Deputy Sheriff

REQUIREMENTS: * U.S. citizen. * Must be at least 21 years of age. * No convictions by any state or federal government of a crime punishable by imprisonment in state or federal prison. * Must have good moral character as determined through background investigation. * Must pass a physical examination by licensed physician to meet physical requirements, such as: vision correctable to 20/20 and have normal color perception, weight proportionate to height and hearing test. * Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate. * Driving record must be free of convictions for hazardous moving violations within the previous three years. * Must possess a valid Oregon driver's license at time of appointment. * Must pass a 12th grade reading and writing exam. * Within one year of employment, must possess basic certification issued by Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, LEDS certification, First Aid/CPR certification and certifications related to equipment operated. PREFERED: * Prefer experience as uniformed police officer and/or Associate's Degree in law enforcement OR satisfactory combination of education, experience and training. DUTIES: * Patrol State Parks, county and forest roads and highways, business and residential areas and waterways in the enforcement of traffic and criminal law, water safety laws and regulations. * Conduct security checks. Serve warrants of arrest, summons and civil process papers. * Respond to and investigate traffic accidents, crimes and complaints. Secure scene as necessary. Conduct interviews; gather statements of offenders and witnesses. Receive evidence, includes fingerprints, photos, etc., and assure chain of control. Execute search warrants. * Arrest and book suspects, transport prisoners to institutions, courts, hospitals and extraditions. Appear in court as a witness. * Respond to and assist in a variety of public safety emergencies. Assist in search and rescue operations. Pick up, impound or destroy loose and/or wounded animals. * Prepare reports and maintain records necessary for efficient investigations, crime prevention, prosecution and office procedures. * Represent the Sheriff's Office to the public; answer questions, educate public; interpret laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. * Investigate unattended deaths; serve as deputy medical examiner.