The Sheriff’s Office will post all job openings on this site and also with Worksource Oregon. We will take applications at all times and keep them on file for one year or until the position you are interested in comes open.
Employment opportunities
To qualify for positions with the Sheriff’s Office you must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Be a US citizen (certified patrol and corrections positions only)
- Have a valid driver’s license
- *Pass a written test
- *Pass a physical agility test
- Pass an oral interview
- Pass a Sheriff/Lie interview
- Pass a complete background check
- *Pass a medical exam
- Pass a Drug screening
*These steps do not apply to administrative positions.
Download the Employment Application and drop it off at the UCSO front office or mail to 1109 K Avenue, La Grande, OR 97850, or email it to sheriff@union-county.org.
Current openings
Patrol Deputy
The Union County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for a full-time Patrol Deputy. Preference will be given to currently certified officers. The pay range is $4,427 to $5,650 per month DOE, which includes lateral hires. The benefit package includes Medical, Dental, Vision and a Retirement Plan. Applications are due by January 27, 2026.
Candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Be a US citizen (certified patrol and corrections positions only)
- Have a valid driver’s license
- Pass a written test
- Pass a physical agility test
- Pass an oral interview
- Pass a Sheriff/lie interview
- Pass a complete background check
- Pass a medical exam
- Pass a drug screening
- Pass a psychological exam
To apply download an application, or pick one up at the office, and return it to the Sheriff’s Office in person or in email to sheriff@union-county.org
Reserve Corrections Deputy
The Union County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for Reserve Corrections Deputies. This is a part-time position assigned to work in the Union County Correctional Facility. Shifts will be on an as-needed basis. Applicants must meet at a minimum the following conditions:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Be a US citizen (certified patrol and corrections positions only)
- Have a valid driver’s license
- Pass a written test (POST Exam)
- Pass an oral interview
- Complete a comprehensive background check
- Pass a medical exam
- Pass a drug screening
Pay will be at a rate of $20 per hour. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. To apply download an application, or pick one up at the office, and return it to the Sheriff’s Office in person or in email to sheriff@union-county.org