Reserve Deputy Sheriff - Enforcement
Reserve Deputy Sheriff - Enforcement
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Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
The Marion County Sheriffs Office is seeking applicants to join our team as a volunteer un-paid Reserve Deputy Sheriff. Marion County Reserves have been serving our community for decades. Their mission is to supplement the Sheriffs Office staff. We are currently recruiting for reserves to begin the Mid Valley Reserve Training (MVRT) in fall of 2025.
This opportunity will give you insight into the Sheriffs Office and all the functions we provide including our Institutions and Parole and Probation divisions. Reserves gain experiences training which make them marketable for a career in law enforcement.
Volunteering as a Marion County Sheriffs Office Reserve Deputy is unlike any other volunteer program. Reserve Deputies provide 24 hours of service per month requiring a commitment from the volunteer and the volunteers family. Reserve Deputies are required to pay for some of their equipment.
There are limited special events such as crime scene security and other details compensated at the Entry Level Deputy Trainee pay rate.
Typical Duties - Duties include but are not limited to the following
- Time commitment is a minimum of 12 hours per month and attending monthly meetings.
Patrol
Serves and protects the public and enforces local and state laws. Observes and/or investigates pursues apprehends detains cites and/or restrains and escorts suspected law violators to a custody facility.
Criminal/Traffic Investigations
Interviews victims witnesses and suspects. Conducts background investigations. Employs sensitivity and compassion when communicating with victims and the public.
Evidence
Identifies documents photographs measures and collects evidence at crime scenes and later presents the evidence through testimony in court.
Computerized Report Writing
Operates a computer to document each investigation with a complete understandable brief and accurate written report.
Public Relations
Builds personal contacts with the public on a proactive basis. Provides crime prevention and deterrence training to the public. Maintains a high level of visibility in the community. Prepares and delivers oral presentations to the public at forums such as schools community meetings etc.
Emergencies
Applies department policy and uses judgment under stressful circumstances while responding to and/or reacting to hazardous emergency situations.
Hazardous Materials
Utilizes training to recognize and report hazardous material incidents.
Civil Process
Effects personal service of subpoenas summons writs restraining orders and other civil papers on the public.
Communication
Utilizes training to converse over a two-way radio cellular telephone and computer mail via workstation and Data System (MDS).
Maintains Proficiency
Completes firearms qualifications at or above a standard marksmanship score; asserts above average driving skills under stressful and non-stressful conditions. Maintains knowledge of laws and court decisions. Reviews briefing information on a daily basis.
Observations
Observes activities in assigned area notes law violations performs security checks and maintains a high degree of alertness over long periods of time. Gathers and disseminates intelligence information. Requirements for the Position
- REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITIONMust meet the following State Department of Public Safety Standards and Training requirements:
- United States Citizen within one year of employment
- At least 21 years of age at the time of employment (Marion County Sheriffs Office will consider applicants who are age 20 if they meet the qualifications of the position and are age 21 within 90 days from the recruitment close date.)
- Possess a high school diploma G.E.D. or 4-year post-secondary degree
- Declared by a physician as able to perform the physical duties required by the occupation
- Of good moral fitness without legal conduct involving moral turpitude dishonesty fraud deceit misrepresentation and conviction of drug and/or sex crimes.
- Information regarding the minimum qualifications and physical requirements for Oregon law enforcement officers is available in section of the Oregon Administrative Rules.
Must meet the following Marion County requirements:- Must possess a valid Oregon drivers license or obtain within 30 days of hire. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: for this position are subject to an extensive background investigation.
- Finalist will be required to pass a psychological and physical exam.
- Ability to hold aim and discharge firearm with sufficient accuracy to maintain minimum department qualifications.
- Must complete Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) within first year of employment.
- This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: STEPS TO MOVE FORWARD
- Applicants must completeONEof the following academic proficiencies:
- Recent (within the past twelve months) FrontLine test withNational Testing Network (NTN); OR
- Possess a four-year post-secondary degree issued by an accredited degree-granting college or university recognized by the Oregon Office of Degree Authorization under the provisions of ORS 348-604; OR
- Successfully completed training resulting in the award of Basic Police certification from Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
- Applicants must completeONEof the following physical proficiencies:
- Recent (within the past twelve months) Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) completed time from an Oregon Law Enforcement organization or authorized testing agency (NTN); OR
- Recent (within the past twelve months) Physical Abilities Test (PAT) completed time from a Military or Law Enforcement related source; OR
- Successfully completed training resulting in the award of Basic Corrections certification from Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
- Applicants must complete the NEOGOV (Marion County Sheriffs Office) application.
- Applicants must completeONEof the following academic proficiencies:
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
