Deputy Sheriff I

Rapid City, SD
Pennington County Sheriff

Salary: $29.60 Hourly

Closing Date: 5/2/2025

Position Summary:

Deputy Sheriffs represent the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office mission to promote safety and justice to improve the quality of life in our community and protects life and property for the citizens of Pennington County. In addition to competitive benefits and an employee wellness program, PCSO offers a variety of assignments, ancillary duties, advancement opportunities and progressive leadership.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrol Pennington County for prevention and suppression of crime, enforce laws (federal, state and local) and ordinances, investigate illegal or suspicious activities and ensure the protection of life and property.
  • Respond to calls relayed by radio, including domestic disputes, arrests, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons and stranded motorists.
  • Carry out investigations of assigned cases; collect evidence; identify and apprehend offenders; interview complainants, victims, witnesses and suspects; conduct follow-up investigations as required.
  • Document work activities into a records management system and manage sensitive data and legal documentation.
  • Serve as a first responder in emergency situations such as accidents, medical issues, natural disasters, etc.
  • Interview witnesses/suspects, prepare written reports and appear in court as a witness.
  • Respond to specified deaths within Pennington County to perform the duties of Deputy Coroner in accordance with SDCL 23-14, which requires specialized training.
  • Maintain ability to testify as a credible witness in court.
  • Adhere to Sheriff’s Office Global and Law Enforcement Policies and Procedures (150).
  • Attend meetings and trainings as required.
  • Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 64 hours of college credit from an accredited institution, or 2 two years of prior public safety or military experience.
  • A combination of education and experience is acceptable.
  • Successful completion of the pre-employment hiring standards, to include a written exam, medical physical and physical agility test.
  • Minimum 21 years of age.
  • Able to obtain state of South Dakota Law Enforcement Officer Basic Certification per SDCL 2-01-02.
  • Successful completion of the South Dakota Law Enforcement Basic Officer Certification Course (520 hours).
  • Successful completion of the Deputy Training Program (600 hours).
  • Free of any felony conviction.
  • Free of any domestic violence simple assault conviction.
  • Ability to successfully perform the skills required for use of force, which may include the use of deadly force.
  • Eligibility for employment following a character background investigation and pre-employment psychological exam.
  • Possession of or ability to obtain a valid South Dakota Driver’s License within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.
  • Outside of state statute, the Sheriff has the discretion to waive any of the above requirements.