Road Deputy - Part-Time

Todd County•Long Prairie, MN

22h•$33 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Road Deputy represents the front line of law enforcement operations in Todd County and primarily serves and protects county residents through community policing, vigilance, and prompt responses to requests for assistance. The role patrols assigned areas, enforces laws and ordinances, resolves complaints, investigates crimes, preserves peace and order, and provides general assistance. Deputies prepare reports, give court testimony, assist crime and accident victims, and work with community members and other law enforcement agencies. The position may receive special assignments such as boat and water patrol, snowmobile patrol, school liaison duties, bailiff duties, and inmate transportation. The role requires regular, timely attendance according to the department schedule and performance of other assigned or apparent duties.

Requirements

Associate or technical degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPR/First Aid certification.
POST-licensed Peace Officer, or POST eligible within three months with a combination of training and experience.
Knowledge of patrol techniques, criminal investigation, traffic and other regulatory law, criminal and civil law, traffic accident investigation, first aid, and emergency vehicle operation.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Valid driver's license that must be maintained.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Must pass a physical examination.
Must pass a psychological evaluation.
Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques.
Thorough knowledge of criminal investigation, interviewing and interrogation, crime scene search, and photography.
Ability to work effectively with the public and superior officers.
Ability to prepare clear, concise written reports of investigations and activities.
Ability to advance knowledge and expertise through continuing education and training.
Ability to apply sound and professional judgment in all matters of duty.
Ability to cooperate with and be loyal to the Sheriff.
Ability to meet the described physical requirements, including exertion of force, mobility, sensory, equipment-operation, and environmental demands.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas to prevent crime and enforce laws and ordinances.
Protect life and property by resolving citizen complaints, investigating and solving crimes, preserving peace and order, and providing general assistance.
Respond promptly to calls for service from citizens and other agencies.
Conduct preliminary investigations of misdemeanor, felony, and gross misdemeanor crimes.
Enforce traffic laws and regulations and other federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Serve civil process and other legal documents.
Aid victims of crime and accidents and provide additional resources where necessary.
Support crime prevention, detection, and deterrence.
Investigate suspicious persons and vehicles.
Participate in search and rescue missions.
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports for supervisors, investigators, prosecutors, and other agencies.
Prepare for court and provide truthful and accurate testimony.
Maintain familiarity with Todd County geography and resources to which residents can be referred.
Remain alert to the physical and moral welfare of children, families, and older adults, and work with agencies that provide services.
Work with other law enforcement agencies and provide foot patrol and community policing in cities contracting for enforcement services.
Carry out special assignments, which may include boat and water patrol, snowmobile patrol, school liaison, bailiff duties, and inmate transportation.
Attend work regularly and on time according to the department schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.