Why choose Benton County?
Benton County is located in "the Heart of Wine Country." Within a 50 mile radius of the Tri Cities, are over 200 wineries, producing some of the finest wines in the world. With over 300 days of sunshine, the tri Cities has Plenty to offer for outdoor recreation from soccer, cycling, and hiking, to golfing at one of our 10 beautiful courses. Being centrally located at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers allows access for paddle boarding, boating, and fishing among other water activities. The Tri Cities is centrally located in Washington, within a 3.5 hour drive from Seattle, Portland and only a 2 hour drive from Spokane, and the Blue Mountains. Adventure is only a short day trip away.
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The Benton County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.
Candidates are encouraged to immediately begin the entry level or lateral application process. Please visit the appropriate section to learn more about how to apply.
Questions? Let Us Help.
Civil Service: Tammy Default, Chief Examiner
Email: tammy.dufault@co.benton.wa.us
Phone: (509) 737-2777
Recruiters: Steve McDermott, Sergeant
Email: steve.mcdermott@co.benton.wa.us
Phone: (509) 735-6555
Dallas Murry, Corporal
Email: dallas.murry@co.benton.wa.us
Phone: (509) 735-6555
Jonathan Nelson, Officer
Email: jonathan.nelson@co.benton.wa.us
Phone: (509) 735-6555
The Benton County Civil Service Division is charged with the recruitment, testing, eligibility, hiring, and promotion of all Sheriff’s Office Employees under RCW 41.14. This includes Entry Level and Lateral Deputy Sheriff, Entry Level and Lateral Corrections Officer, and Entry Level and Lateral Records Clerk positions.