer Suitability Test - Applicants will be invited to complete the Pre-Offer Suitability Test, which evaluates an applicant's characteristics and match for the certified law enforcement profession and WCSO.

STEP 4: Full Background & Ride Along - Candidates are required to complete an enforcement ride along.

STEP 5: Panel Interview - Applicants will complete a panel interview as a final step before they are considered for an Eligible List.

STEP 6: Commander Interview and…