Deputy Sheriff - Lateral Police Services Division

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Deputy Sheriff - Lateral Police Services Division

Salary

$32.57 - $43.65 Hourly

Location

Eugene, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202400372

Department

Sheriff's Office

Division

SO PS Main Office Patrol

Opening Date

08/22/2024

Closing Date

9/23/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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DESCRIPTION

Lane County Sheriff's Office

Our Mission: To Conserve the Peace

O ur Service Priorities: Safety; Courtesy; Professionalism

Our Values: Committed to Justice & Integrity; Sworn to Protect Lane County; Honored to Serve

About the Position

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is looking for DPSST Patrol Certified law enforcement officers who are interested in an exciting opportunity to join our team. THE STEPS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE STREAMLINED FROM OUR USUAL PROCESS.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office has a strong family oriented culture employing dedicated and highly motivated deputies who provide police services in a beautiful county encompassing 4,700 square miles. This posting is open to currently certified applicants who will have at least two years of law enforcement patrol experience at time of hire.

Additionally, we offer:

• Pay commensurate with experience.

• 80-hour vacation/leave (PTO) bank at hire, additional 80-hour vacation/leave (PTO) bank at one year.

• Take home vehicle.

• DPSST certification pay 3% intermediate, 3% advanced, if qualified.

• Bilingual pay available if qualified after assessment.

• Abbreviated Academy for out of state applicants.

• Longevity incentive 2.5% at ten years, additional 2.5% every fifth year after.

• Other assignment specific incentives available.

  Our Benefits:

Generous benefit package includes: three health plan options, two dental plan options, County employee wellness center, retirement package includes PERS/IAP/deferred compensation options; free gym membership, generous paid leave accrual, short term and long term disability.

About the process:

• Streamlined process

• No ORPAT or POST

• Open until filled

• Command oral board scheduled around your schedule

• Modified background

• Psychological evaluation – required by DPSST

• Medical evaluation – required by DPSST

  About the Division

The Sheriff's Office, committed to justice and integrity, is sworn to protect and honored to serve the residents and visitors of Lane County.

The Sheriff’s Office provides an array of correctional services including a jail, a community corrections center (work-release), and out-of-custody programs such as community service and an inmate work crew.

Deputies provide patrol of urban, suburban and rural areas, including timberlands, waterways, and coastal dune areas. Police service includes criminal investigation, court security, prisoner transport, process services (criminal and civil).

Schedule : Must be available to work all days and shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Overtime may be required.

This is an LCPOA union represented position

QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience (positions in this class typically require):

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

• Two years of experience dealing with the public.

• An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

  Licensing Requirements:

• Possession of a current Oregon driver's license at the time of appointment.

• Possession of a basic certification in corrections and as a peace officer with the State of Oregon at the time of appointment or the ability to successfully apply for such certification.

  Employment for Deputy Sheriff is contingent upon successful completion of:

  Physical Abilities Test: The Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) will be administered. Visit DPSST ORPAT to review the physical abilities description, preparing for ORPAT, and to view a video of the test.

  • You must pass the physical abilities test in order to be eligible to take the written examination.

  Written Examination: Assesses memory and understanding of oral/written information; reading comprehension; numerical calculations and written communication skills.

  • You must pass the written examination in order to continue to the interview process.

  Interview: All eligible candidates will be contacted by phone to schedule a date and time for an interview.

  • You must pass the interview in order to continue in the hiring process.

  Background Investigation: A thorough background investigation will be conducted including a psychological examination, an evaluation with a psychologist, and a medical examination with a drug screen and TB test .

  • You must pass the background investigation in order to continue in the hiring process.

  Lane County Sheriff's Office examples of minimum standards and disqualifying factors (https://www.lanecountyor.gov/government/county_departments/human_resources/talent_acquisition/Selection_Process/sheriff_s_office_minimum_requirements_process) .

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Deputy Sheriff Classification Details (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/classspecs/1108865?keywords=f002&pagetype=classSpecifications)

Selection Process

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112)

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

*The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.

ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits)

Collective Bargaining Units:

Admin-Pro

AFSCME

AFSCME Nurses

AFSCME Physicians

FOPPO

LCPOA

Local 626

Prosecuting Attorney's

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:

New Year's Day Independence Day

Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day

Presidents' Day Veterans' Day

Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

• I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

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  Do you possess a current Oregon driver's license or will have at time of appointment?

• Yes

• No

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  Have you ever been convicted of a crime, which at the time of conviction was classified as a felony or was punishable at the time of conviction by a term of more than 1 year? (Note: A "yes" answer constitutes an automatic disqualifying condition and you cannot be employed as Deputy Sheriff.)

• Yes

• No

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  Have you ever been convicted of an offense involving the unlawful use, possession, delivery or manufacture of a controlled substance, narcotic or dangerous drug? (Note a "Yes" answer constitutes and automatic disqualifying condition and you cannot be a Deputy Sheriff).

• Yes

• No

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  Are you a current DPSST certified applicant who will have at least two years of law enforcement patrol experience at time of hire?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Lane County

Department

Sheriff's Office

Address

125 E 8th Ave Eugene, Oregon

Website

https://www.lanecountyor.gov

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