Deputy Sheriff

Olmsted County•Government Center, MN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being. We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential. Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community. Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office (“OCSO”) hiring process is conducted in compliance with the OCSO Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations. The purpose of this process is to create an Eligibility Roster of candidates who are qualified for appointment to a Deputy Sheriff position with OCSO. The roster is valid for one year with exact dates established by the OCSO Civil Service Commission. Deputy Sheriffs are selected from the Eligibility Roster as vacancies arise. The Olmsted County Sheriff's Office offers a ride-along program to applicants who express interest. To schedule a ride-along with a staff member, please use the following link: Ride-Along | Olmsted County, MN .

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Possession of a valid driver’s license
Live within Olmsted County or any of the surrounding counties to include Dodge, Goodhue, Mower, Fillmore, Winona or Wabasha counties
Have an active Minnesota POST license and meet the requirements for maintaining such license; or Be Minnesota POST license eligible by the time a conditional job offer is made.
Completed and passed the appropriate Minnesota POST Board Examination.
Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment and any potential post-accident drug test as these positions are deemed safety sensitive.
Marijuana and other drugs will disqualify individuals from initial and continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Have an active Minnesota POST license and meet the requirements for maintaining such license; or Have approval from, or have applied for approval from, the Minnesota POST Board to take the Licensing Reciprocity Exam; or Have approval from, or have applied for approval from, the Minnesota POST Board to take the Peace Officer Licensing Exam; or Have approval from, or have applied for approval from, the Minnesota POST Board to take the Reinstatement of Eligibility Exam; or Have approval from, or have applied for approval from, the Minnesota POST Board to take the License Restoration Exam.
Be Minnesota POST license eligible by the time a conditional job offer is made.

Responsibilities

Patrols assigned beat/area in a radio equipped patrol vehicle and enforces traffic laws
Investigates complaints, disturbances and crimes and collects evidence
Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls and provides necessary assistance
Interviews suspects and witnesses, takes statements from witnesses and makes measurements and diagrams of scenes
Makes arrests using objectively reasonable force in order to transport suspects to the Adult Detention Center
Operates as on-scene incident commander until relieved
Assists other law enforcement agencies such as the State Highway Patrol and officials in carrying out their duties
Serves civil process as assigned
Meets with citizens individual or collectively, to discuss crime prevention programs such as personal protection, home security systems and business security systems
Upon assignment, develops training programs for the Sheriff’s Office to ensure other deputies are trained in the proper use of equipment and understanding of current policies and procedures
Upon assignment to a special case, may lead other law enforcement officers during an investigation
Upon assignment, acts as substitute sergeant, receives calls and operates radio emergency equipment
Performs other duties as required