Criminal Deputy Sheriff - ENTRY LEVEL

Salary : $63,708.00 - $80,220.00 Annually

Location : Albany, OR

Job Type : Full Time Employment

Job Number : 2024-11-02

Department : Linn County Sheriff's Office

Division : Criminal Division

Opening Date : 12 / 15 / 2024

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Job Opening and Application Details

Keeping the peace with dignity, honesty and compassion.

Linn County, located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, is surrounded by beautiful landscape year round and is just a short drive away from the mountains, beaches and waters of Oregon. If you enjoy the great outdoors and four seasons of change, this is the place for you! The Linn County Sheriff's Office offers meaningful work, unique professional challenges, endless learning opportunities, and excellent benefits! Join our team of professionals that make a difference in the lives of others.

Please, read the entire job announcement prior to submitting your application. There are specific instructions for applying with Linn County and you could be disqualified from consideration if you do not follow these instructions.

Entry level applicants must successfully pass the Frontline test with the National Testing Network (NTN) AND pass the ORPAT (5 : 30 or less) prior to submitting an application. Out of state applicants may submit their application without an ORPAT but a passing time will be a condition of any final offer.

Lateral applicants are not required to complete the testing (Frontline and ORPAT)

through the National Testing Network, at this time. A "lateral" is defined as anyone who has been through the academy and holds (or has held) a certification in the discipline for which they are applying.

• NOTE : IF YOU MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF A LATERAL APPLICANT, PLEASE APPLY UNDER THE CRIMINAL DEPUTY - LATERAL APPLICANT POSTING

To schedule the Frontline test and ORPAT, visit : and select Law Enforcement - Frontline National and choose the Linn County Sheriff's Office. The application for testing is not an application for Linn County employment. A completed PHQ with NTN is not required. After successfully testing with NTN, you must then submit a Linn County Application form by clicking the "Apply" button at the top of this job announcement in GovernmentJobs.com.

Upon completion of the Frontline exam and ORPAT testing, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the Linn County Sheriff's Office.

Linn County will only accept entry level employment applications from those candidates on the NTN eligibility list for Linn County Sheriff's Office. Accepted applicants will be invited to continue to participate in other stages of the selection process.

National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing and ORPAT testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Linn County Sheriff's Office responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to Linn County Sheriff's Office where the final decisions are made.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. The Sheriff's Office may close this recruitment at any time, without further notice.

Job Classification Specifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY : Some knowledge of the pertinent Federal, State and local laws and ordinances, including traffic, criminal, civil, juvenile, fish and game and marine statutes. Some knowledge of investigatory procedures and the gathering and preservation of evidence. Some knowledge of the use of law enforcement equipment including firearms, vehicles, radios and Intoxilyzers. Demonstrated skill in the efficient and safe use of firearms and motor vehicles, including the operation of vehicles at high speeds and under adverse road conditions. Ability to learn a considerable amount of factual material relating to laws, ordinances, procedures and regulations, and apply this knowledge to on-the-job situations. Ability to comprehend and interpret laws, ordinances and regulations. Ability to understand sometimes complex oral and written instructions and to act upon them accordingly. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, exercising considerable judgment to determine a proper course of action, in some instances without consulting a supervisor. Ability to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports. Ability to assist persons undergoing emotional stress or mental disorder while maintaining a professional and objective posture. Ability to exercise appropriate physical actions in the arrest and restraint of persons to insure the safety of all persons. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow officers, supervisors, complainants, crime victims and suspects, witnesses and the general public.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed indoors and outdoors in a variety of environments in all weather conditions. Work requirements include being able to see (Corrected vision shall be at least 20 / 30 (Snellen) in each eye. Uncorrected vision worse than 20 / 100 shall wear soft contact lenses to meet corrected vision requirements. Uncorrected vision of 20 / 100 or better may wear glasses with frames to meet the corrected vision requirement. Color discrimination, binocular coordination and peripheral vision must be normal.) Additional requirements are the ability to talk and hear (have no significant hearing loss), sit and stand, read and write, walk, run, bend, stoop and the ability to lift or move fifty (50) pounds; use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms and shift from minimal level of physical exertion to high stress / high level of physical exertion at a moment's notice.

Hiring Process Details

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING : Graduation from a senior high school or possession of the equivalent GED certificate.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS : Be a citizen of the United States. Be 21 years of age or older. Be of good moral fitness, as determined by a thorough background investigation. Be free of any conviction for any felony; any misdemeanor involving violent behavior; or unlawful use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of a controlled substance, narcotic or dangerous drug. Pass a written test and oral interview as prescribed by the Sheriff's Office. Be willing to work weekends, holidays, varying shifts and extra hours. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment may be a condition of employment. Must pass a general physical examination as required by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and a comprehensive psychological examination. Possession of a Basic Certificate from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and Law Enforcement Data Systems (LEDS) certification within one year of hire date are required. Must possess and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR card including instruction of the operation of Automatic External Defibrillators. Additionally, meet the standards set forth in OAR 259-008-0010.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in a variety of environments in all weather conditions. Work requirements include being able to see (Corrected vision shall be at least 20 / 30 (Snellen) in each eye. Uncorrected vision worse than 20 / 100 shall wear soft contact lenses to meet corrected vision requirements. Uncorrected vision of 20 / 100 or better may wear glasses with frames to meet the corrected vision requirement. Color discrimination, binocular coordination and peripheral vision must be normal.) Additional requirements are the ability to talk and hear (have no significant hearing loss), sit and stand, read and write, walk, run, bend, stoop and the ability to lift or move fifty (50) pounds; use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms and shift from minimal level of physical exertion to high stress / high level of physical exertion at a moment's notice.

Bilingual Pay : Employees who are fluent in Spanish (and possibly Russian and / or American Sign Language) and use these skills while on duty will receive an additional 5% per month after passing a Standardized Language Fluency test administered by Linn County. Bilingual Pay is awarded at the discretion of the Sheriff.

Benefit Information :

Job Requirements

Age : 21

US Citizen : Lawfully work within the US

High School Grad / GED : Yes

Valid OREGON State Driver's License : Yes

Ability to Read / Speak English : Yes

Vision : Department of Public Safety Standards and Training requirement of 20 / 30 corrected

Necessary Certifications :

Be able to be certified as a corrections officer by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training - DPSST Minimum Standards of Employment as a Law Enforcement Officer are located at (Administrative Rule 259-008-0010).

Minimum requirements for both Entry Level and Lateral Candidates : Must meet the following State Department of Public Safety Standards and Training requirements :

Must meet the following Linn County Requirements :

Background Check :

Finalists for this position will be subject to an extensive background investigation. Some issues that might cause an applicant to be withheld from further consideration include, but are not limited to the following :

Driving Disqualifiers :

Must be a competent and licensed operator of vehicles in the State of Oregon.

Drug Use Disqualifiers :

No arrests or convictions for any felony or any misdemeanor crimes involving the unlawful use, possession, delivery, or manufacturing of a controlled substance, narcotic or dangerous drug.

Additional Disqualifiers :

Must pass a thorough background investigation, psychological exam, medical exam including drug screen, and integrity interview that establishes strong moral character. Any conduct that could compromise the integrity of the employee, other employees, the Sheriff's Office or the County will be closely evaluated. Failure to read and follow directions may also disqualify candidates.

The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.

Tentative Hiring Process :

Full Job Description & Details :

Please refer to the official Linn County job description for this position located here :

A Criminal Deputy with the Linn County Sheriff's Office is eligible for the following benefits :

Certification - up to 9%

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Salary : $63,708 - $80,220