Lieutenant

Washington County; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 128,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Sheriffs Office in Hillsboro, Oregon seeks a highly experienced Lieutenant to lead diverse operations, including investigations, patrol, jail administration, and records management. You will oversee internal services and drive administrative leadership across divisions.

The ideal candidate will bring strong supervisory experience, budget acumen, and a track record of effective personnel management in a public-safety environment.

Qualifications

• Masters degree and 6+ years in law enforcement with 3+ years supervising professionals.
• Bachelors degree and 8+ years in law enforcement with 3+ years supervising admin personnel.
• Associates degree and 10+ years in law enforcement with 3+ years supervising/admin personnel.
• 12+ years in law enforcement with 3+ years supervising/admin personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations, patrol, jail operations, and administration across divisions.
• Plan, organize, and manage a variety of law enforcement operations and projects.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff; manage performance and budgets.

Skills

Active listening

Logic and reasoning

Leadership

Performance evaluation

Project management

Budget administration

Staff supervision

Relationship building

Education

Masters Degree in police science or related field

Bachelors Degree in police science or related field

Associates Degree in police science or related field

12 years of law enforcement experience with supervisory responsibilities

Job description

Note

This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Current Washington County Employees

Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Type

Regular

Pay Range

$128,055.48 - $163,392.84 Salary

Department

Sheriff's Office

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

About The Opportunity

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.

Skills

The Washington County's Sheriff's Office is currently looking for skilled law enforcement professionals that can effectively lead a variety of Sheriff's Office (SO) operations and unit/division activities. Ideal candidates will have proven administrative skills that can also manage complex projects to successful completion. Must have the ability to navigate interpersonal relationships with individuals and groups that have competing interests. Finally, candidates must be skilled at managing personnel issues effectively and in a way that demonstrates SO core values:

• Do your best;
• Do the right thing; and
• Treat others the way you want to be treated.

As a Lieutenant, you will lead, plan, organize, and manage a variety of law enforcement operations and unit/division activities within the Washington County Sheriff's Office. These activities include: investigations, patrol, jail operations and administration, criminal records, internal services, and a variety of general administrative leadership roles. Incumbents perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

This position is not represented by a Union. This position is part of the Management Administrative Personnel System (MAPPS). To review the MAPPS policy, use this link. To review the county personnel rules and regulations visit HERE.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Use active listening when conversing with others.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of various issues and develop effective solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Motivate, develop, and lead people.
• Evaluate performance and make improvements or take corrective action.
• Effectively lead and manage projects.
• Assist in preparing and administering a budget.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds and represent members of the public, coworkers, and/or vendors.

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Lieutenant

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a Master's Degree in police science or a related field and at least six (6) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of certified law enforcement professionals; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in police science or a related field and at least eight (8) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of and administration of personnel functions for certified law enforcement professionals; OR
• Associate's Degree in police science or a related field and at least ten (10) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of and administration of personnel functions for certified law enforcement professionals; OR
• Twelve (12) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of and administration of personnel functions for certified law enforcement professionals.

Additional Requirements

• Must have or be able to obtain a passing score on practical pistol course.
• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check.
• Must possess an advanced certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or meet published DPSST requirements for advanced certification at time of appointment.
• Must possess a supervisory certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or meet published DPSST requirements for supervisory certification at time of appointment.

About The Department/Division

The Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) is a full-service law enforcement agency located in Hillsboro, Oregon, serving the county's urban and rural residents. WCSO enhances public safety by fostering professionalism, compassion, and trust within its team and the communities it serves. WCSO is the primary first responder for unincorporated residents, offering services from routine patrol and crime investigation to specialized teams. The WCSO also operates the county’s only jail and provides contract services to cities within the county.

Our Commitment To You

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: [e-mail] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status Of Your Application

You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

Notice

Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.