Linn County Sheriff's Office
1115 SE Jackson Street
Albany, Oregon 97322
Phone: (541) 967-3950
Updated: July 30, 2024
Position Title: Deputy Sheriff (Criminal Patrol) – Entry Level and Lateral Candidates
The Linn County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting for Deputy Sheriff (Criminal Patrol) positions, both Entry Level and Lateral candidates, and is building an ongoing eligibility list for current and future positions. This recruitment may close at any time without further notice.
Job Details: Job Classification: Deputy Sheriff (Criminal Patrol)
Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
Salary Information: $5,155 to $6,491 per month (base salary)
Location: Linn County, Oregon
Eligibility Requirements: Age: 21 years or older at the time of employment Citizenship: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Education: High School Diploma or GED required Driver's License: Valid Oregon State Driver's License required Vision: Must meet the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) requirement of 20/30 corrected vision Certifications: Must be able to be certified as a police officer by DPSST Entry Level Candidates:
Testing: All entry-level candidates must complete the Frontline and ORPAT tests. A passing score of 65% or higher on the video exam is required. The ORPAT must be completed with a time of 5:30 or less.
Lateral Candidates:
Experience: Please include previous experience in your application. Salary compensation will be based on current experience level and pay. Testing through the National Testing Network (Frontline and ORPAT) is not required for lateral applicants at this time.
Benefits Information:
Comprehensive health coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including medical, vision, prescription, dental, and optional life insurance, as well as long-term disability.
Potential additional pay for education, bilingual skills, special assignments, certification, and longevity.
Enrollment in a retirement plan through the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
Paid vacation, personal, and sick time.
On-site fitness facility available 24/7.
Yearly equipment allowance and provided uniforms with dry cleaning services.
Background Check:
Finalists will be subject to an extensive background investigation, which includes but is not limited to:
Criminal History: No felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions for domestic violence, dishonesty, or crimes resulting in serious physical injury to another. Driving Record: Must be a competent and licensed operator of vehicles in Oregon. Drug Use: No arrests or convictions for any felony or misdemeanor crimes involving unlawful substances. Additional Disqualifiers: Must pass a psychological exam, medical exam, including drug screening, and an integrity interview. Any conduct compromising the integrity of the employee, the Sheriff's Office, or the County will be closely evaluated. Hiring Process:
Review of NTN testing scores (Frontline National & ORPAT)
Review of NEOGOV Application
Informal face-to-face interview for eligible and invited applicants (includes a short job tour)
Formal oral board interview for eligible and invited applicants
Conditional offer of employment extended to selected top candidates
Pre-employment background investigation
Pre-employment medical evaluation and drug screening
Pre-employment psychological evaluation
For further details, please refer to the official Linn County job description for this position.
#J-18808-Ljbffr