Entry Level Civil Service Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Neighbor to neighbor, serving Clatsop County with integrity, honesty and respect.    

Today Clatsop County is one of nine Home Rule counties in Oregon. Five non-partisan elected Commissioners set policy and appoint a full-time County Manager, who is responsible for daily operations. County services are provided through ten divisions: County Administration (County Manager), Assessment and Taxation, Budget and Finance, Community Development, County Clerk, Juvenile, Public Health, Public Works, and the District Attorney, and Sheriff’s Offices. The county also administers a road district, a rural law enforcement district, and a local sewer district. The Facilities Department reports to the county administration division.

Under supervision of the Lieutenant, this position’s duties is to enforce federal, state, and local traffic, criminal, and civil laws and ordinances; patrol roads, waterways, and business and residential areas; investigate traffic accidents, crimes, and complaints related to criminal law enforcement; respond to citizen calls for service; and serve civil process. This position is represented by the Clatsop County Law Enforcement Association (CCLEA) union.

This recruitment is intended to create a pool of qualified candidates for current and future vacancies of the Clatsop County Sheriff’s Office Enforcement Division.

• Minimum 21 years of age, a United States citizen and possess and maintain driving privileges in the state of Oregon within 30 days after employment.
• High school diploma or demonstrate successful completion of General Education Development (GED) test.
• Must meet DPSST “Minimum Standards for Employment as a Law Enforcement Officer” OAR 259-008-0010.
• Must pass entry-level pre-employment evaluations, including Oregon Physical Ability Test (ORPAT), drug screen, and psychological evaluation prior to appointment.
• Must not have been convicted of any felonies nor any law involving the unlawful use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of a controlled substance, narcotic, or dangerous drug, nor any law involving dishonesty or moral turpitude as identified in Oregon Administrative Rules 259-008-0070.
• Possess Basic Police Certificate or can obtain within one year of original appointment.

• Previous college-level training or experience in law enforcement or corrections.
• Knowledge of the county area.
• Previous training related to police equipment and/or operations, e.g. first aid, CPR, hazardous materials, firearms training, LEDS general level certification, etc.
• Bilingual English/Spanish

This posting is to build a pool of applicants for future vacancies. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  Clatsop County is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

Open until filled, fires review: August 16, 2026. Apply here.

For more information, applicants should review the detailed job description for information on essential functions and requirements.  

Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.

Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam, and pre-employment drug screen and must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website:  Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

Clatsop County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.