Corrections Deputy (FEMALE ONLY)

Yamhill County Sheriffs Office isactively recruiting to create a pool of diverse female candidates eligibleforcurrent and futureregular full-time entry-level or certified/lateral Deputy positions in our Corrections (Jail) Division.

Corrections Deputiesperform work in the care of adults in custody in the Yamhill County Correctional Facility. Duties include maintaining the supervision safety security and sanitation of adults in custody confined in the correctional facility; escorting and transporting adults in custody within the facility to other agencies and any other appointments as necessary; controlling public movement within the correctional facility; and other duties as assigned.

Positions require work in a 24-hour per day 7-day a week environment with shift rotation in 8-hour 10-hour or 12-hour shifts depending on assignment. May be required to work with rotating shift schedules including working day swing and night shifts weekends holidays and overtime as required.

These positions are represented through Teamsters Local 223. Incentive pay is available for education DPSST certification and bilingual Spanish speakers.

These positions carry an 18-month probationary period for entry-level candidates and a 12-month probationary period for certified/lateral candidates.

• a completed employment application through ;
• ORPAT scores of 6:20 or under with a pass on the Dummy Drag (see ORPAT information below); and
• NTN Frontline A scores submitted by the closing date through CERTIFIED/LATERAL LEVEL APPLICANTS:
  • a completed employment application through (see Skills Testing Equivalencies below)
  
  
  Veteranswho meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference; please follow instructions in the relevant section below for form and documentation submission.

  ORPAT INFORMATION

  All ENTRY-LEVEL candidates must provide ORPAT physical ability test results dated within the previous 12 months submitted by the closing date (12/18/2025). You may provide this as follows:
  • Interested candidates may submit their ORPAT scores through NTN as part of their testing; or
  • Interested candidates may upload their ORPAT scores on testing agency letterhead as part of their application.
  Passing scores are 6:20 or under with a pass on the Dummy Drag.
  

  SKILLS TESTING EQUIVALENCIES FOR CERTIFIED APPLICANTS

  CERTIFIED/LATERALapplicants must meet ONE of the following academic proficiencies equivalencies in order to waive the exam requirement:
  
  
  • DPSST-Certified Candidates must have possession of a current and valid Basic Corrections certification from Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) andsuccessful completion of an Oregon agency FTEP program;
    
    
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  • Non-DPSST Certified Candidates must possess a current and valid Basic Correctionsequivalent certification successful completion of an agency FTEP program and
  • a minimum of three years certified law enforcement experience in the relevant discipline ; OR
  • 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.
  
  
  Applicants who do not meet theseequivalencies should apply following the process for Entry-Level candidates.
  

  
  

  NEXT STEPS

  Oral Board Panel Interviews for selected applicantswill be held Wednesday January 7 2026.
  
  Candidates selected to move forward after interviews will be required to complete the remaining steps coordinated through Yamhill County Sheriffs Office as outlined at COUNTY COMMUNITY

  Yamhill County has approximately 109000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg. Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley within close proximity to the Oregon Coast the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas and the Oregon Cascade Mountains. Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. We have the benefits appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Please refer to the CorrectionsDeputy classification specification for the official job description and list of essential job duties.

Please refer to the CorrectionsDeputy classification specification for the official job description and required knowledge skills and abilities.

These positions carry an 18-month probationary period for entry-level candidates and a 12-month probationary period for certified/lateral candidates.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The incumbent typically works in an institutional environment and uses a two-way radio computer telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an institution and includes exposure to alarms sirens and voice conversations. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.

The employee is regularly required to sit talk or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion handle or feel and to stand walk reach bend climb stairs or lift up to 60 pounds. Often demands restraining escorting and/or carrying inmates weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. May also require running and apprehending and physically restraining uncooperative and violent individuals. Requires time-sensitive physical reaction appropriate to the circumstances under stressful conditions.

Must be able to meet all requirements as designated in the job task analysis of a corrections officer on file with DPSST.

Please refer to the CorrectionsDeputy classification specificationforthe official job description and full information regarding work environment and physical abilities.

Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships.The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.

Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race religion gender sexual orientation national origin age marital or veteran status medical condition or disability or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply.Please do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Documents included with this identifying information will be removed from the application packet.

Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular prompt and consistent attendance.

ACCOMMODATION UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at or via email at.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238 veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify a Veterans Hiring Preference Form MUST be completed and submitted with application along with other supporting documentation. For the form and information for this process pleaseclick here.(Download PDF reader)

If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veterans Hiring Preference Form please contact Human Resources at or via email at.

STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION:

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application processfrom initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Yamhill County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you opt out or unsubscribe from e-mail notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

ELIGIBILITY LIST:
If your name is placed on the Eligible List you will be notified and informed of the dates the list will be in effect which will be no more than six (6) months from the list date.