Records Specialist, Sheriff's Office

Records Specialist, Sheriffs Office

Salary

$28.14 - $37.69 Hourly

Location

Bend, OR

Job Type

Regular, full time, full benefits

Job Number

2026-00147

Department

Sheriffs Office

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

DCSO

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Summary

ABOUT THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is a full-service agency that oversees the Adult Jail, provides Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Civil Process and Search and Rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, and Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by Sheriff Ty Rupert, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a full-time Records Specialist assigned to the Patrol Records Unit. This position provides specialized administrative and customer service support for the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office. Duties include maintaining confidential records in compliance with state and federal requirements; preparing and processing documents, correspondence, payments, fees, and reports; entering and verifying database information; managing mail and phone communications; and assisting customers at the reception desk. The position requires sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to provide professional service in sometimes stressful situations at times with confidential, sensitive law enforcement and legal information and serves both internal staff and members of the public.

This position may be assigned to work in Bend, La Pine, or Sisters depending on Sheriff's Office needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining records in compliance with all state and federal requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, other agency staff, and with citizens from varied racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
• Provide information and assistance to internal and external customers.

What You Will Bring

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to remain professional in stressful or confrontational situations.
• Proficiency using computers, databases, and standard office software.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, statutes, rules, and regulations.

Skill in:

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately process high-volume records and legal documents.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public, law-enforcement personnel, court personnel, and County staff.
• This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the positions scope and function.

Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.

Review the full job description by clicking HERE.

Compensation

$28.1403 to $37.6949 per hour. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

Attention all candidates: please make sure your application includes all job history, education, training, certifications, licenses, and other relevant experience, as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range in accordance with Oregon Pay Equity. Resumes will not be reviewed.

BENEFITS:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative and customer service experience;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in a law enforcement setting or law enforcement experience.

• Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) Certification or experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon drivers license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable drivers license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Must pass a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.

• A current drivers license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate drivers license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section.
• A successful candidate who receives a conditional job offer will complete a full background investigation and interview.
• Must be LEDS certified or have the ability to become LEDS certified within 60 days of hire date.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans Preference, please click HERE for information.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

When Are you Eligible:

If you are hired on the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first of that month (immediate benefits, either that day or back to the first of the month if the first is on a Saturday or Sunday). If you are hired after the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first day of the following month.

Employer paid benefit offerings include:

• Life Insurance for employee and dependents
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
• Time Management Leave

Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

• 125 Flexible Spending Program
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

To learn more about Deschutes Countys generous benefit offerings, please visit our Benefits page and click on Employee Benefits or click HERE for full benefits guide.

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This position requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative and customer service experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job. Do you meet this requirement as listed above?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your relevant education or experience and tell us why you are a good candidate to perform the requirements of this position.

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Do you have any additional education or experience that you would like us to consider?

• Yes
• No

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If applicable, please explain your additional experience or education.

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Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience working in law enforcement or in a law enforcement setting. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

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If applicable, please describe your experience working in law enforcement or in a law enforcement setting.

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Preference will be given for LEDS certification. Do you currently possess LEDS certification?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule when needed to meet the needs of the office. Are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule when needed to meet the needs of the office?

• Yes
• No

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In order to be considered for a position with the Deschutes County Sheriffs Office, candidates must pass a PRE-qualifying driving record review and a criminal history background check. Deschutes County will use the drivers license number from your application to conduct an investigation verifying your background. Results will be used for the purpose of making selection decisions. Information contained in your background check will be reviewed by those persons involved in making decisions on candidate selection or performing the background investigation. You must provide your drivers license number and state of issuance in the Personal Information Section of this application form. FAILURE TO LIST YOUR LICENSE NUMBER AND STATE, or listing incorrect information, will disqualify you for submitting an incomplete application. By checking YES below, I give Deschutes County my consent to perform a pre-qualifying review of my driving record and criminal history background as described above. I understand the information will be used in the selection process for the Records Specialist position.

• Yes
• No

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I understand, based on the needs of the Sheriffs Office I may be assigned to work in Bend, La Pine or Sisters.

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to meet the requirements of the position with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Deschutes County Human Resources

Address 1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201

Bend, Oregon, 97703

Phone (541) 388-6553

Website https://www.deschutes.org/jobs