Lateral Entry Patrol Deputy

Summary

Patrol DeputyThis is a full-time, sworn (Commissioned) position within the Criminal Division of the Island County Sheriff's Office which requires a Civil Service Examination. Read this announcement thoroughly - it contains vital information about the Application and Civil Service Examination process. All notifications regarding this process will be sent to you by email, unless you express a preference otherwise by written notice. Applicant must have a current Peace Officer Certification in the State of Washington or a state with reciprocity recognized by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center (graduation from an approved law enforcement training academy and ability to meet standards prescribed by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission for equivalency as set forth in WAC 139-05-21); successful completion of Field Training Program as a fulltime, paid, commissioned officer for a City, County, State, Tribal, or Federal Agency. Applicant must also be a First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Industrial First Aid Certified, with a valid CPR endorsement, prior to the completion of the one (1) year probationary period. All applicants must meet minimum qualifications: Attainment of the minimum age of 21 years. No maximum age requirement. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid Washington State Driver License. Be a high school graduate or possess GED certification. Be a United States Citizen who can read and write the English language (RCW 41.14.100) BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. Paid vacations, sick leave and holidays. Uniforms and duty gear provided on initial hire and annual clothing allowance. 4 day work week. LEOFF Trust Plan F Retirement.Duties include those set forth in this link Job Description for Patrol Deputy.Island County offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs: Medical: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents. In addition, the County provides an annual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (determined by Medical plan selected). Dental: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available). Life and Disability Insurance: Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents. Retirement: Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred-compensation plans are also available). Life Flight: Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage. 11 paid holidays each year Generous paid time off and Washington-required sick leave Flexible Spending Account (optional) Wellness programs Employee assistance program Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid) Additional benefits are available to be elected (employee-paid). Student debt? Working for Island County can provide relief! Island County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full time employees. See for more details. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible Island County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

Job Description

Patrol DeputyThis is a full-time, sworn (Commissioned) position within the Criminal Division of the Island County Sheriff's Office which requires a Civil Service Examination. Read this announcement thoroughly - it contains vital information about the Application and Civil Service Examination process. All notifications regarding this process will be sent to you by email, unless you express a preference otherwise by written notice. Applicant must have a current Peace Officer Certification in the State of Washington or a state with reciprocity recognized by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center (graduation from an approved law enforcement training academy and ability to meet standards prescribed by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission for equivalency as set forth in WAC 139-05-21); successful completion of Field Training Program as a fulltime, paid, commissioned officer for a City, County, State, Tribal, or Federal Agency. Applicant must also be a First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Industrial First Aid Certified, with a valid CPR endorsement, prior to the completion of the one (1) year probationary period. All applicants must meet minimum qualifications: Attainment of the minimum age of 21 years. No maximum age requirement. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid Washington State Driver License. Be a high school graduate or possess GED certification. Be a United States Citizen who can read and write the English language (RCW 41.14.100) BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. Paid vacations, sick leave and holidays. Uniforms and duty gear provided on initial hire and annual clothing allowance. 4 day work week. LEOFF Trust Plan F Retirement.Duties include those set forth in this link Job Description for Patrol Deputy.Island County offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs: Medical: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents. In addition, the County provides an annual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (determined by Medical plan selected). Dental: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available). Life and Disability Insurance: Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents. Retirement: Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred-compensation plans are also available). Life Flight: Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage. 11 paid holidays each year Generous paid time off and Washington-required sick leave Flexible Spending Account (optional) Wellness programs Employee assistance program Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid) Additional benefits are available to be elected (employee-paid). Student debt? Working for Island County can provide relief! Island County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full time employees. See for more details. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible Island County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.