FT DEPUTY SHERIFF

Nature of Work:

This position is responsible for protecting the lives and property of the citizens of Morrison County. A Patrol Deputy is generally the first response to situations requiring a law enforcement presence ranging in levels of assistance from mailbox vandalism to searching for lost persons to homicide investigator from the department.

Communicates with:

Internally – All Sheriff staff.

Externally – State/county/city entities and public.

Supervision:

N/A

Essential Work Functions:                                                                                     

• Patrols an assigned area to enforce local, State, and Federal laws; investigates crimes; collects evidence; interviews witnesses and suspects.
• Responds to calls for assistance, policy enforcement, medical help, or safety; collects information, assists with possible medical emergencies, and determines need for further action; performs lifesaving procedures.
• Performs investigations regarding complaints; questions individuals involved in incidents; gathers information and evidence; determines laws, regulations, or rules broken; prepares information and documentation for trial.  
• Apprehends criminals and offenders.
• Performs civil process operations. Prepares and presents educational programs regarding laws, rules, regulations, and safety.
• Testifies in court, explaining evidence and observations collected and/or made during incidents that result in criminal prosecutions or civil disputes.
• Maintains records of crimes, injuries, incidents, and traffic accidents; enters data into Records Management System.
• Drafts and executes search warrants.
• Transports inmates and provides security for courtroom, other law enforcement agency or medical facility if necessary.
• Performs the duties of a Deputy Coroner to include investigating death scenes.

Other Work Functions

• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:

• Requires two years of formal training in tech or associate degree.
• Less than one (1) year of experience required.
• Ability to pass all position required background(s) and testing(s). 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Valid MN driver’s license.
• Peace Officers Standards and Training License.
• Knowledge of:
  • Law enforcement weapons and equipment
  • Safety principles and practices
  • Defensive techniques
  • Physical apprehension, handcuffing, and restraining techniques
• (EMSRB) First responder certification.
• Firearms license and certification.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course certification.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Persons with disabilities:

The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands: