Patrol Deputy (Experienced/Entry Level), Sheriff's Office - Stearns County

SALARY:
 Full Hiring Range (Depending on Experience): $30.7903 - $45.1907/hourly
 Grade 19, Non-Exempt Position, MNPEA Patrol Unit

Our Mission: "Provide Exceptional Public Services to Assure a Safe, Healthy, Vibrant County for All"
 Our Values:  Professional | Approachable | Responsive | Collaborative | Fair & Equitable

The Stearns County Sheriff's Office is committed to our partners, profession and communities.  We welcome entry level deputies or experienced deputies to join our team as we continue to deliver the best public safety customer service through community engagement, innovative ideas, and the progressive use of technology.  The Sheriff's Office employs over 220 hardworking and dedicated individuals committed to teamwork and organizational growth.
 
Interested in a career with great job security and the ability to retire at age 55? You'll receive great pay, benefits, opportunity for advancement and the reward of protecting and serving our community. Work is performed 24/7 with shift work including weekends and holidays. Check out this opportunity to make a difference through a rewarding career in public service and enjoy the excellent quality of life in Central Minnesota.
 
Experienced Candidates will be offered the following incentives:
- Take home squad if residence is within 20 minutes of Stearns County borders
- Front Loaded Paid Time Off (PTO) Dependent on Lateral Experience

1. If Candidate has 1-3 completed years of lateral experience upon effective date of hire - 40 hours of PTO
2. If Candidate has 4+ completed years of lateral experience upon effective date of hire - 80 hours of PTO 

Additional Opportunities include:
-Investigations, SWAT, Field Training Officer, Firearms and Use of Force Instructor, Co-Response Team, School Resource Officer, Drug Task Force, Human Trafficking Task Force, Community Engagement, Recreation/Boat and Water Deputy, Parks Officer, DIVE Team, Sonar Team
-Shift Differential of $1.30/hour between 3pm-7am
-Agency Wellness Program

Position Objective
To perform a range of duties involving the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances through routine patrol, investigation, and traffic regulation. This position performs in-depth investigations of crimes against persons and property, oversees complex criminal cases and provides various services and actions related to civil process and is responsible for ensuring the safety of life and property throughout the County. This position may be eligible for lateral pay depending on the applicant’s experience.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.
1. Conducts patrols in a squad car to preserve law and order, to prevent and detect crime and to enforce criminal and traffic codes.
2. Performs detailed investigations of accidents, criminal activities and public safety incidents.
3. Conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence and interviews witnesses.
4. Makes arrests for violations of laws and ordinances and executes court-ordered arrest warrants.
5. Enforces state and local laws and ordinances.
6. Serves criminal subpoenas and other court orders.
7. Prepares for and testifies in court proceedings.
8. Completes reports and documents to maintain accurate records and provide information to investigators and prosecutors.
9. Responds to medical emergencies, including mental health crisis, and assists fire and ambulance services.
10. Escorts and transports prisoners and others to and from court, jail and other jurisdictions or facilities.
11. Serves as a team member promoting community-orientated policing and conducts presentations on topics of concern to various community groups.
12. Attends work in a regular and timely manner.
13. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.