Business Manager, Sheriff's Office Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deschutes/jobs/newprint/4827789) Apply  Business Manager, Sheriff's Office Salary $8,679.12 - $11,630.84 Monthly Location Bend, OR Job Type Regular, full time, full benefits Job Number 2025-00026 Department Sheriff's Office Opening Date 02/10/2025 Closing Date 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit Non-Rep + Description + Benefits + Questions 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 currently accepting applications for a Business Manager in the Sheriff's Office. This position requires excellent organizational and project management skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a high level of critical thinking and problem solving abilities. Will manage diverse and highly complex duties that require financial/accounting skills, personnel management capabilities and familiarity with industry and legal requirements and standards. Duties include assisting the Sheriff's Office with personnel matters, strategic planning, systems analysis and improvement as well as financial management, reporting and forecasting; preparing annual budget, requiring an understanding of governmental accounting and financial reporting and budgeting practices; assuring sound document, contracting and grants management activities are within Sheriff's Office and State regulations, guidelines and protocols; organizing and supervising purchasing; and developing and applying policies and procedures for efficient business operations. Key Responsibilities: + Budgeting. + Accounting processes. + Business support systems. + Cost center accounting. + Reporting to County, State, and Federal organizations. What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with: + General understanding of governmental accounting, financial reporting and budgeting practices. + Computer software to include Excel, MS Word, Power Point, Outlook, fiscal, project, and contract management applications. + Critical thinking, communications skills (written and verbal), and excellent listening skills. Skill In: + Leading and engaging staff in active problem solving. + Fostering positive morale and teamwork. + Flowing chart work processes and analyzing for operational efficiencies. *This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and functions. Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status. Review the full job description by clickingHERE. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deschutes/classspecs) Compensation $8,679.12 to $11,630.84 for a 173.33 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately. 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 (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human\_resources/page/682/2025\_deschutes\_county\_benefits\_guide\_-\_final.pdf) for full benefit details. Minimum Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related field; + AND five (5) years of financial and operational support experience, including 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. Preferred Qualifications: + Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business and three years of experience. + Experience in law enforcement information systems. Necessary Special Requirements 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. 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 originon their application under the Personal Information section. Background Investigation: + A successful candidate will complete a full background investigation and interview prior to receiving a conditional job offer. Physical Requirements:Must have the ability to work in an office that is environmentally controlled; possess sufficient hand coordination to perform keyboarding and data entry; arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment. The position is frequently required to sit, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, see, and lift up to 10 pounds. Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences. If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care 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 following 1 month 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, Deschutes County 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 Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include: + 125 Flexible Spending Program + 457 Deferred Compensation Program + Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visitwww.deschutes.org/hrand click on Employee Benefits. 01 This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related field; AND five (5) years of financial and operational support experience, including 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. Do you meet the requirements as listed above? + Yes + No 02 Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications as listed above. Be specific with regard to education and years of experience. 03 This position requires five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional, supervisory and functional experience. Do you possess five years of experience as listed above? + Yes + No 04 Please describe your progressively responsible and relevant professional, supervisory and functional experience, including length. 05 This position requires a general understanding of governmental accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting practices. Do you possess this knowledge? + Yes + No 06 Please describe your knowledge of governmental accounting, financial reporting and budgeting practices. 07 Preference will be given for a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business. Do you possess a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business? + Yes + No 08 In order to be considered for a position with the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, candidates must pass a PRE-qualifying driving record review and a criminal history background check. Deschutes County will use the driver's license number from your application to conduct an investigation verifying your background. Results will be used for the purpose of making selection decisions. Information contained in your background check will be reviewed by those persons involved in making decisions on candidate selection or performing the background investigation. You must provide your driver's license number and state of issuance in the Personal Information Section of this application form. FAILURE TO LIST YOUR LICENSE NUMBER AND STATE, or listing incorrect information, will disqualify you for submitting an incomplete application. By checking YES below, I give Deschutes County my consent to perform a pre-qualifying review of my driving record and criminal history background as described above. I understand the information will be used in the selection process for the Deputy position. + Yes + No Required Question Employer Deschutes County Human Resources Address 1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201Bend, Oregon, 97703 Phone (541) 388-6553 Website https://www.deschutes.org/jobs Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email