Deputy Sheriff - Walworth County

Walworth County has an opening for a full-time law enforcement officer. Applications are available upon request, or the standard South Dakota law enforcement training application may be used and included with the applicants resume and mailed or emailed to the Sheriff’s Office.   

The applicant must be of good moral character, self-motivated, have good people skills and interested in becoming a part of our community. Certified applicants are preferred but is not a requirement, however the applicant must be able to become certified in the required time permitted by law. 

This is an hourly position and with overtime available. Salary depending on experience is $26.75/hr-$28.75/hr. New hire starts at $26.75 and receives a $.50 raise after a 12-month probation period. Upon completing South Law Enforcement certification, the salary is $27.75 hourly. Deputies enjoy a full benefit package to include South Dakota Class B retirement, paid health insurance for the single employee and a life insurance policy. Aflac, dental and eye insurance are available. Deputies are assigned to take home vehicles, and provided equipment such as firearm, body armor, duty belt and uniforms.

Successful non-certified applicants will be required to attend the 13-week Basic Law Enforcement Academy. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older, a United States Citizen, and a graduate of an accredited high school or have a high school equivalency certificate. The applicate must have a valid South Dakota driver license or be able to obtain one and must have a good driving record. The applicant must complete and pass a criminal history background check, a financial background check and have no criminal history that would prevent the applicant from becoming a certified officer. The applicant must also pass a pre-employment physical and drug test. 

Walworth County South Dakota is in the north central part of the state along the Missouri River. Walworth County is a hunting and fishing recreational paradise. The County seat is Selby, SD and biggest town is Mobridge, SD. The area has excellent schools and a Regional Hospital located in Mobridge. The area is made up of mostly farming/agricultural and ranching. We serve a population of 5315 residents in 770 square miles.  The Walworth County Sheriff’s Office provides county wide law enforcement. Deputies will enforce traffic laws, investigate all crimes, address civil and criminal complaints, carry out civil process duties and assist other emergency services. This deputy will join a team consisting of the Sheriff, Chief Deputy and two deputies and will be based out of Selby, SD.