The following are minimum standards and examples that may cause your rejection for consideration as an applicant with Lane County's Community Justice & Rehabilitation Services. This list is not all-inclusive but does cover some typical examples.


  • Must be 18 years of age by the date of appointment.
  • Must be a high school graduated or have successfully passed G.E.D. equivalency test.
  • Application and background information must be furnished completely, accurately, legibly, truthfully, without deception, gross error or pertinent omissions.
  • Applicants convicted of felony crimes will not be considered to advance further in the process.
  • Conviction of DUII within last three years.
  • History of drug sales or of drug use including marijuana, methamphetamine, LSD, etc., without proof of satisfactory rehabilitation.
  • Conviction of some misdemeanor crimes may be cause for rejection.
  • Conviction of domestic violence.
  • Multiple arrests without conviction.
  • Multiple traffic violations (for example: three moving violations in the last twelve months may cause rejection).
  • Conviction of major traffic crimes within last three years.
  • Multiple bankruptcies of repeated failure to pay just debts.
  • History of habitual use of alcohol without proven rehabilitation, including driving under the influence.
  • History of mental, psychological or personality disorders, to include threats of self-destruction or suicide.
  • History indication a propensity for violence, assault or inability to control one’s temper and anger even under provoking circumstances.
  • History of multiple involvements in neighborhood disputes.
  • History of association with known criminals other than family members.
  • Any statement written or spoken that is verified to be untruthful.
  • Termination for cause or termination during probationary period from pervious law enforcement or criminal justice employment.
  • History of any conduct that could reasonably be concluded would adversely affect the veracity, credibility, and/or ability to reach sound decisions and use good judgment in performance of duties.
  • History of injury or disability that may hinder ability to perform duties of an Office Assistant when reasonable accommodation cannot be made.
  • A personal history that would bring disrepute, embarrassment, or lack of public support to the Lane County Administration Department, if appointed.
  • Violation of department policies and/or procedures, rules and regulations after appointment to position.
  • Record over the past three years of excessive absenteeism or tardiness during your employment.
  • A history of job instability reflected by multiple changes in jobs and/or occupation over that past three years.
  • Failure to successfully complete or pass any portion of the selection process for his position.
  • Dishonorable discharge from military service for any of the reasons stated here.