On-Call Deputy Sheriff - State Marine/OHV (Seasonal)
Deschutes County Bend, Oregon, United States
- Location: Bend, Oregon, United States
- Categories: Public Safety
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Feb 15, 2026
Job Description:
On-Call Deputy Sheriff - State Marine/OHV (Seasonal)
Description
SummaryABOUT 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.
ABOUT THE 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.
ABOUT THE JOB:
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.
To be considered for this recruitment process, applicants must:
SUBMIT AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:
Submit a completed online application to Deschutes County by clicking the APPLY link above.
Application Selection Process:
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.
The selection process for this classification includes the following components:
Application submission to Deschutes CountyApplication pre-screening review and selection by Deschutes CountyCriminal Background CheckInterview(s)Statement of Personal History Background InvestigationSheriff/Captain InterviewConditional Job OfferMedical Evaluation / Psychological EvaluationFormal Job Offer
Key Responsibilities:
- 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 trial, depositions and interviews.
- Evaluating and assessing situations quickly and objectively to recognize actual and potential danger and determine proper course of action.
Skill in:
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing, with the ability to carry out instructions in an efficient manner.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees as well as citizens from varied racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
- Coping with stressful situations firmly, tactfully, and with respect to individual rights.
Must be willing to work 8 or 10-hour shift assignments, including weekends, and holidays.
*This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
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Compensation
$36.6956 to $49.1532 per hour. There are no County benefits with these positions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current or expired Oregon DPSST certification required, or officers who are currently certified police officer from another jurisdiction. Please attach proof of out of state law enforcement certification prior to submitting your application.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years’ law enforcement experience within the past 10 years and attach proof of law enforcement certification prior to submitting your application.
- Oregon DPSST law enforcement certification.
- Current Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) Certified.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
A successful candidate will complete a full background investigation prior to receiving a conditional job offer. The psychological and medical evaluations will require completion after the conditional job offer.
Must pass a driving record review and criminal history background.
- A current driver's license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver's license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section. Failure to do so will disqualify you from the process.
- A successful candidate will complete a full background investigation prior to receiving a conditional job offer. The psychological and medical evaluations will require completion after the conditional job offer.
Must possess the physical ability to perform all aspects of the job.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer paid benefit offerings include:
- Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance