Patrol Deputy: Field Law Enforcement & Community Service

Douglas County Sheriff's Office - Oregon; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County Sheriff's Office - Oregon seeks a Patrol Deputy to enforce laws and provide public safety in a field‑oriented role. The position is full‑time, 40 hours per week, with county benefits including medical/vision/dental, and retirement through PERS after waiting periods.

This is a union position; work is primarily in the field and from an emergency vehicle. Applicants must meet age, citizenship, education, and licensing requirements and pass extensive testing and background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age by certification.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or become one within 18 months of hire.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Successful background investigation required.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Field work and operations from an emergency vehicle.
• Enforce state, county laws and provide public safety services.
• Conduct investigations and interact with the public as needed.
• Complete required tests and documentation as part of the process.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Keyboarding experience

Public safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Douglas County Sheriff's Office - Oregon seeks a Patrol Deputy to enforce laws and provide public safety in a field‑oriented role. The position is full‑time, 40 hours per week, with county benefits including medical/vision/dental, and retirement through PERS after waiting periods.

This is a union position; work is primarily in the field and from an emergency vehicle. Applicants must meet age, citizenship, education, and licensing requirements and pass extensive testing and background checks.