Crook County is located in the center of the state, approximately three hours from Portland, Salem, Corvallis and Eugene. Bend, the largest city in central Oregon, is approximately 40 minutes away.

Geographically Crook County, with a population of approximately 26,845, is Oregon’s most centrally located county. Founded in 1882, the county seat, Prineville, has a population of 10,370. It is the only incorporated population center within Crook County. Powell Butte, Post and Paulina are the other communities found within the County.

Livestock, forest products, recreation, agriculture, manufacturing and wholesale trade comprise the major industries found within the county. Covering approximately 2,991 square miles, Crook County is rich in forests, rangelands and irrigated agricultural fields. The elevation of Prineville is 2,868 feet and receives an averages of 10.5 inches of moisture per year. Nights are cool and daytime temperatures are moderate. Average temperature in January is 31.8 degrees; in July it is 64.5 degrees.

Crook County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Career Opportunities

Victim Assistance Program Supervisor (Open Until Filled)
Prineville, OR
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*** Position is pending compensation review *** Under general supervision, the Victim Assistance Program Supervisor manages the Victims’ Assistance Program and staff for the Crook County District Attorney’s Office (CCDA); assigns cases, manages workflow, and assures effective services are provided to victims of crimes, in compliance with Oregon Statutes and regulations, and DA Office polices…

Veteran Services Officer
Prineville, OR
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Summary The primary duties of this position involve counseling and assisting military veterans and their dependents or survivors. Work involves assisting and advising claimants in their pursuit of benefits from the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other agencies. Duties include studying and explaining State and Federal veterans’ legislation, regulations and procedures, consulting with…

District Attorney Investigator I & II (Open Until Filled)
Prineville, OR
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Applications will be reviewed beginning July 18th. The DA Investigator(s) for the Crook County District Attorney’s Office are sworn police officers, certified by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). The DA Investigator is responsible for conducting criminal and administrative investigations for the Crook County District Attorney’s Office (CCDA). Job Summary: This…

Public Health Nurse (On Call)
Prineville, OR
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Summary Under the supervision of the Clinical Nursing Supervisor, the Public Health Nurse II performs a variety of duties in public health nursing programs including family planning, immunization, HIV counseling and testing, STD infection exams, and communicable disease follow-up. The nurse performs tests and health screening of patients, administers medication, and provides counseling and…

Part-Time Museum Administrative Clerk - Temporary
Prineville, OR
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Position Summary: The Administrative Clerk provides essential support to the museum’s daily operations, collections assistance, and visitor engagement under the general supervision of the Executive Director. This multifaceted role combines customer service, educational outreach, and administrative responsibilities, requiring a passion for local history and a commitment to the museum’s mission…

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