Field Deputy - Patrol

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

ANNUAL SALARY: $60,778 - 65,750 *Additional salary growth available through regular increases within the classification up to $85,639

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. 

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• 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.

JOB DUTIES

• 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.

Cass County Government is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.