Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Patrol Deputy  Category Law Enforcement   Description The Morrow County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a Patrol Deputy position. Entry-level minimum qualifications include: High school graduate or completed a GED program; must be 21 years of age; must be a U.S. citizen; must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Oregon Driver’s License without suspension or revocation in any state; successfully pass a drug test and full background investigation; shall not have been convicted of a felony or crime in which a maximum term of imprisonment of one year may be imposed; shall not have been convicted of a violation of any law involving narcotics; be of good moral and ethical character certifiable as a Police Officer in the state of Oregon based on standards established by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); must successfully complete the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standard and Training (DPSST) basic police academy and 18 months probationary period. Must pass a written test, oral interview, and medical exam; must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. This is a full-time position with an excellent benefits package. Pay ranges, DOE: Basic Certification: $27.39 - $37.90 DOE Intermediate Certification: $28.65 - $39.67 DOE Advanced Certification: $29.96 - $41.48 DOE Uniform & equipment furnished; medical & dental insurance; life insurance; Oregon PERS retirement; Holiday pay; sick leave; vacation leave; certification incentive pay & assigned vehicle. For questions, please contact the Morrow County Sheriff's Office at 541-676-5317.   Position Requirements Entry level minimum qualifications include: High school graduate or completed a GED program; must be 21 years of age; must be a U.S. citizen; must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Oregon Driver’s License without suspension or revocation in any state; successfully pass a drug test and full background investigation; shall not have been convicted of a felony or crime in which a maximum term of imprisonment of one year may be imposed; shall not have been convicted of a violation of any law involving narcotics; be of good moral and ethical character certifiable as a Police Officer in the state of Oregon based on standards established by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); must successfully complete the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standard and Training (DPSST) basic police academy and 18 months probationary period. Must pass written test, oral interview and medical exam; must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Lateral hires must have current Oregon DPSST certification, or certification in another state with the ability to obtain Oregon Certification and three 3 years’ experience as a Police Officer/Patrol Deputy assigned to field duties. (Oregon certification preferred.) Requires ability to work without direct supervision in emergencies, and exercise considerable independent judgment and discretion. The position of patrol deputy requires the individual to be able to work any shift, any day, including weekends and holidays. Overtime and callouts may be required with very little notice. Individual should have a willingness to help citizens and businesses throughout the communities they serve.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Wage   Position Patrol Deputy   Close Date   Number of Openings 4   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Req Number LAW-24-00001   Open Date 1/30/2024   Location Morrow County Sheriff's Office   About the Organization Morrow County is located east of the Cascades in north-central Oregon. The beautiful Columbia River is the northern border of Morrow County, with easy access to the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway and the Umatilla National Forest. Morrow County contains more than one million acres of gently rolling plains and broad plateaus. Morrow County Government is home to over 125 employees, give or take, depending on the season. The County has offices located in Heppner, Lexington, Boardman, and Irrigon and consists of over 20 departments that provide a wide variety of services to the Citizens.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Administrative Technical Specialist in Heppner, OR Posted on: 2/27/2024 [Apply Now] Compliance Planner in Irrigon, OR Posted on: 4/1/2024 [Apply Now] Transit Dispatcher in Irrigon, OR Posted on: 12/11/2023 [Apply Now] Transit Driver I in Irrigon, OR Posted on: 2/26/2024 [Apply Now] Public Health Translator / Interpreter (per diem) in Boardman, OR Posted on: 4/2/2024 [Apply Now]

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