Lateral Patrol Deputy

Washington County; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 82,493 - 105,374; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hire on Bonus

Relocation assistance

FTEP training

Additional vacation

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Washington County Sheriff's Office is seeking patrol deputies to respond to calls, patrol county areas, and enforce laws. Opportunities include lateral hire with incentives, a condensed field training program, and relocation assistance for qualifying candidates.

Minimum requirements include DPSST certification and completion of a Field Training Program, plus at least one year of full-time deputy experience within the last year. Applications are open continuously.

Qualifications

• Must hold DPSST certification or equivalent as Police Officer.
• Must have completed a Field Training Program.
• At least one year of full-time experience as Police Officer or Sheriff's Deputy within 12 months prior to application.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service and patrol county roads, residential and business areas.
• Enforce traffic and criminal laws and investigate incidents.
• Refer to Deputy Classification Specification for official duties.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Education

DPSST certification or equivalent

Field Training Program

Job description

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Type: Regular

Pay Range: $39.67 - $50.66 Hourly

Department: Sheriff's Office

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

About The Opportunity

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.

Since only qualified individuals will be considered, please read carefully before submitting an application. Failure to follow instructions may result in disqualification.

NEW LATERAL INCENTIVES:

• $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 a diverse pool of candidates for current and future Lateral Patrol Deputy vacancies in our Enforcement Division. Desired candidates 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 environment.

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

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

Applications are open continuously for all lateral deputies.

Minimum Requirements

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

• Currently possess a Basic Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training “DPSST” certification, or another 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 official details.

Background Investigation – Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation and meet 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 policy.

Supplemental Information

Washington County is committed to a Merit-Based System in which recruitment, selection and advancement are based on relative knowledge, skills and abilities.

Hiring Process

1. Complete your employment application through governmentjobs.com. All applicants must register within the system and complete the application for this recruitment.
2. Complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Eligible candidates will receive an online PHQ and must complete it within 16 days of issuance.
3. Pre-Offer Suitability Test – Applicants will be invited to complete a test evaluating characteristics and suitability for the law enforcement profession.
4. Full Background & Ride Along – Candidates are required to complete an enforcement ride‑along.
5. Panel Interview – Final step before consideration for an Eligible List.
6. Commander Interview and Conditional Offer – Conditional offer based on passing step 7.
7. Post-Offer Physical and Psychological Evaluation – Conducted by a licensed medical doctor and a licensed psychologist.

Eligible List

If your name is placed on the Eligible List, you will be notified and informed of the dates the list will be in effect. The list is valid for six months from the list date and may be renewed for another six months at the discretion of the Washington County Human Resources Division.

Re-Applications

Unsuccessful applicants will receive notification within two weeks. You may reapply for future recruiting cycles unless you failed one of the following:

• Pre-offer Suitability Test – wait six months to reapply.
• Background Investigation – wait twelve months to reapply.
• SME Portfolio Review – wait six months to reapply.
• Panel Interview – wait six months to reapply.
• Post-offer Psychological Exam – wait twelve months to reapply.
• Physical Abilities Test (PAT) – wait three months to reapply.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for preference, review instructions by clicking here.

Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available for those whose disability prevents completion of the application or participation in the selection process. Contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or email [e-mail] at least 48 hours before any step of the recruitment and selection process for which you need accommodation.

Status Of Your Application

Washington County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. You will be advised of your status at each step in the process, from initial application to final employment disposition.

Contact

Recruiter: Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Email: [e-mail]