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Patrol Deputy Openings

Patrol Deputy, Lateral

(Experienced)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

 

We're actively recruiting highly motivated, self-directed candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills to create a pool of candidates eligible for current and future vacancies for Patrol Deputy (Lateral, Experienced).

This recruitment is for experienced law-enforcement professionals only. It’s open to applicants who are currently or have been certified as a basic police officer within the last five (5) years and have completed at least eighteen (18) months of law-enforcement experience as a uniformed civilian peace officer. Oregon Department of Standards and Training (DPSST) maintains authority to determine acceptable lateral transfer of out of state certification to Oregon.

You must pass the Frontline exam (unless you’re DPSST-certified or possess a bachelor’s degree or higher) as well as a background investigation, post-offer pre-employment drug test, and physical and psychological exams.



Patrol Deputy, Recruit

(Entry-Level)

CLOSES: Monday, Nov. 2, 2026

Before you apply: Take a look at the Patrol Deputy hiring process checklist.

 

We're actively recruiting highly motivated, self-directed candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills to create a pool of candidates eligible for current and future vacancies for Patrol Deputy, Recruit.



Future Patrol Deputy (Recruit, Entry-Level) openings:
TBA

Jail Deputy Openings

Jail Deputy, Lateral

(Experienced)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

 

We're actively recruiting highly motivated, self-directed candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills to create a pool of candidates eligible for current and future vacancies for Jail Deputy (Experienced, Lateral).

Our Jail Deputies enjoy opportunities to work on a wide range of special teams and assignments including; Search and Rescue, Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Team, Courthouse Security, Electronic Home Detention and more.


Jail Deputy, Recruit

(Entry-Level)

CLOSES: Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026

Before you apply: Take a look at the Jail Deputy hiring process checklist.

 

We're actively recruiting highly motivated, self-directed candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills to create a pool of candidates eligible for current and future vacancies for Jail Deputy (Recruit, Entry-Level).

Our Jail Deputies enjoy opportunities to work on a wide range of special teams and assignments including; Search and Rescue, Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Team, Courthouse Security, Electronic Home Detention and more.

Jail Deputies work three 12-hour shifts, plus one 8-hour shift every other week.


Future Jail Deputy (Recruit, Entry-Level) openings:
TBA

Professional Staff Openings

Community Service Officer

CLOSES: Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. (Pacific)

 

We’re looking for a Community Service Officer (CSO) to provide public information and administrative support to uniformed personnel in the Sheriff's Office, Patrol Division. 

The CSO is an unarmed, uniformed position that supports the Sheriff’s Office by assisting the public and providing a variety of services which includes assisting sworn deputies with some of their more routine duties. This work is done in one of several secure Sheriff’s facilities and involves significant contact with the public to supply or gather information by telephone or in person, provide law enforcement related services, take police reports, and assist law enforcement personnel in administrative functions.

The Sheriff's Office is seeking individuals who enjoy working with the public and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Competitive candidates will have strong administrative support/office skills, outstanding communication and customer service skills, excellent multitasking abilities, proficiency with computers, and a desire to work in a law enforcement environment. Previous experience in a law enforcement agency is preferred.

This is a civilian classification that does not require full certification under the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.  


Parole & Probation Technician

CLOSES: Monday, Oct. 19, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. (Pacific)

 

We’re looking for a Parole & Probation Technician (classified as a Human Services Assistant). This position will review client cases and program eligibility, conduct client interviews, monitor compliance, maintain records, write correspondence, coordinate outreach activities, and perform other support activities for the Parole & Probation Division’s various programs.

The most competitive candidate will have education and/or training in criminal justice, social or behavioral sciences or a related field and have work experience involving justice-involved clients or those in a treatment or correctional setting.  Additionally, strong candidates will have previous experience to effectively case manage clients with different backgrounds and behaviors and provide counseling and motivation to support change.


Parole & Probation Openings

Parole & Probation Officer 2

(Experienced)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

 

Our Parole & Probation Division is seeking experienced, qualified and motivated individuals for Parole & Probation Officer 2. 

The Parole & Probation Officer 2 position is fully experienced and includes the use of limited peace officer powers. 

The position requires day-to-day interaction with adults on supervision using basic corrections knowledge and interpersonal communication skills and holds a current Basic Parole and Probation certificate.  

Parole and Probation Officers will be required to carry firearms issued by the Division in the performance of their duties.

The most competitive candidates will have:

  • Knowledge of basic concepts and principles of social and corrections case and group work, criminal laws, and the criminal justice system; and

  • Demonstrated skills to effectively work with adults on supervision placed on parole and probation.