DOES THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE HAVE AN EMPLOYEE TATTOO POLICY?

Yes, per policy, tattoos are allowed with the following guidelines;

• Tattooed make-up giving the appearance of natural color and style is allowed.
• Any tattoo on a hand, wrist, or finger that is contained in a 3” or less circle. Tattoos that cover full hands or fingers are not permitted.
• Tattoos on the back of the neck or in the hairline are allowed if they are contained in a 3” or less circle and invisible when directly facing a person.
• No other visible tattoos are permitted on the head, face, neck, or hands. Hands are considered to be the area below the wrist bone.
• Tattoos depicting racist, indecent, extremist, lawless or offensive themes are prohibited. A tattoo is considered “offensive” if it is sexist, sexual, racist, vulgar, anti-social, violent, or discriminates against any person by virtue of words, symbols, or pictures in the tattoo or body art.
• Tattoos or body art associated with any organization or group that advocates intolerance or discrimination, that bring discredit upon the agency, or that violate common standards of decency or morality, are prohibited.

If you are still unsure, contact the Recruitment Team by email joinwcso@washingtoncountyor.gov or 503-846-JOIN.