Patrol Deputy – Recruit

Manning, ND
Dunn County, North Dakota

Salary: $26.98 – $35.71

Essential Functions:

  • Performs required law enforcement services in compliance with laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies and procedures on behalf of the County Sheriff’s Office.
  • Patrols roads; performs traffic control; furnishes road and weather conditions.
  • Responds to calls and complaints regarding suspected criminal activity; apprehends and/or seeks the prosecution of offenders of local, state and federal statutes.
  • Works with the court system, attorneys and other law enforcement personnel; contacts various agencies to obtain and verify information.
  • Investigates traffic accidents; writes accident reports; enforce traffic violations/laws.
  • Conducts thorough investigations of both criminal and civil acts, and missing people to the best of their ability
  • Prepares reports on crimes, arrests or incidents; works with prosecuting attorneys; testifies in formal court proceedings.
  • Prepares various records and data for court processing.
  • Copies criminal judgments for arresting agencies.
  • Performs special assignments as necessary.
  • Serves civil papers.
  • Performs Court Room security; transports prisoners as needed.
  • Provides information to the public regarding various topics.
  • Performs related work and any other duties as required by the Sheriff.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, procedures, tools, techniques and equipment.
  • Knowledge of legal terminology and the court system.
  • Must be able to be a Creditable Officer to testify in Court
  • Knowledge of criminal investigatory practices and methods.
  • Knowledge of arrest, rules of evidence and court procedures
  • Knowledge of the road and highway systems, topography, political boundaries and population patterns of the County.
  • Ability to read, understand and apply regulations, codes, policies, procedures and other operational guidelines and directives.
  • Ability to show proper knowledge of firearms how to use them and to be certified in the use of firearms.
  • Operate a motorized vehicle efficiently and have a good driving record.
  • Ability to prepare various written reports and records.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff, public officials, attorneys and the general public.
  • Ability to cope with a variety of crisis and non-crisis situations firmly, tactfully and with respect for the rights of citizens.
  • Ability to be certified to perform emergency first aid, CPR, rescue and recovery.
  • Ability to operate a personal computer and various software applications.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Associates Degree in Criminal Justice preferred
  • Valid North Dakota Driver’s License