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MARION COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE 100 HIGH STREET NE SALEM, OREGON 97301 (503)589-3241 http://www.co.marion.or.us/SO/
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Updated: September 08, 2025
Job Classification: Deputy Sheriff - Enforcement - Trainee & Certified
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is building an ongoing eligibility list for current and future Deputy Sheriff positions in Enforcement.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is seeking both trainee and certified applicants to join our Enforcement team as a Deputy Sheriff. The Enforcement Division provides law enforcement services to a diverse population throughout Marion County, spanning nearly 1,200 square miles. Deputies work in a wide array of environments including urban and rural communities as well as the farming and frontier regions of Marion County depending upon their assignment. We take pride in our ability to provide progressive and cost-effective law enforcement services and believe every person at the Sheriff’s Office contributes to the successful delivery of critical public safety services. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be service-oriented, and be willing to work in a team environment. We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
WAGES$31.40 - $37.87 Trainee Pay Rate* $34.48 - $46.16 Certified Pay Rate**Hourly rate negotiable
In addition to the base pay rates above, Enforcement Deputies may be eligible for a variety of pay incentives including:
This position is represented by the Marion County Law Enforcement Association (MCLEA). Deputy Sheriffs with the Sheriff’s Office receive a generous benefit package including:
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To learn more about this job classification at Marion County visit the links below:
Deputy Sheriff Trainee EnforcementDeputy Sheriff Certified Enforcement
Age:21Citizenship Required:Lawfully work in USHigh School Grad / GED:YesDriver's License:YesAbility to Read/Speak English:YesSupervision:Received: Works under the supervision of designated supervisors who assign work detail and review work for conformance to established procedures, policies, rules, and regulations.Exercised: Supervision of employees is not a normal responsibility of positions in this class.Typical Duties:Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Requirements:Minimum requirements for both levels: Must meet the following State Department of Public Safety Standards and Training requirements:
Must meet the following Marion County requirements:
Additional Requirements:For Certified Level:
Background Check:Finalists for this position will be subject to an extensive background investigation. Some issues that might cause an applicant to be withheld from further consideration include, but are not limited to the following:
Behavioral Expectations:Provides backup and support to co-workers; establishes and maintains professional and effective working relationships with customers, co-workers and other agencies; maintains punctual and regular attendance; complies with office and county policies, procedures and regulations; participates fully as a member of a team; participates fully as support to a service area or areas; participates in employee training and orientation; provides training to co-workers as requested; performs other job duties as assigned by supervisor; wears personal protective equipment when performing job tasks that increase risk of exposure to blood or body fluids.Physical Requirements:Operates a motor vehicle in the performance of duties; maintains a current Oregon driver’s license and an acceptable driving record; sees close and distant objects within normal parameters and uses peripheral vision; sees at night and under dark or low light settings; demonstrates sufficient depth perception; differentiates between colors; uses olfactory senses; hears within normal range; speaks clearly; uses a loud voice to shout; sits, walks, stands and moves around in the work area for extended periods of time; climbs stairs and/or inclines repeatedly; bends, stoops, crawls and kneels; kicks doors open; engages in repetitive motion of feet and legs for extended periods of time (bike patrol); lifts and carries up to 50 lbs; pulls and pushes up to 100 lbs; pushes doors open using shoulder; reaches for and lifts 10 lb objects; turns neck and twists body 90º in either direction; uses chemical agents to quell disturbances/ riots; works in a wide range of indoor and outdoor temperature conditions; writes legibly; grasps, handles and manipulates objects with hands; implements finger dexterity to manipulate objects; holds, aims and discharges firearms with sufficient accuracy to maintain minimum department qualifications; works flexible hours during the day and week; works day, afternoon, evening and night shift; meets the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); and successfully completes all phases of the Oregon Physical Ability Test at hire.Additional Disqualifiers:Failure to read and follow directions.
