About the Position
To monitor and control interior access to the jail; to transmit messages via telephone, intercom, computer and radio; to handle internal and external communications; to perform a variety of tasks associated with monitoring movements within the jail; and to perform related duties as assigned.
About the Division
The Sheriff's Office, committed to justice and integrity, is sworn to protect and honored to serve the residents and visitors of Lane County.
The Sheriff’s Office provides an array of correctional services including a jail, a community corrections center (work-release), and out-of-custody programs such as community service and an inmate work crew.
Deputies provide patrol of urban, suburban and rural areas, including timberlands, waterways, and coastal dune areas.
Schedule: Must be available to work all days and shifts, including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays. Overtime may be required.
*This is an LCPOA union represented position*
QUALIFICATIONS:
Training:
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience:
- One year responsible clerical experience in a position involving heavy public contact which requires multi-task handling, teamwork, responding to irate or upset customers, filing and cash handling, preferably within the law enforcement or corrections field.
- An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Special Requirements:
- Possession of a valid Oregon Driver's License at the time of appointment.
- Possession of LEDS certification or ability to obtain within six months of initial appointment.
Employment for Facility Security Officer is contingent upon successful completion of:
- GAME and CAST testing will be scheduled for applicants who are successful in the oral board phase.
- Pre-Employment Background Check.
- Interview: All eligible candidates will be contacted by phone to schedule a date and time for an interview.
- Background Investigation: A thorough background investigation will be conducted including a psychological examination, an evaluation with a psychologist, and a medical examination with a drug screen and TB test.
- Lane County Sheriff's Office examples of minimum standards and disqualifying factors
*Rejection for employment with our department does not preclude an applicant from applying for another position of employment with Lane County.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.40 - $31.32 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 1 year
Work Location: In person