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DESCHUTES COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE 63333 W. HWY 20 BEND, OREGON 97703 (541)388-6655 http://www.sheriff.deschutes.org/
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Updated: March 03, 2020
Job Classification: Corrections Deputy Sheriff
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The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is currently recruiting for the position of Correction Deputy to fill current vacancies and also to establish a hiring pool for future positions.
You must complete an employment application through NeoGov to be considered in this recruitment process. The application deadline is Monday, March 16, 2020, at 11:59 p.m. The deadline to submit REACT and ORPAT test scores is April 19, 2020, at 11:59 p.m. PST.
Salary Information:
$5,218.46 - $7,010.56 / Month
Benefit Information:
To learn more about Deschutes County’s generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.
Contact Information:Deschutes County Human Resources: employment@deschutes.org
Department Overview: The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office employs 268 members and over 300+ Volunteers. Through working together, we support the values and mission of the Sheriff’s Office “Proudly Serving our Community by delivering superior public safety and service.” DCSO has three major divisions; Patrol, Corrections and Investigations. The operation and function of the County Jail are state-mandated for all Sheriff’s Offices. The Deschutes County Adult Jail was built in 1994 and has a current capacity of 452 beds. Specialized units in the Adult Jail include Sheriff’s Office SWAT, Transports, Court Security, Work Crew Supervision and Jail Programs.
Area Information: Located in beautiful Central Oregon, Deschutes County has an approximate population of 191,996 and a geographical area of 3,055 sq. miles, encompassing the very best Oregon has to offer in recreational activities; from mountains, lakes, rivers, hiking trails, camping, golfing and a rich and diverse community life. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office provides service to the unincorporated areas of Bend and Redmond, and services the cities of Terrebonne, Sisters, and LaPine.
Age: 21
US Citizen: Yes. Per Oregon law, an applicant must be able to obtain US Citizenship within 12 months of employment. To meet this requirement as a condition of hire, an applicant must demonstrate that he/she can obtain citizenship within the required timeframe.
High School Grad/GED: Must be a high school graduate or possess a General Education Development (GED) certificate of high school equivalency.
Valid OREGON State Driver's License: Ability to obtain a valid Oregon State driver’s license. Must also possess a current driver’s license in the applicant’s state with an acceptable driving history.
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes. Deschutes County also offers bilingual incentive pay. Qualified applicants who are bilingual in English/Spanish or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply.
Vision: DPSST requirement of at least 20/30 corrected vision when tested using both eyes together. Must also be able to distinguish color vision as determined by DPSST (OAR 259-008-0010-0070).
College: Two years of college-level course work at an accredited institution of higher learning in a related field is desirable.
Academy Certification: Be certified or be able to obtain certification by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training – DPSST Minimum Standards of Employment as a Law Enforcement Officer as noted by DPSST; www.oregon.gov/DPSST (OAR 259-008-0010).
Prior Experience: Preferred.
Hiring Process: Candidates must pass all written, physical, oral, background, medical and psychological examinations.
Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors: Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers: All felony convictions. Driving Disqualifiers: Repeated offenses, which indicate disrespect for the law. DUII arrests within the past 10 years. Drug Use Disqualifiers: Illegal manufacture, transport or sale of a controlled substance. Repetitive, recent or continual drug use. Employment Disqualifiers: Discharge from employment related to poor performance, attendance, policy violations or inability to adjust to corrective discipline. Additional Disqualifiers:
