BEND, OR -- The Deschutes County Sheriff continues to search for qualified candidates to fill key command positions, following the departure of two captains. Sheriff Shane Nelson admits he’s received advice to look outside the department, in light of the recent upheaval. "I reached out and wanted to hear from my teammates at the Sheriff’s Office. I’ve gotten input from ‘take a look on the inside’ and ‘take a look outside,’ and nothing is off the table right now. I want to do what’s best for the organization." He tells KBND News, "I think there’s benefits to taking a look at all types of scenarios because eberybody brings something positive to the table. And, the important thing to remember is, if you find out that somebody didn’t bring something positive to the table, and they’re not in line with your mission and values, or there’s unethical behavior, they’re not going to work with us anymore."