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HOOD RIVER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
309 STATE ST
HOOD RIVER, OREGON 97031
541-387-6829

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Updated: April 16, 2021

Job Classification: Patrol Deputy - Lateral

The Hood River County Sheriff's Office is hiring for Lateral Patrol Deputy. To be eligible, candidates must provide a copy of Proof of Certification (or DPSST #) at the time of application. Please apply online at HRC Application during the time the position is open. This position will remain open until filled.

Salary Range: FY 21/22 $4766-5783/month depending on experience; anticipated start date 7-1-2021

Benefit Information: The salary for this position is supplemented by a benefit package, including a choice of Hood River County’s Major medical packages through Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB). Currently, Hood River County pays 85% of the premium for you and dependents on Medical and Vision. Dental coverage is offered to you; up to full family. The County’s contribution may change from year to year. Other benefits included are Life Insurance, Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid vacation, paid sick leave and those benefits required by law. Optional benefits include participation in a 457 B deferred compensation plan and/or a 125 flexible spending plan.

Bi-lingual employees and/or those possessing DPSST Intermediate and Advanced Certificates receive additional compensation. (Certifications: Intermediate 4%, Advanced 8%)

Agency Information: The mission of the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office is to consistently earn the public’s trust by providing the highest quality public safety services with the resources provided to us. We enhance safety, security, and livability by serving and protecting our citizens. Through education, leadership, and partnerships, we promote individual responsibility and community commitment. We strive to make a difference every day and to be the “Go to Agency” in Hood River County that meets and solves the challenges of creating a safer environment and improving our quality of life. The Sheriff Office responsibilities cover the entire spectrum of public safety — 911, parole, and probation, emergency management, law enforcement patrol and investigations, search and rescue, service of legal process of the courts, prisoner transport, court security, off-highway vehicle enforcement, marine patrol, forest patrol, the operation of the NORCOR regional jail, and animal control.

County Information: Hood River County, established in 1908, has a bustling economy that is the result of over a hundred years working with what the environment and climate have to offer. Since 1986, Hood River found itself in the heart of the country’s first National Scenic Area. The beauty and endless recreational opportunities of the windswept gorge brought Hood River County into its present spot as a top tourist destination in the Pacific Northwest. Agricultural, technology and manufacturing industries provide support to the Hood River economy. In addition, this destination stop brings a wide influx of multi-seasonal visitors who want to experience all the gorge has to offer.

Population: 25,480

Job Requirements

Age: 21

US Citizen: Required

High School Grad/GED: Required

Valid OREGON State Driver's License: Required

Ability to Read/Speak English: Required

Vision: Must meet DPSST standards

College: Not required but preferred

Academy Certification: Required within one year of employment

Prior Experience: Not required but preferred

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors: The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office, in compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules conducts a pre-employment background investigation on all position finalists. This comprehensive, in-depth process is required to determine the Moral Fitness, Honesty, Integrity, Character, and Credibility of the individual. The investigation includes all facets of the finalist’s past (education, roommates, family, financial, residential, criminal, and driving). Minimum standards and disqualifiers are defined by Oregon Law. Information about potential disqualifiers can be found here

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Conduct investigations of reported criminal activity; respond to citizen complaints; gather crime scene evidence and take latent fingerprints for use by detectives or other investigative personnel; interview and take statements from victims and offenders.
Patrol County roads, highways, business and residential areas; enforce traffic and criminal laws; operate radar; check property security.
Investigate traffic accidents; determine circumstances, take statements, perform first aid, call ambulances and tow trucks; and offer general assistance.
Conduct investigations of reported civil disturbances and calls for assistance; respond to incidents such as family disputes, public disturbances, animal control, and lost children.
Prepare reports for office, court and state use of investigated disturbances, crimes, accidents, and traffic enforcement; and maintain accurate records of law enforcement activities performed on duty.
Serve subpoenas and warrants of arrest.
Conducts search and rescue operations for lost or injured persons within the contiguous borders of the county.
Make arrests and transport offenders to jail; transport prisoners and patients under custody to institutions and courts.
Assist the public by answering inquiries about laws, regulations, and ordinances; perform various public service activities to aid and inform the public.
Appear in court as a witness

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

Skill in the use of firearms and restraining devices.
Skill driving an automobile in various weather conditions and in high-stress driving conditions.
Ability to speak and write effectively and clearly.
Ability to think clearly and perform effectively in stressful or emergency situations.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the general public, coworkers, diverse groups and backgrounds.
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

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