Parole and Probation Deputy

Parole & Probation Deputy

Are you passionate about justice and community safety? Do you want to make a positive difference in the community where you live? If you answered YES, then we want to meet YOU!! We're excited to announce all fees for testing have been waived, and Oregon lateral transfers will not need to take the written or physical (ORPAT) test. Testing for this position is required.

Both the POST and ORPAT tests will be offered on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the Benton County Fairgrounds starting at 8:30am. Previous POST and ORPAT test results will be accepted if they've been completed within 1 year. JOB SUMMARY To provide supervisory and investigative services to individuals recommended for placement under supervision by releasing authorities, e.g., Courts, Board of Parole and Post Prison Supervision, Department of Corrections, local supervisory authority, and the Psychiatric Security Review Board.

The Parole & Probation Deputy position is the entry-level position in the Parole & Probation Division of the Benton County Sheriff's Office. However, depending on training and experience the selected candidate may be started at a greater salary step. The position requires day-to-day interaction with justice-involved individuals (JII's) using basic corrections knowledge and interpersonal communication skills. Parole & Probation Deputies will be required to carry firearms issued by the Benton County Sheriff's Office in the performance of their duties.

The purpose of the Parole and Probation Deputy is to supervise adult justice-involved individuals in the community to maintain a high standard of public safety. Parole and Probation Deputies provide opportunities and means for rehabilitation in order to prevent future recidivism. In addition, deputies address non-compliance through a graduated sanction process moving from least restrictive to most restrictive, depending on JII's level of risk to the community.

First review of applications will be October 22, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.

Spend more time with your family, friends and get back to doing what you love! 5 Paid Holidays + 80 Hour Holiday Leave Bank + 8 hours of vacation and sick leave accrual every month! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.

Affordable Health Insurance with Oregon Teamsters Employers Trust! The County will pay ninety percent (90%) and the employee will pay ten percent (10%) of the Premium for the Oregon Teamsters Employers Trust Plans:
Health and Welfare Plan GW, Vision Plan 4. The County shall offer a preferred provider dental plan and an alternative dental plan. The County will pay ninety percent (90%) and the employee will pay ten percent (10%) of the Premium for the preferred provider dental plan, which shall establish the maximum amount the County pays toward the lower cost plans.

Dependents up to age 26 are covered.

Get ready for retirement. Save money without putting in money! After 6 months of employment:
The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS. The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary. You can add more if you wish.

A free and award-winning wellness program Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health. Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities. Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!

100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage. Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.

Get paid for your knowledge and expertise 2.5 - 5% English-Spanish Bilingual Pay (to be verified at hire) 5% Field Training Deputy Pay when actively being a trainer 2% ORPAT Pay annually-for 4:59 or less 4% DPSST Intermediate Certification 4% DPSST Advanced Certification

Lateral Benefits:
Oregon Laterals currently DPSST certified do not have to test Guaranteed interview Pay (within scale) is at discretion of Sheriff Sick and vacation banks at discretion of Sheriff

Annual salary range of: $73,270.41- $ Annually This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!

Note:

salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.

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