Support Services Specialist (Corrections)

PLEASE NOTE : Salary is dependent on experience. Yamhill County typically hires between steps 1-4

Support Services Specialist

Yamhill County Sheriffs Office is actively recruiting to create a pool of diverse candidates eligible for current and future regular full-time non-certified Support Services Specialist vacancies in our Corrections (Jail) division.

Support Services Specialists independently perform a variety of criminal justice records functions including entering records data responding to requests for criminal justice records in accordance with federal state and local policies and procedures and compiling statistics. Additionally this position serves as reception for the Yamhill County Correctional Facility. This position is expected to work a 4x10 schedule (4 days a week 10 hours a day) but may be required to work with varying shift schedules including working day swing and night shifts weekends holidays and overtime as required.

Support Service Specialist are subject to being held over or called back to work additional hours depending on the staffing needs of the office .

These positions are represented through Teamsters Local 223. Incentive pay is available for education and bilingual speakers.

These positions carry an 18-month probationary period.

The Candidate

Successful candidates possess good moral character demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills and put forth a professional image. They are skilled highly motivated self-directed individuals with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills as well as skill in communicating effectively with individuals during difficult and often stressful situations.

More information on preference qualifications and disqualifiers including our reapplication timelines can be found at Application Process

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.

There are specific instructions for applying with Yamhill County Sheriffs Office and you could be disqualified from consideration if you do not follow these instructions.

A complete application consists of :

• a completed employment application through and
• a letter of interest (no more than two pages) that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the position description submitted as an attachment to the application.

Veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference ; please follow instructions in the relevant section below for form and documentation submission.

NEXT STEPS

Select qualified applicants will be invited to participate in Oral Board Interviews and Written Skills and Typing tests on Friday January 9 2026 between the hours of 9 : 00 am and 5 : 00 pm.

Passing test scores are 70% or greater on the Written Skills and 40 words per minute with a minimum 95% accuracy on the Typing.

YAMHILL COUNTY COMMUNITY

Yamhill County has approximately 109000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg. Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley within close proximity to the Oregon Coast the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas and the Oregon Cascade Mountains. Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. We have the benefits appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Please refer to the Support Services Specialist classification specifications for the official job description and list of essential job duties.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Please refer to the Support Services Specialist classification specifications for the official job description and required knowledge skills and abilities.

Minimum Experience and Training / Other Requirements

The Qualifications

The position requires a high school diploma or GED certificate and at least one (1) year of full-time general office experience including public / customer service. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of training and / or experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities to perform the functions of the position is qualifying.

Must be able to be obtain Criminal Justice Information System clearance and Law Enforcement Data System certification within 30 days of hire (clearance must be maintained throughout employment).

Preferred Qualifications : Preference will be given to candidates who provide evidence in their application of relevant experience in law enforcement or similar field are LEDS certified and / or are bilingual (Spanish / English).

All candidates must be able to pass a personal background check including but not limited to criminal civil driving military educational and employment history.

ADDITIONAL LICENSES CERTIFICATES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS :

Please refer to the Support Services Specialist classification specifications for the official job description and additional licenses certifications and specialty requirements.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The incumbent typically works in an institutional environment. Uses a two-way radio computer telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an institution and includes exposure to alarms sirens and voice conversations. Incumbent will encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.

Please refer to the Support Services Specialist classification specifications for the complete job description and full information regarding work environment and physical abilities.

REQUIRED INFORMATION

Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.

Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race religion gender sexual orientation national origin age marital or veteran status medical condition or disability or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Please d o not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Documents included with this identifying information will be removed from the application packet.

Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular prompt and consistent attendance.

ACCOMMODATION UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT :

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at or via email at .

VETERANS PREFERENCE :

Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238 veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify a Veterans Hiring Preference Form MUST be completed and submitted with application along with other supporting documentation . For the form and information for this process please click here . (Download PDF reader)

If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veterans Hiring Preference Form please contact Human Resources at or via email at .

STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION :

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Yamhill County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you opt out or unsubscribe from e-mail notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

ELIGIBILITY LIST :

If your name is placed on the Eligible List you will be notified and informed of the dates the list will be in effect which will be no more than six (6) months from the list date.

Questions regarding this recruitment should be addressed to Nicole Heidt Support Services Manager via email at .

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Criminal Justice,Account Payable,Economics,Front End,Facilities Management,Domestic

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 4504 - 6230