Deschutes County seeks County College applications

Deschutes County is accepting applications for its 2018 County College program. County College gives members of the community the opportunity to learn more about county services and programs. Participants will get a unique look at how Deschutes County functions by hearing from staff in various departments, participating in group discussions and touring county facilities.

County College sessions are held on Tuesday evenings and begin at 5:30 p.m. The 10-week program begins on Sept. 4 and concludes on Nov. 6. Dinner is provided.

Applicants from a range of geographic areas are sought and an interest in county programs and services is desired. Due to limited meeting space, not all applicants will be accepted into the program.

To apply, visit www.deschutes.org/countycollege . The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday, July 30.

The 2018 County College schedule includes*:

Sept. 4 – Meet the County Commissioners / Administration

Sept. 11 – Road Department Sept. 18 – Department of Solid Waste Sept. 25 – Fair & Expo Center Oct. 2 – Community Development Department Oct. 9 – Health Services and Veterans’ Services Oct. 16 – 9-1-1 and Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Oct. 17 – Optional Tour of the Adult Jail Oct. 23 – District Attorney’s Office and Community Justice Oct. 30 – Assessor’s Office and County Clerk’s Office Nov. 7 – Finance, Internal Audit

For additional information, please call (541) 330-4640.

*The 2018 schedule is subject to change.