Field Deputy - Patrol

Cass County Government • Fargo, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a regular Deputy Sheriff position and is responsible for patrolling Cass County. This position is a member of the Field Services Group and is responsible to the Patrol Shift Commander.

Requirements

• Open to all licensed Deputies and unlicensed Correctional Officers (unlicensed Correctional Officers must have minimum of 1 year of employment at time of vacancy closing date).
• Pass physical fitness course (for unlicensed Correctional Officers only to show ability to pass physical fitness standard at Peace Officer academy).
• Must be able to attend Cass County's 4-hour Basic Firearms Course and show proficiency and safe handling of Cass County's issued sidearm (unlicensed Correctional Officers only).
• Must be able to complete the standards required to obtain a temporary Peace Officer License and upon being selected attend and successfully complete the North Dakota Peace Officers Training Academy.
• No minimum field experience required (unlicensed Correctional Officers only).
• Must reside in Cass County (ND) within 12 months of official start date.
• Must be current on all State and Department training and education requirements.
• Be proficient in the use of all assigned equipment.
• Must be certified to do CPR.
• Must be able to walk, run, lift, and carry and have sufficient dexterity in ALL limbs to qualify with a firearm and perform other manual tasks associated with law enforcement.
• Must be capable of physical activities which may involve restraining or arresting individual(s).
• Must be capable of both verbal and written skills that would enable one to communicate effectively with individuals of various mental capacities and professions.
• Must be capable of preparing for and testifying in court.
• Eyesight correctable to 20/40 and hearing within normal audible range.
• Must hold a current driver’s license.
• Must be in good standing adhering to the mission, vision, and values of the office.
• All formal and informal discipline will be evaluated, but will not be an automatic disqualifier from the application process.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable in all laws and procedures needed to properly perform assignments of Deputy and to meet and provide the public with limited technical, legal and crime prevention information.
• Patrol the county to maintain civil peace for the safety of life and property, investigate complaints and accidents and to enforce city ordinances, state and federal laws.
• To detect and prevent crime and apprehend criminals.
• Respond to public service calls as assigned.
• Prepare and submit reports in the proper form, substance and within prescribed time limits.
• Responsible for proper care and usage of all assigned equipment.
• Work a variety of shifts such as days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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