Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Corporal Named Oregon Sheriff’s Deputy Of The Year (Photo) - 12/17/25

BEND, Ore. — A Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputy has been recognized with one of Oregon law enforcement’s highest honors. JCSO Corporal Cynthia Mallari was named the 2025 Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association (OSSA) Deputy of the Year during an awards ceremony held Thursday, December 11, in Bend.

Corporal Mallari exemplifies leadership, dedication, and professionalism in every aspect of her law enforcement career. She embodies the JCSO core values — character, competence, courage, and compassion — and consistently demonstrates an unwavering commitment to her colleagues and the community she serves.

Corporal Mallari has been with JCSO for 13 years. She began her career as a Corrections Deputy in 2012 before transferring to the Patrol Division in 2019. She was promoted to Corporal in 2022 and has continued to distinguish herself as a leader and mentor. In addition to her patrol and supervisory responsibilities, Corporal Mallari serves as a Field Training Officer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, and Crisis Negotiator, bringing extensive expertise and experience to each role.

Known for her positive attitude and strong work ethic, Corporal Mallari approaches every shift with professionalism and enthusiasm. Over the past year, she has worked across three separate patrol shifts, earning the respect and appreciation of every sergeant and deputy she has worked alongside. Her leadership and energy consistently set a high standard and inspire those around her.

As a member of the Crisis Negotiations Team (CNT), Corporal Mallari has proven herself dependable and highly capable. She responded to every CNT callout over the past year, demonstrating composure, sound judgment, and effective communication in high-stress situations. Her ability to listen, assess complex circumstances, and clearly relay critical information up and down the chain of command has made her an invaluable member of the team.

In addition to her regular duties, Corporal Mallari volunteered to assist the Special Victims Unit during a period of overwhelming caseloads. She was one of a select group of deputies asked to take on additional child sex abuse investigations. Despite the demands of patrol work and supervisory responsibilities, she investigated ten child sex abuse and Karly’s Law cases over the past year. She frequently worked on her days off to support victims and their families, attend interviews, locate suspects, and participate in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings.

Corporal Mallari’s exceptional work ethic, leadership, and problem-solving abilities have made her an indispensable part of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. Her contributions this year — and throughout her career — exemplify the highest standards of law enforcement service, making her a deserving recipient of the OSSA Deputy of the Year award.