Deputy Sheriff, Corrections

ABOUT THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full‑service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol and five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and led by Sheriff Ty

E. Rupert, the Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.

ABOUT THE COUNTY
Deschutes County is the largest employer in Central Oregon and the most populous municipal government in the region. The County workforce of more than 1,250 employees provides services in a variety of departments and offices. Located in the heart of Central Oregon between the Cascade Mountains and the high desert plateau, the County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon and offers a high quality of life with big‑city opportunities and small‑town neighborhoods.

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for Entry‑Level Corrections Deputies. Deputies protect life and property by maintaining security of the Adult Jail, Work Center, Transport and Court Security. Responsibilities include processing inmates in and out of the facility, completing paperwork, communicating with law‑enforcement staff, inmates and the public and safeguarding the safety of staff, inmates and the public.

• Submit an online application.
• Application pre‑screening review.
• Criminal background check.
• Interview(s).
• National Testing Network (NTN) REACT test.
• Statement of Personal History Background Investigation.
• Sheriff/Captain interview.
• Conditional job offer.
• Passing fitness evaluation.
• Medical and psychological evaluation.
• Formal job offer.

All applicants must complete the NTN REACT test, the Concept‑2 Rowing Evaluation and the full background investigation prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment.

• Maintain security and safety of the Adult Jail, inmates, staff and the public.
• Effectively interact and control inmates in a courteous, humane and firm manner.
• Read, understand and interpret laws, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by appointment date and be a U.S. citizen within 12 months of employment.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire date.
• Must pass a pre‑qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.
• Must be willing to work 8, 10 and 12‑hour rotating shift assignments, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job.

• Higher level of education or degree in a related field.
• Additional training or experience in a related field.
• Military experience.

Robust health plan minimal cost, on‑site clinic, pharmacy and wellness services. Life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time off, holidays and professional development opportunities. Full benefit details available upon request.

Additional compensation and wellness pay are available for lateral and certified applicants. Positions are represented by the Deschutes County Sheriff Employees Association (DCSEA).

For more information, please visit the Agency website or contact the Human Resources Office.