Deputy Sheriff

Minnehaha County • Aberdeen, SD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is hiring a Deputy Sheriff to provide law enforcement services throughout Minnehaha County and several surrounding towns. The role supports the Sheriff's Office mission to preserve public safety and quality of life. Previous law enforcement experience is not required; new Deputies receive a comprehensive training program. After graduating from South Dakota's 13-week law enforcement academy, new Deputies complete an intensive 15-week field training program with Field Training Officers. Deputies who are already law enforcement certified proceed directly to field training. The posting may also be used to fill other vacancies at a lower pay grade.

The 2027 hiring range is $33.12 to $36.51 per hour, with earning potential up to $49.08 per hour and regular opportunities for pay increases. With good performance, new officers may receive pay increases of up to 5% after each of their first three years, in addition to annual increases. A $1.00-per-hour night shift differential and retention bonus payments are also available under the stated conditions. Deputies work 12-hour shifts, totaling 15 shifts per month, with Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off every other week.

The position is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Deputies may pursue specializations including Crisis Negotiations, SWAT, Fugitive Task Force, EMT, Criminal Investigations, School Resource Officers, and community engagement. The Sheriff's Office emphasizes community-oriented policing and encourages Deputies to participate in schools, local parades, and town celebrations.

Requirements

• Meet at least one of the following education or work-history qualifications: two years of college or vocational school (48 credit hours); two years of work experience as a certified law enforcement officer; two years of active, full-time military experience; four years of military reserve experience; or four years of professional work experience.
• Be at least 21 years old at the time of hiring.
• Be eligible for certification under the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission.
• Attach documentation verifying minimum qualifications, such as a college transcript, proof of law enforcement certification, or DD214.

Responsibilities

• Patrol throughout Minnehaha County to investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
• Conduct thorough investigations and interview victims and witnesses.
• Enforce traffic laws and promote roadway safety.
• Assist victims at accident scenes.
• Serve warrants and legal documents and perform civil process procedures.
• Locate individuals with arrest warrants.
• Respond promptly to dispatch calls.
• Mediate disputes and help restore order.
• Build community relationships through outreach efforts.

Benefits

• 2027 hiring range of $33.12–$36.51 per hour, with full earning potential up to $49.08 per hour and regular opportunities for pay increases.
• Up to 5% pay increases after each of the first three years with good performance, in addition to annual increases.
• $1.00 per hour night shift differential.
• Retention bonus of $1,000 at 9, 18, 27, and 36 months of service with good performance.
• Specialty pay for bilingual officers who pass a language proficiency exam.
• Generous paid time off and extended sick leave programs.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Retirement through the South Dakota Retirement System.
• Confidential annual mental health visits and additional support sessions for officers and family members.
• Access to financial resources, legal advisors, work and lifestyle support, and educational resources.
• Onsite workout facility, local gym partnerships, gym reimbursement, wellness challenges, and health and fitness education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed