Patrol Deputy Sheriff – Meaningful Work & Excellent Benefits

Linn County Sheriff's Office; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Linn County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for Deputy Sheriff. The role involves enforcing traffic and criminal laws, patrolling communities, and assisting in investigations. You will prepare detailed reports, testify in court, and participate in searches, arrests, and evidence handling.

Candidates must meet DPSST and general law enforcement requirements, work outdoors in varied conditions, and maintain professional conduct and integrity at all times.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and testimony in court.
• Ability to assess and act in high-stress situations with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol roads and areas to enforce traffic and criminal laws; issue warnings or citations.
• Maintain written records and prepare reports for investigations and prosecutions.
• Make arrests and transport suspects while following procedures.
• Investigate traffic accidents, provide first aid, and secure scenes.
• Investigate crimes; preserve crime scenes, collect evidence and interview victims/witnesses.
• Serve subpoenas, warrants, and testify in court; may assist in search and rescue.

Skills

Laws & ordinances

Investigative procedures

Firearms operation

Motor vehicle operation

Written reports

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Police radios

Intoxilyzers

Fingerprinting equipment

Radar / Laser

Job description

The Linn County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for Deputy Sheriff. The role involves enforcing traffic and criminal laws, patrolling communities, and assisting in investigations. You will prepare detailed reports, testify in court, and participate in searches, arrests, and evidence handling.

Candidates must meet DPSST and general law enforcement requirements, work outdoors in varied conditions, and maintain professional conduct and integrity at all times.