At time of appointment, must possess a valid Oregon driver's license. Furthermore, all appropriate employees are required to participate in mandatory department training in areas of new law updates and fire arms. Minimum standards for employment as a law enforcement officer as well as experience and training requirements for certification levels are established in the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training Act, ORS 181.610 - .690, and reprinted in the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training Policy and Procedures Manual. The employee works independently in administering a complex area of responsibility and confers with supervisor for professional advice. Discretion is required in applying general goal and policy statements, in development of recommendations, policies and procedures and in resolving program problems.
Work is accomplished within a broad framework, with authority and responsibility in area of service.
Periodic reviews of work performance are conducted in terms of expected results. Incumbent contributes to modification of existing department guidelines by recommending changes or adapting guidelines. A reasonable amount of driving is involved.