Lieutenant

Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the closing date listed above.

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

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About the Opportunity:

We envision Washington County as the safest urban county in Oregon by building strong community partnerships, providing excellent customer service, practicing prudent fiscal operations, and embracing excellence.

The Washington County's Sheriff's Office is currently looking for skilled law enforcement professionals that can effectively lead a variety of Sheriff's Office (SO) operations and unit/division activities. Ideal candidates will have proven administrative skills that can also manage complex projects to successful completion. Must have the ability to navigate interpersonal relationships with individuals and groups that have competing interests. Finally, candidates must be skilled at managing personnel issues effectively and in a way that demonstrates SO core values:

• Do your best;
• Do the right thing; and
• Treat others the way you want to be treated.

As aLieutenant,you willlead, plan, organize, and manage a variety of law enforcement operations and unit/division activities within the Washington County Sheriff's Office. These activities include: investigations, patrol, jail operations and administration, criminal records, internal services, and a variety of general administrative leadership roles.Incumbents perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Duties may include:

• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff involved in investigation, patrol, jail, services, or other administrative leadership posts.

• Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives. Establishes schedules and methods for assigned posts or work units/divisions. Implements policies and procedures that support Sheriff's Office goals, values, and operational activities.

• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities. Recommends improvements and modifications. Prepares various reports on operations and activities.

• Supervises major crime scenes. Participates in criminal investigations and prepares cases for court and District Attorney's office. Provides credible testimony in court settings.

• Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment. Enforces a safe workplace. Establishes a culture of teamwork and communication. Creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values. Actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.

• Conducts special departmental investigations for traffic accidents involving department personnel. Responds to complaints filed against officers; conducts internal affairs investigations. Makes recommendations to mitigate problems to appropriate agencies/Departments.

• Acts as departmental liaison to various law enforcement agencies and multi-agency councils. Cooperates with them in apprehension of criminals.

• Directs, coordinates, or supervises special departmental projects or programs including search and rescue operations, tactical negotiations team, emergency management, special narcotic programs, and deaf communicator programs.

• Participates in intergovernmental and multi-jurisdictional meetings and conferences.

• Participates in budget preparation and administration. Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations. Submits justifications for requests. Monitors and controls expenditures within assigned program areas.

• Participates in the selection of staff; provides or coordinates staff training. Works with employees to correct deficiencies. Participates in and implements discipline process and outcomes.

• Answers questions and provides information to the public. Investigates complaints and recommends corrective action necessary to resolve complaints.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a Master's Degree in police science or a related field and at least six (6) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of certified law enforcement professionals; OR

• Bachelor's Degree in police science or a related field and at least eight (8) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of and administration of personnel functions for certified law enforcement professionals; OR

• Associate's Degree in police science or a related field and at least ten (10) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of and administration of personnel functions for certified law enforcement professionals; OR

• Twelve (12) years of work experience in law enforcement, of which three (3) years of this work must be in direct supervision of and administration of personnel functions for certified law enforcement professionals.

ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have or be able to obtain a passing score on practical pistol course.

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.

• Must be able to pass an extensive background check.

• Must possess an advanced certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or meet published DPSST requirements for advanced certification at time of appointment.

• Must possess a supervisory certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or meet published DPSST requirements for supervisory certification at time of appointment.

To review the full information of the Lieutenant position, please use the following link here.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

1.Apply Online! Submit Applicationby the application deadline.

• Applicants must submit an online employment application which includes thorough answers to the supplemental questions.

2. Information Session: Join WCSO Leadership & Human Resources for a candidate information session.

• Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM & Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

• Location: 215 SW Adams Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97123, Services Conference Room

3. Minimum Qualification Review:An evaluation of education, training and work experience of submitted application packets will be performed by Human Resources.

4. Mandatory Lieutenant Candidate Orientation (by invitation only):Once you are notified by HR that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to attend one of the orientations.The Lieutenant Candidate Orientationwill provide information to assist applicants with the Lieutenant Assessment Center (as described below).

• Orientations are expected to occur onWednesday, March 11, 2026, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM and Thursday, March 12, 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Invitations will be sent directly to qualified candidates only.

• Failure to attend this mandatory orientationwill result in disqualification.Please notify Human Resources if you are unable to attend to make alternative arrangements.

5. Lieutenant Assessment Center (by invitation only):The assessment center will consist of multiple elements/exercises that will be evaluated in four parts. Details about the Lieutenant Assessment Centers and the types of exercises will be covered in the Mandatory Candidate Orientation sessions.Each exercise will be evaluated by a group of subject matter experts (SME's) consisting of WCSO leadership, representatives from other County departments, and representatives from jurisdictional/community partners.

• The Assessment Center will be held onTuesday, March 17, 2026 & Wednesday, March 18, 2026, TIME: TBA.The final schedule will depend on the number of candidates being assessed.

Our Commitment to You
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference:
If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link:Veterans Preference Points Instructions(Download PDF reader).

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources503-846-8606, or e-mail at:careers@washingtoncountyor.govat least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

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