Deputy Sheriff

Salary: $29.64 – $43.81 Hourly

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for patrolling the County, responding to calls for service, and enforcing County criminal, civil, vehicle, and traffic laws. This position will participate in crime scene investigations, select proper course of action at each crime scene, and enforce laws and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Patrols an assigned area to enforce local, State, and Federal laws; investigates crimes; collects evidence; interviews witnesses and suspects; enforces vehicle and traffic laws; and apprehends criminals and offenders.
• Serves civil and criminal processes, using established procedures and guidelines.
• Responds to routine and complex emergency situations. Answers and responds to radio or telephone dispatches.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Requirements:

• An Associate’s Degree in law enforcement, or a related field;
• Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) License, or be eligible for licensing; and
• A valid Minnesota Driver’s License.