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Mark your calendars! The Washington County K9 Trials are back, and you don’t want to miss this action-packed event!   

The Washington County K9 Trials is a fun-filled FREE FAMILY event hosted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Foundation, where law enforcement K9 teams compete for the top spot!

The event provides an excellent opportunity for the public to learn about the K9 units protecting our communities. 

Be sure to also join us for our community and vendor fairs starting at 10 a.m. The K9 competition will begin at 11 a.m., followed by a meet-and-greet with the K9s after the event. 

📅When: May 16, 2026 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

📍Where: Hillsboro Stadium (4450 NE Century Blvd, Hillsboro) 

 FREE Admission! 

🏆 Who will take home the trophy? Join us and find out! 

Learn more!

Join Search and Rescue

Applications for the Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue team are now open! If you are between the ages of 14 and 17 and have an interest in joining an elite team of teenagers and helping your community, this might be the opportunity for you!  

The Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue program equips teens and young adults with essential life skills and provides unique insights into exciting career fields such as law enforcement, search and rescue, and emergency medical services. Members are primarily involved in search and rescue missions for lost people and evidence in significant criminal cases. 

To participate, volunteers must meet the following requirements: 

• Between the ages of 14-17 
• Washington County resident 
• Positive community record 
• Good physical health 
• Minimum 2.3 GPA with no failing classes 
• Participate in basic training academy  
• Minimum 2-year commitment as an active member 

Apply now! Applications close March 20th. 

Join WCSO as a Reserve Deputy

Are you interested in serving your community without making a full-time commitment? Become a reserve deputy with us!  

• Reserve deputies are sworn volunteer law enforcement professionals who work alongside full-time patrol deputies to protect and serve our community.  
• Many of our reserve deputies contribute their unique life experiences and skills while balancing full-time jobs. 
• This is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in law enforcement and serving their community. 

Apply now!

Learn more about the Reserve Program

Serving the City of North Plains

New Leadership in North Plains: Sergeant Eamon O’Reilly Steps in as Temporary Police Chief

Effective February 28, 2026, the North Plains City Council welcomed Sergeant Eamon O’Reilly into a temporary role as the City’s new Police Chief through a partnership with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The transition reflects the continued collaboration between the City of North Plains and WCSO to ensure consistent public safety leadership and service for the community.

Current Chief Nick Jones will assist with the transition before temporarily stepping into a Lieutenant role supporting Washington County’s Patrol Division.

“I am excited to explore this new opportunity and build relationships within a welcoming community like North Plains,” said Chief O’Reilly.

Chief O’Reilly brings extensive experience to the role. He has served in the Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division for the past 18 years and previously spent four years working in the Washington County Jail after joining the agency in 2004. Throughout his career, he has contributed to several specialized teams, including the Canine Team, Tactical Negotiations Team, Mobile Field Force, and the Corrections Emergency Response Team. He has also served as a Defensive Tactics Instructor, Drug Recognition Expert, and member of the Court Security team.

His broad experience and commitment to public safety position him well to support the North Plains community during this transition.

Texting Scams

That “overdue traffic ticket” text? It’s a scam.

Scammers are sending texts that look like they’re from the DMV, threatening license suspension, huge fees, or even criminal charges if you don’t click a link.

• Don’t click. Don’t reply.
• Check directly with the DMV if you’re concerned.
• Report it: Forward to 7726 (SPAM) and delete.

Stay alert — these fake messages are designed to scare you into giving up money or personal info

Help us share this message with others to reduce the chance they fall for this very convincing scam.

Explore Our Updated Recruitment Website

We’ve launched an updated recruitment website at JoinWCSO.com, designed to make it easier to explore careers with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and take the next step toward serving our community.

The refreshed site offers a clearer look at our wide range of career paths—from sworn and corrections positions to professional and support roles—along with updated hiring information, benefits, and insight into what it’s like to work at WCSO.

If you’ve ever considered a career in public service—or know someone who has—now is a great time to explore the site and see where you might fit.

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Let’s work together to keep Washington County safe!