On-Call Deputy Sheriff - State Marine​/OHV; Seasonal

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, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by Sheriff Ty Rupert, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for On-Call Seasonal Deputies.

Seasonal Deputies are responsible for enforcing State Marine and OHV/Traffic laws, promoting Boating and OHV safety education, and safety on the waterways and trail systems within Deschutes County.
Duties include but are not limited to: patrolling lakes and trail systems within Deschutes County, conducting OSMB boat inspections and OHV safety examinations, issuing warning or citations for traffic and recreation violations, conducting investigations for under the influence of intoxicants and vehicle crashes, and answering marine and OHV related complaints and questions. May utilize snowmobiles to patrol and assist civilians. Performs other duties as required.

Applicants are required to pass the Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) academy.

The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is committed to community policing partnerships and philosophies. Deputies are responsible for performing their duties consistent with the agency mission statement that embodies these philosophies and responsibilities. This is professional work responsible for protecting life and property and requires the application of specialized knowledge in the area of criminal justice.

Please read the entire posting for detailed instructions. Failure to follow directions will result in disqualification of application.

Submit a completed online application to Deschutes County by clicking the APPLY link above.

Candidates are required to meet certain standards to be considered for hire by the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office including the ability to maintain physical and mental capabilities to complete required job tasks. The selection process includes a thorough examination of the application, attachments, and supplemental responses. The application review will be used to assess each candidate's ability to follow instructions and give complete and consistent information in written form.

Upon completion of each hiring process, applicants will be notified of their status via email, or in-person.

• Application submission to Deschutes County
• Application pre-screening review and selection by Deschutes County
• Criminal Background Check
• Interview(s)
• Statement of Personal History Background Investigation
• Sheriff/Captain Interview
• Conditional Job Offer
• Medical Evaluation / Psychological Evaluation
• Formal Job Offer

• Patrols waterways, trail systems, and Forest Service roads in assigned areas, in the enforcement and education of state and federal laws.
• Intervene in disputes and maintain order. Respond to hazardous situations performed in stressful and dangerous environments.
• Read, understand, and interpret laws, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Acting professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.
• Providing credible testimony in…