Reserve Deputy Program

Yamhill County Sheriff's Office utilizes Reserve Deputies in the Enforcement Division on assignments in Rural Patrol, Woods Patrol, Marine Patrol, or Contract City Patrol. Reserve Deputies are sworn law enforcement officers who answer emergency calls, render aid, make arrests, and testify in court. Reserve deputies receive the same high-quality training and use the same equipment as full-time deputies.

Reserve Deputies working grant-funded assignments (e.g., Marine, Woods, etc.) are paid (hourly), sworn positions once they achieve solo status. Reserve Deputies working assignments on Rural or Contract City patrol are volunteer, unpaid sworn positions. Reserve Deputies work a minimum of 20 hours per month to supplement and assist regular sworn deputies in their duties and therefore work varied 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts in support of special events, holidays, and weekends. They may work in various special assignments as required.

To become a Reserve Deputy:

In order to participate in the Reserve program, an interested individual must apply during an open recruitment that will be posted online on the Yamhill County website under Employment Opportunities.

The hiring process consists of application screening (including NTN and ORPAT scores), oral board interview(s), background investigation, an administrative interview with the Sheriff, suitability assessment with a psychologist, and a medical assessment.

To be eligible to apply:

  • United States citizen, at least 21 years of age by graduation from the Reserve academy
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Successfully pass a physical fitness test
  • Meet pre-employment requirements as outlined in OAR 259-008-0070
  • Successfully pass a background investigation
  • Successfully complete a medical and psychological evaluation

Training and Monthly Program Requirements:

Reserves must commit to a minimum of 20 hours per month (includes assigned shifts, trainings, and Reserve Program meetings).

Reserve Deputies become eligible to perform at different levels in the organization based on their training and experience. Reserve Field Training and Evaluation Programs (FTEP) may be scheduled before, during, or after Reserve Academy. Reserves who have successfully completed both Reserve Academy and FTEP will be permitted to operate in a solo assignment.