| Location | Corvallis, OR |
| Salary | $51,012.03–$73,130.47 Per Year |
Juvenile Outreach Specialist
Salary
$51,012.03 - $73,130.47 Annually
Location
Corvallis, OR
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
26-00161
Department
Juvenile
Opening Date
11/03/2026
Closing Date
11/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME
Classification:
PS2
FLSA Exempt Status
Overtime Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Benton County is actively looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to serve as a Juvenile Outreach Specialist to join our team! Is this YOU?? Apply TODAY!!
Job Summary
Provide support for Juvenile Court Counselors in supervising juvenile offenders, enforcing court orders and facilitating groups and various programming for low-risk offenders. Conduct home, community and school visits and provide transportation to detention, appointments, court hearings and other activities. Oversee use of home detention units, assist with skill building and case management, and perform drug testing.
Click here for a complete list of the duties and responsibilities of this position.
The first review of applications will be on November 18th, 2026.
Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.
BENEFITS
Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave. Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
$0 Health Insurance Premium!
Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contribution.
Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
Dependents up to age 26 are covered.
Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
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.
Annual salary range of:
$51,012.03-$73,130.47
This position is eligible for 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 Oregons pay equity law.
Have benefits questions?
Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.
For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law
Special requirements
The Ideal Candidate
Bachelors degree in law enforcement, corrections, human or social services, and 1 year of experience working with youth and families preferably in an agency within the juvenile justice field.
Experience with Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS)
Experience with Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft applications
Able to multi-task, work with wide array of clientele, and maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge of the court process, legal terminology, and Oregon Revised Statutes
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Derik Hering, Juvenile Services Supervisor
Benton County Juvenile Department
Telephone: (541) 766-6062
derik.hering@bentoncountyor.gov
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
After you Apply
Additional information
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.
Helpful links and contact information.
Learn 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.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY
Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you.
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West - going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach - Benton County truly offers something for everyone.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.
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Please describe your experience working with youth and families.
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Do you have experience working in the juvenile justice field? If so, please explain.
Required Question
Employer Benton County (OR)
Address 4500 SW Research Way
Kalapuya Building
Corvallis, Oregon, 97333
Phone 541-766-6081
Website https://www.bentoncountyor.gov/