Certified Deputy Sheriff

Custer County•Rapid City, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Custer County Sheriff’s Office is hiring full-time Certified Deputy Sheriffs in Custer, South Dakota. Relocation or commuting is required. The role offers an opportunity to serve the community through teamwork and proactive policing in a scenic area of South Dakota. The starting wage is $27.59 per hour for current South Dakota certified officers, with a $1.00 per hour shift differential for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Deputies enforce local and state laws, prevent and suppress crime and accidents, serve legal processes, and promote public safety through community policing. The Sheriff’s Office also provides contract patrol services for the United States Forest Service and the City of Custer. Deputies are assigned individual patrol vehicles, and the department provides duty gear and uniforms. Applicants must complete both a Custer County application and a South Dakota Law Enforcement Training application. Applications and additional details are available through Custer County Employment Opportunities or from the Human Resource Director.

Requirements

Current South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission certification.
At least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation.
No prior felony or simple assault, domestic violence convictions.
Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Enforce local and state laws.
Prevent and suppress crime and accidents.
Serve legal processes.
Promote public safety through community policing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Provide contract patrol services for the United States Forest Service and the City of Custer.