Employment Information
Be in the know:
The Marion County Sheriff's Office offers a wide array of professional and sworn career opportunities. As a team, our staff of 377 employees provide public safety services around the clock throughout the year. Entry-level opportunities with the Sheriff's Office include corrections, parole and probation, and patrol deputy positions. Our professional staff positions include medical, peer mentors, records, budget, administrative functions, and more.
Professional Staff Positions
Our team is continually recruiting service oriented people to serve our community. Professional staff recruitment information is available on
NeoGov. Candidates selected to move forward after an interview will undergo an extensive background investigation as part of the hiring process.
Deputy Sheriff Recruitments
We offer competitive pay,
benefits, and many opportunities for continued professional growth. With so many opportunities available we know it can be challenging to pick which path is the right one for you. Recruiters from the Sheriff's Office are here to help prospective applicants learn more about our hiring process. To get things started, review the steps below.
Step 1:
Check out our
current openings and complete application.
Step 2:
Complete one of the following academic proficiencies:
- Possess a four-year, post-secondary degree issued by an accredited, degree-granting college or university recognized by the Oregon Office of Degree Authorization under the provisions of ORS 348-604; OR
- Successfully completed training resulting in the award of Basic Police certification from Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); OR
- Recent (within the past twelve months) FrontLine test (Enforcement/Institutions/Community Corrections) or REACT (Institutions/Community Corrections) with National Testing Network (NTN).
Step 3:
Complete one of the following physical proficiencies:
- Successfully completed training resulting in the award of Basic Police Officer certification from Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); OR
- Recent (within the past twelve months)
Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) completed time from an Oregon Law Enforcement organization or authorized testing agency (NTN); OR
- Recent (within the past twelve months) Physical Abilities Test (PAT) completed time from a Military or Law Enforcement related source.
Step 4:
Schedule Ride-Along / Job Shadow (Optional)
- We know picking the right agency can be a difficult decision. Contact our recruitment team to learn more about the Sheriff's Office, the hiring process, and to schedule time to meet our team and tour our facilities.
Step 5:
Interview
- Applicants who meet minimum qualifications for deputy positions are invited to interview. Ahead of the interview, applicants are sent an online Personal History Questionnaire to complete. On the day of your interview, applicants should be prepared to spend up to 2-3 hours to participate in a panel interview and to complete pre-suitability testing.
Step 6:
Background
- Applicants selected to move forward after interview will be invited to complete a background packet online. Our comprehensive background process is designed to meet requirements under
Oregon Administrative Rules.
Step 7:
Psychological Exam
- Applicants will be scheduled for a pre-employment psychological exam.
Step 8:
Medical Exam
Step 9:
Final Offer – Time to begin your new challenge.
Equal Employment Opportunity ~ Affirmative Action Employer
Marion County Human Resources
Job Line: (503) 588-5589 Phone: (503) 589-3295 FAX: (503) 588-5495
