Road Deputy - Part-Time

Todd County•Long Prairie, MN

23h•$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 position performs patrol, law enforcement, investigations, public assistance, and related duties, and may receive special assignments based on the needs of the Sheriff’s Office. Regular and timely attendance in accordance with the department’s work schedule is required. The posting remains open until filled.

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 sufficient to provide 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 both orally and in writing.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Pass a criminal background check.
Pass a physical examination.
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 develop knowledge and expertise through continuing education and training.
Ability to apply sound professional judgment in all matters of duty.
Ability to cooperate with and be loyal to the Sheriff.
Meet the physical and functional demands described in the posting, including regular exertion of up to 25 pounds and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds; mobility, communication, sensory, equipment-operation, and environmental demands are also specified.

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.
Promptly respond to calls for service from citizens and other agencies.
Conduct preliminary investigations of misdemeanor, felony, and gross misdemeanor crimes.
Enforce traffic laws and regulations, as well as federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Serve civil process and other legal documents.
Assist victims of crimes and accidents and provide additional resources when needed.
Work to prevent, detect, and deter crime; 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 community resources to which citizens can be referred.
Remain alert to the physical and moral welfare of children, families, and elderly people, working with service agencies as appropriate.
Work with other law enforcement agencies and provide foot patrol and community engagement in cities with contracted enforcement services.
Accept special assignments, which may include boat and water patrol, snowmobile patrol, school liaison duties, bailiff duties, and inmate transportation.
Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.
Maintain regular and timely attendance in accordance with the department schedule.
Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, effective communication, teamwork, cooperation, respect, and adherence to workplace policies and procedures; keep the supervisor apprised of important department matters.