Patrol Deputy

Position Summary

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Patrol Deputy to assist with law enforcement, crime prevention, and investigation activities in unincorporated Lincoln County. The position involves enforcing traffic laws, serving warrants, and handling hazardous situations in a stressful environment. The salary range is $32.78 - $44.04 per hour.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

• Intervene in disputes and maintain order
• Respond to hazardous situations and maintain composure
• Issue citations, make arrests, and transport offenders
• Detect and deter criminal acts and report incidents
• Maintain records and prepare reports for investigations
• Inform the public and answer inquiries about laws and regulations
• Prepare media releases and speak to the media
• Testify in court and other legal proceedings
• Train other employees in specific areas of expertise
• Perform specialized assignments as needed
• Provide boating safety and crime prevention classes
• Conduct death investigations and handle biohazardous situations

Typical Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years college level education in law enforcement or related field preferred
• At least 21 years of age and reside within two hours of the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office
• Citizen of the US within 18 months of hire
• Must meet minimum DPSST requirements and obtain NIMS certification
• Driver's License required within 30 days of hire
• Free of felony convictions or violations of controlled substance laws
• Knowledge of administrative procedures, federal, state, and local laws, and ordinances
• Familiarity with and ability to use specialty software including Sheriff’s Office report writing software, LEDS, and Microsoft Office
• Good writing skills and excellent human relations skills
• Proper use of police equipment and techniques
• Ability to investigate, collect, evaluate, and analyze facts
• Handle stress and make immediate decisions
• Render credible testimony in court
• Carry out the full scope of the position with sound judgment
• Operate various camera systems, vehicles, radio equipment, and computers
• Obtain information through interrogations and observations
• Communicate effectively with others and convey information in writing and verbally
• Take personal responsibility for work quality and schedule

Reasonable Accommodations

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Benefits

• Coverage includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• PERS retirement plan for employees required to carry a gun
• 401K retirement plan for other employees in the LCDA unit with a current County contribution of 11%
• Pro-rated employee benefits for regular and trial service employees working 20-39 hours per week

Contact Information

• Address: 210 SW Second St., Newport, Oregon, 97365
• Phone: 541-265-4157, 541-265-0375
• Email: jobs@co.lincoln.or.us

Employer

Lincoln County