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Washington County, OR jobs

Recruit Deputy (Jail AND Patrol Divisions)

Washington County, OR
$77,729.60 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, clothing allowance
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
155 North 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2024

THE POSITION

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION
There are specific instructions for applying with the Washington County Sheriff's Office and you could be disqualified from consideration if you do not follow these instructions.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is actively recruiting to create a pool of candidates eligible for current and future Recruit Deputy vacancies in our Patrol and Jail Divisions. To learn more, visit: Join WCSO.
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A DEPUTY POSITION AT WASHINTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE YOU MUST:
  • Click the "Apply" button on the top right to submit an application AND submit a current National Testing Network (NTN) score to WCSO OR provide proof of a bachelor's degree to satisfy this requirement.
To submit your current score to WCSO please visit: www.Nationaltestingnetwork.com .
Not sure which NTN test to take?
QUESTIONS:
Please contact JoinWCSO@washingtoncountyor.gov if you have any questions about submitting scores.


WCSO Test Standards:
  • FrontLine National NTN test exam - Scores of at least 70% on the reading and written sections, and 65% on the video section are passing.
  • Corrections - REACT exam with a scores of at least 70% on all three (3) sections of the test are passing.
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Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Please refer to the Recruit Deputy Classification Specification or Jail Recruit Deputy Specification for the official job description and list of essential job duties.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Age: Must be at least 21 years of age by hire date.
  • Education: High school graduate or possess GED certificate of high school equivalency.
  • Criminal Record: No felony convictions; misdemeanor convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
  • Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
  • Certifications: Must be able to attain certification by the Oregon DPSST after one (1) year with the Washington County Sheriff's Office.
  • Citizenship: A Jail Recruit Deputy must obtain U.S. citizenship within 12 months of hire; A Patrol Recruit Deputy must obtain U.S. citizenship within 18 months of hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

STEPS IN THE HIRING PROCESS
If you have questions, please contact Washington Sheriff's Office Recruitment Team at: JoinWCSO@washingtoncountyor.gov OR call (503) 846-5646.
To be considered for a Recruit Deputy position (Jail AND Patrol), all applicants must successfully complete the following:

STEP 1: Complete Your Employment Application

STEP 2: Complete applicable National Testing Network (NTN) test.; OR provide proof of a bachelor's degree to satisfy this requirement.

STEP 3: Physical Ability Test (PAT): Click here to watch demonstration. Note: WCSO does not utilize the push-pull machine.

STEP 4: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) - Candidates MUST complete the online PHQ in its entirety, through the link sent to you from Guardian Alliance Technologies.

STEP 5: Pre-Suitability Test - This test evaluates an applicant's characteristics and match for the certified law enforcement profession.

STEP 6: Full background investigation and interview.

STEP 7: Ride Along and Jail Job Shadow - Candidates are required to complete both a patrol ride along and jail job shadow.

STEP 8: Panel Interview

STEP 9: Commander Interview and Conditional Job Offer. (Conditional on passing step 10.)

STEP 10: Post Offer Physical and Psychological Evaluation - The evaluations are completed by a third party; licensed medical doctor and a licensed psychologist.

MORE INFORMATION:
Have questions? Read through this entire job announcement, especially the supplemental questions which includes information about Steps in the Hiring Process, Transferring Test Scores, Out-of-Area Candidates, and MORE. Still can't find an answer? Visit our WCSO Employment website.

ELIGIBLE LIST:
If your name is placed on the Eligible List, you will be notified and informed of the dates the list will be in effect. It will be in effect for six (6) months from the list date and may be renewed for another six (6) months at the discretion of the Washington County Human Resources Division.

Veterans' Preference:
 If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions by clicking here .

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
 Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail at : careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings. We highly recommend subscribing to text messaging notifications.

Additional Resources:
  • New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process.
  • For technical support, contact Government Job's Live Application Support at 855-524-5627.

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