Patrol 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.

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention activities relating to federal, state, and local traffic and criminal laws and ordinances. Arrests and books suspects; transports prisoners; investigates crimes and criminal complaints; provides field service of civil process; and prepares necessary reports. Performs other work as required.

Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.

Testing for this position is required. Both the POST and ORPAT tests will be offered on

***Tuesday, December 15, 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.

First review of applications will be on November 20, 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.

BENEFITS

• 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
• K-9 Deputies receive extra 4 hours base pay every week
• 7.5% Detective Pay
• 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- $106,201.98 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.
• Note: This position can be filled at an A or B level depending on qualifications.
• Have benefits questions?
• Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid State issued Driver's License with good driving record.
• 21 years of age at time of hire.
• High School Graduate or GED equivalent (bachelor's degree preferred).
• US Citizen.
• Complete the ORPAT during hiring process and during Academy.
• Successfully pass a background investigation, psychological examination, and medical evaluation before being hired.
• DPSST Basic Law Enforcement Certification - within 18 months of employment.
• LEDS Certification required within 6 months of hiring.
• First Aid and CPR Certifications within 60 days of hiring.

All qualified candidates must complete the POST written test with a 70% or higher overall score and the ORPAT (Oregon Physical Abilities Test). You may submit previously earned test results (within 1 year for both the ORPAT and the written test).

No experience necessary; we will train. Preference will go towards lateral applicants who are currently Law Enforcement Certified and in good standing with their current/most recent agency.

The Sheriff's Office
Joining the Benton County Sheriff's Office will give you the opportunity to be a part of a progressive, professional law enforcement office that serves a county of over 90,000 citizens. Involvement opportunities are ample with these positions/duties available: Marine Patrol, Forest Patrol, Detectives, Street Crimes, Medical Examiner, K-9, Warrant Response Team, Honor Guard, Peer Support Team, Drug Recognition Expert, Field Training Deputy, Instructors (Firearms, Defensive Tactics, CONSIMS, EVOC, ATV, 1st Aid/CPR, OC Spray, Taser, Standard Field Sobriety Test, etc.), Search and Rescue, Crash Team, School Resource Deputy, and more!

Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Sgt. Ryan Roth, Training & Recruiting Sergeant

Benton County Sheriff's Office

Telephone: (541) 766-6853

ryan.roth@bentoncountyor.gov

Working at the Sheriff's Office

Living in Benton County

How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the onli