Departments

Assessor

The goal of the Assessor's office is to provide quality public service and value property according to Oregon Statutes and Rules.

Building

The goal and mission of the Building Department is to partner with you in achieving safe built structures by complying with current building codes and safety standards.

Clerk

The County Clerk is a nonpartisan elected constitutional officer as provided in Article 6, Section 6 of the Oregon Constitution and the Oregon Revised Statutes, Chapter 205, and serves a term of four years.

County Counsel

The Office of the County Counsel provides legal services for Douglas County Government.

District Attorney

The District Attorney is elected for a four-year term and serves as the prosecuting attorney for the State of Oregon in Douglas County. The District Attorney's primary duties include: prosecuting crimes occurring in the County which violate State statutes (excluding cases filed in municipal courts); conducting grand jury sessions; and attending court sessions.

Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team (DINT)

The Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team was originally formed in October 1989. The specialized unit was formed as part of a three-prong approach to substance abuse issues affecting Douglas County, Oregon. The law enforcement component works closely with the demand reduction and treatment prongs of the County wide plan.

Environmental Health

Environmental Health is a public health effort that promotes healthy living environments for Douglas County residents and visitors.

Emergency Management

The Douglas County Emergency Management Department provides the foundation for our disaster, emergency, and crisis response initiatives. We plan, coordinate, educate, and support a wide range of activities that help prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and large-scale emergencies.

Facilities Department

The Facilities Department is responsible for all new construction, repair, remodeling, maintenance, and cleaning of the County's buildings and grounds.

Fairgrounds & Speedway

Welcome to the Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex, home of the Douglas County Fair and much more.

Human Resources

The mission of the the Human Resources Department is to promote the most efficient level of service to the public and all other users of Human Resources' services by maximizing each employee's contribution through recognition of their individual abilities and talent and to help develop a sense of meaning and enjoyment in county service.

Information Technology

The Information Technology Department provides computer and other technology related services to all County Departments. They provide online data services to business and government agencies and are in charge of the County's telephone (voice) system.

Justice Courts

There are two Justice Courts in Douglas County. These courts have jurisdiction to handle traffic offenses, violations, small claims, civil suits, FED cases (landlord-tenant evictions), and criminal cases up to a Class A misdemeanor. In addition, Justice Courts may hold preliminary hearings, issue arrest and search warrants, and conduct felony arraignments.

Juvenile

The mission of the Douglas County Juvenile Department is to promote public safety by holding youth accountable for delinquent acts, providing youth with opportunities to restore their victims and our community, and offering reformation services to assist youth in becoming productive and responsible citizens.

Land

The Douglas County Land Department has two primary responsibilities: Real Property Management; Forest Management. Real Property Management includes the acquisition of properties for County projects, managing and selling surplus and tax-foreclosed real property, and administration of County leases. The Forest Management section is responsible for managing County owned forest lands, and providing forestry advice and services to other county departments. Activities include logging, planting, vegetation management and timber cruising/appraisal.

Law Library

The Douglas County Law Library is open to the public and provides access to statutes, rules, cases and other legal information through printed materials and electronic access.

Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC)

The Douglas County Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC) acts as an advisory body to the Board of Commissioners on public safety policy matters

Management & Finance

The department is responsible for providing accounting services, treasury services and administering the property tax collection system in an accurate and timely manner.

Museum

Check out our website about museums located in Umpqua Valley.

On-Site Wastewater

Douglas County On-Site Services monitors all on-site septic systems in areas of Douglas County where public sewer is not available, in coordination with the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).

Parks

The Parks Department has grown to over 2,800 acres of recreational opportunities for residents and tourists alike. With over 70 dedicated parks, located in the 100 valleys of the Umpqua River, it is the perfect place to go for picnicking, hiking, camping, boating, fishing, trail riding, and ocean dune recreation.

Planning

The Planning Department, an agency of County government, provides information and technical assistance to the public and local officials, administers the County land use ordinances, and supports a variety of citizen involvement and planning related programs.

Public Works

The Public Works department offers a wide range of services including administration services, construction, street maintenance and more.

Public Affairs Office

Salmon Harbor Marina

Salmon Harbor Marina boasts one of the Oregon Coast's largest recreational facilities, all in an area known for its natural beauty.

Senior Services

The purpose of the Douglas County Senior Services is to support and enhance a structure of social, protective and health services for seniors throughout the county.

Sheriff's Office

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office, located in Roseburg, Oregon, is made up of more than 100 law enforcement officers and 50 civilian members.

Surveyor's Office

The Douglas County Surveyor's Office is responsible for maintaining survey records.

Tax Office

Learn about how to make tax payments, payment schedule, and options.

Treasurer's Office

Veterans Services

The Douglas County Veteran Service Office makes a difference in Veterans’ lives by providing advocacy for and education about Veterans’ claims with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.