Patrol Deputy - Lateral

Polk County (OR); Dallas (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County is seeking a certified Police Officer to engage in law enforcement tasks crucial for community safety. The position requires strong judgment, interpersonal skills, and physical fitness, with a work schedule of three 12-hour shifts. Compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring growth and continuity in service.

Benefits

Paid training

Vacation and sick leave

PERS - employer funded

Full health benefits

Life Insurance

Optional short-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Overtime opportunities

Pay incentives

Qualifications

• Must possess current certification as a police officer.
• U.S. citizen, at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement duties as per regulations.
• Investigate crimes and protect life and property.
• Exercise sound judgment in emergency situations.

Skills

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent GED

Job description

**MUST POSSESS CURRENT CERTIFICATION AS A POLICE OFFICER**

WORK SCHEDULE:Three 12 hour shifts (3 days on / 3 days off)

ABOUT THE JOB
This is law enforcement work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws, the investigation of crimes by utilizing both specialized technical and interpersonal relationship skills.

Work involves responsibility for the performance of law enforcement duties in accordance with regulations and procedures prescribed by command and supervisory officers. The work contains a substantial element of personal risk and an employee must be able to exercise sound judgment independently in emergency situations. Duties will involve responsibility for recognizing the social importance of law enforcement functions as well as responsibility for the eventual application of a considerable knowledge of human nature and the behavioral sciences to the resolution of day to day law enforcement problems. Tactful and courteous treatment of the public under adverse psychological conditions is an imperative function of this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or possession of the equivalent GED certificate. Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. No felony criminal record. Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and a good driving record. Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation and medical and psychological examinations. Must have the strength and agility sufficient to perform law enforcement work.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Must obtain DPSST certification within one year of appointment. Must meet minimum standards established by OAR 259-008-0010 as a Law Enforcement Officer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of this job are the same as the essential functions listed in the DPSST Form F-2, otherwise known asthe Job Task Analysis developed for medical certification of Police Officers.

Polk County, the Organization:

Polk County takes pride in knowing that our employees are what makes the County a great place to work. We have a strong desire for each employee to feel respected; connected to the department they work for as well as other County departments and the community at large; and know that they are critical to County business. We understand that work may be necessary, but not what should define each individual. We all have diverse personalities and interests away from the job, and at Polk County we encourage our employees to be connected to something bigger than work.

Benefits:

Polk County offers generous employee benefits including, but not limited to:

• Paid training for growth opportunity
• 8 hours Holiday Leave per month
• 8 hours of vacation earned monthly with increases every 5 years
• 8 hours of sick leave earned monthly
• 2 Personal Leave Days earned each fiscal year (prorated first year depending on date of hire)
• PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions
• Full health benefits for the employee and qualified family members with the employee paying only 10% of the premium
• Life Insurance - employer paid
• Optional benefits such short term disability, deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• 9 FLSA hours monthly
• Grants provided for overtime opportunities
• In addition to the base pay rates, deputies may be eligible for a variety of pay incentives to include bilingual, certification, detective, education, and more.

Our Community:

Polk County is located in the Willamette Valley just an hour from the Pacific Coast to the west and an hour from Portland to the north. The population is approximately 87,000 and the area spans about 744 square miles, with two thirds of the western part of the county being forest. National protected areas include the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge and Siuslaw National Forest.

The County is part of the agricultural richness the Willamette Valley has to offer. In recent decades, the valley has also become a major wine producer, with Polk County being one of the best in the area. The valley is often known as the “Oregon Wine Country.” Polk County has over 25 wineries alone.

Polk County also houses the beautiful liberal arts college, Western Oregon University (WOU), and is only 30 miles from Oregon State University. WOU was an inaugural winner of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award. This award recognizes universities and colleges that have demonstrated the highest level of commitment and action towards fostering a campus community that celebrates all the many facets of diversity. WOU is one of the most diverse universities in Oregon and has a higher percentage of Latino students in the Oregon University system.

Please refer to the Class Specification for the full job description and minimum experience, education and training requirements for this position.

** A cover letter is required. If you are a military veteran and want to apply for Veterans' Hiring Preference, you must attach the Veterans' Preference Form (available on our website) and your DD-214/215 and/or disability letter. **

** PLEASE ATTACH ANY SUPPORTING CERTIFICATIONS **