What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parole and Probation Deputy position at Benton County (OR)?
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.
Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.
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.
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
- 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:
- 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.
- After 6 months of employment:
- 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- $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: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
- 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.
- Ability to obtain D.P.S.S.T. Basic Certification in Parole and Probation within one year of hire.
- Must successfully obtain certification in First Aid and CPR within 60 days of hiring.
- Must successfully pass Firearms and Defensive Tactics.
- Must successfully obtain LEDS certification within 6 months of hiring.
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.
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
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- There will be two rounds of interviews for this position.
- This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle. A driver's license is required.
- This position can be filled at a level A, B or C depending on qualifications.
- This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.
Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
Salary : $73,270 - $106,202