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Job Description
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, Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff Kent van der Kamp, 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:
Deschutes County is accepting applications for an Emergency Services Manager for the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office. This leadership role provides subject matter expertise and oversight during emergencies and disasters within Deschutes County, including the coordination of emergency management and disaster preparedness initiatives and projects within Deschutes County.
Key Responsibilities:- Plan, organize, and direct all phases of emergency and disaster response and recovery, including prevention, preparedness and mitigation.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to build emergency management capacity and capability.
- Provide assistance and supervision to assigned staff on matters concerning emergency management.
- Support regional and state-wide emergency management initiatives to elevate the practice of emergency management.
- Promoting County goals and priorities and complying with all policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as business needs necessitate.
Knowledge of or experience with:- Principles and practices of National Incident Management System (NIMS) and related incident management activities.
- Emergency management and community planning with a working knowledge of the functions and procedures of public safety agencies.
- Basic awareness and understanding of fire behavior, strategies, and management principles.
- Principles and practices of supervision, leadership and public information.
- Budget preparation and management.
- Procurement procedures and contract administration.
- Planning, organizing, coordinating emergency preparedness, public assistance, response and recovery programs and activities.
- Various software programs, database management, alert and warning systems, GIS, mapping software, etc.
- Exercising sound judgement in appraising situations and in making critical decisions regarding complex issues.
- Coordinating, supervising, and leading the work of others.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
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Compensation
$9,113.07 to $12,212.38 for a 173.33 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Must be able to work any combination of 8 or 10 hours shifts; Incumbent must be willing to work a flexible schedule when needed, to meet the needs of the unit. Work is performed in a standard office environment and/or emergency operations center. In disaster situations or training environments, the physical demands may involve working out in the field with environmental exposures. Must be available for 24-hour on-call response in the event of a declared emergency.
BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 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- Bachelor’s degree in a related field;
- AND two (2) years of relevant experience developing, implementing, and administering projects and programmatic assignments; including supervisory or managerial experience;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) courses 100 through 400, IS 700 and IS 800.
- FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS).
Necessary Special Requirements
Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's 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.
Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) courses 100 through 400, IS 700 and IS 800, and the FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) within six (6) months from date of hire.- Must pass a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.
- A current driver's license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver's license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section .
- Background Investigation: A complete and full background investigation will be completed prior to a candidate receiving a conditional job offer.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. 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, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
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
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Deschutes County
Show moreDeschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. The County has 1,200 employees and a $587 million annual budget. The County assesses property, records public documents, conducts elections, collects taxes, and provides a variety of key community services, including public safety, public and behavioral health, building inspection, planning and zoning, road maintenance and construction, solid waste and the operation of a large Fair & Expo Center. Indirect services that support county operations include finance, human resources, property and facilities management, internal auditing, information technology, legal counsel, and public information.
For the past decade, Central Oregon has been recognized as one of the best places to live. Deschutes County is conveniently located within a three-hour drive to Portland, Oregon, and within one hour of the Cascade Mountain Range. With an average elevation of 3,600 feet, the area enjoys a dry, high desert climate with cool nights and sunny days. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches.
The countywide population is over 200,000, spread over 3,054 square miles. Deschutes County is the fastest growing county on the West Coast and one of the most diverse economies in Oregon. Tourism brings to Central Oregon over four million overnight visitors annually. The Mount Bachelor ski resort attracts tourists from across the nation. The nearby Cascade Lakes are also a large draw for tourists.
Other local features include a vibrant visual and performing arts community, an outstanding restaurant scene, an extensive and respected health care network, and a high quality educational system.
The cities of Bend, (the county seat), Redmond, La Pine, and Sisters are the four municipalities in Deschutes County. Roberts Field Redmond Municipal Airport connects Deschutes County to other major western U.S. cities. In addition to excellent public and private K-12 schools, Bend is home to Central Oregon Community College (COCC) and Oregon State University’s Cascade Campus.
To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE.
Make the work you do matter. We hope you’ll consider joining our team.
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