ATV & Marine Patrol Deputy

Umatilla County

ATV & Marine Patrol Deputy- Seasonal / Limited Duration Position # 24.49

SALARY : $32.97 / hr- This is a non-benefited position with no hour guarantee

CLOSING : Open Until Filled

DEPARTMENT : Sheriff's Office

Description :

The ATV Deputy position is a sworn Deputy Sheriff. They are responsible for enforcing state ATV and traffic laws, safety, and promoting ATV safety education on trail systems within Umatilla County. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, patrolling trail systems within Umatilla County; conducting ATV safety examinations; and issuing warnings or citations for ATV violations. Incumbent will also conduct crash investigations, enforce DUII laws, and respond to ATV related complaints, calls, and questions.

The Marine Deputy position is a sworn Deputy Sheriff. They are responsible for patrolling all waterway areas within Umatilla County, enforcing state, county and federal laws; investigating crimes and citizen complaints as well as other matters relating to law enforcement and water safety in the county. The position participates in the achievement of departmental goals, with a strong emphasis towards community-oriented policing.

Seasonal, temporary, limited duration : Work schedule will be less than 40 hours per week, including 8 or 10 hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.

The employee actively works toward the Sheriff's Office mission, goals and values, and demonstrates effective participation in the UCSO's Team Rules. Also participates in community policing projects with a service-oriented approach toward police responsibilities in Umatilla County.

Experience and Training

• Must possess an equivalent to graduation from high school, either a diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Minimum age of 21 years.
• United States Citizenship.
• Must have current DPSST certification (current or expired), or be a certified police officer (may
• be from a different jurisdiction)
• Must pass a physical examination, vision and hearing tests, a psychological examination, and an extensive background check.
• Ability to maintain firearms qualifications.
• Must be free of conviction for a crime other than a minor traffic violation.
• If the incumbent in this position does not possess a current marine certification by the Oregon
• State Marine Board (OSMB), the candidate will be required to attend and pass a mandatory
• two-week academy. Expenses to attend the academy will be covered by the Umatilla County
• Sheriff's Office and OSMB. The time to attend will be considered paid training.
• Must be capable of safely operating an ATV.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Requires the ability to carry out the full scope of the position, including a general knowledge of law enforcement practices, procedures and methods.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze facts.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Sufficient writing skills to prepare reports and related documents.
• Sufficient communication and human relation skills to effectively and successfully deal with various members of the public, to employ appropriate lines of questioning and resolve conflicts.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, fellow employees and with citizens from varied backgrounds.
• The ability to cope with stressful situations while respecting individual rights.
• The ability to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments, climates and inclement weather conditions.

Use of Umatilla County application is MANDATORY and must be submitted via our online portal at . Anyone who qualifies for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment provided for in OAR ; please include proper certification (OAR ) with your application. Any applicant with a disability who needs reasonable accommodation in any step of the application or hiring process to assist or to demonstrate qualifications or to perform the essential functions of the job for which the applicant is applying should inform the Human Resources Department.

Umatilla County provides employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants, without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other status protected by applicable Federal, Oregon, or Local Law.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER