Job Summary
The Deputy Sheriff is employed by the county. He or she acts in a role similar to city police in a municipal department. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Patrolling communities and surrounding areas.
- Investigating complaints
- Emergency response
- Resolving disputes
- Arresting suspects
- Criminal investigation
- Executing warrants
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent is required. One to two years of experience and POST Board Certification preferred but not required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
An applicant who is a resident of North Dakota and eligible to claim veterans’ preference must abide by the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines and submit any documentation with an otherwise complete application. Foster County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person