Uncertified Deputy Sheriff

Custer County•Custer, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Custer County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for full-time Deputy Sheriffs in Custer, South Dakota. The position is suited to people interested in a law enforcement career who value community service, teamwork, and proactive policing. Relocation or commuting is required. Uncertified officers start at $26.32 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Deputies are assigned individual patrol vehicles, and the department provides duty gear and uniforms. Deputies enforce local and state laws, prevent and suppress crime and accidents, serve legal processes, promote public safety through community policing, and perform other duties as assigned. The Sheriff’s Office also provides contract patrol services for the United States Forest Service and the City of Custer. Custer County covers more than 1,500 square miles and includes several notable parks, monuments, and public lands.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history.
No prior felony or simple assault or domestic violence convictions.
Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation.
Ability to obtain South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission certification within one year of hire.
Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Enforce local and state laws.
Prevent and suppress crime and accidents.
Serve legal processes.
Promote public safety through community policing.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid holidays.
Vacation earned at 10 hours per month.
Sick leave earned at 8 hours per month.
Employee health insurance with a Health Savings Account option.
SDRS retirement.
Dental and vision coverage.
Additional life insurance options.
Individual patrol vehicle.
Duty gear and uniforms provided.
Shift differential of $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM.