Deputy Sheriff
Salary: $41.64 – $48.20 Hourly
Closing Date: 4/1/2025
Position Summary:
Under general supervision of the Sergeant/Shift Supervisor, performs duties to enforce federal, state and local laws; protect citizens of the County; and promote public safety. Deputy Sheriffs may be assigned special projects on an on-going or short-term basis (schools, investigation, bailiff, civil process serving, training coordinator, etc.). While much of this work is performed independently and without the immediate presence of a supervisor, deputies are required to draw upon their extensive training, departmental policies and procedures, mandates, and laws governing a deputy’s response and conduct, when determining the appropriate course of action, balancing education and enforcement.
Essential Functions:
- Patrols designated patrol areas.
- Writes reports, maintains law enforcement logs, case records, incident reports and other required reports.
- Responds to calls, civil and criminal complaints, disturbances, medicals, accidents or requests for emergency assistance.
- Assists and conducts investigative activities and tasks.
- Participates in task force work in various capacities.
- Testifies in court proceedings in an accurate and truthful manner.
- Requires ability to safely and lawfully possess all agency firearms.
Requirements:
- Associates Degree or two-year Technical Certificate in Law Enforcement or related field
- Must possess or be eligible to possess a Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) License
- Valid Minnesota Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment