POSITION OVERVIEW

Perform a variety of Law Enforcement and Public Safety functions through teamwork and with the community of Gallatin County.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office is seeking bilingual Spanish/English applicants. Though not required to apply, preference will be given to applicants who have excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English. Applicants with this skill may be considered for additional pay through county incentive programs. Must meet minimum standards for the appointment and continued employment of public safety officers in the State of Montana in pursuant of Montana Administrative Rule (ARM) 23.13.201 as prescribed by the Montana Public Safety Officer Standards and Training Council. ARM 23.13.201: http://www.mtrules.org/gateway/RuleNo.asp?RN=23.13.201. Must have a good driving record; Possess or able to possess a Montana driver's license; Good physical condition; Possess a Montana P.O.S.T. certification or be able to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire; High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to legally possess a firearm; Have no felony convictions; No domestic abuse convictions; Good verbal and written communication skills: React quickly and effectively to stressful situations: Able to work nights, weekends and holidays; Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems; Clear and concise speech; Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously; Ability to perform essential functions of this position. NOTE: Employment is conditional on passing a written exam, physical fitness test, psychological exam, pre-employment physical and criminal background check. Must successfully complete the Field Training Officer Program and obtain Montana P.O.S.T certification. Personal conduct and behavior on duty as well as off duty must be such that it does not bring discredit upon the Sheriff's Office or its members. This position requires a high level of problem-solving ability, self-initiative and the ability and willingness to work a majority of the time without direct supervision. Position may be located at any of the following offices; Bozeman, Big Sky, West Yellowstone, Three Forks.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Possess a high school degree or equivalent. Additional incentives are available for higher education.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Testing and oral board dates are scheduled for June 3rd- 5th, 2024. All applicants must take or have completed Gallatin County Sheriff's written exam and fitness test; or may stand on their previous Gallatin County Sheriff's written scores if completed on or after January 2020 and their previous Gallatin County physical fitness test if completed within the last 90 days. Submit previous scores by contacting Captain Sprinkle at (406) 582-2174. Go to the Gallatin County Website and click on Careers, here you will fill out the application and upload your resume and references. Application must be submitted by 5:00 P.M. (MST) May 29th, 2024, to be considered. For updates and specific information, please refer to our website at www.gallatin.mt.gov/sheriff.

TO APPLY: Go to the “Careers” tab on our Gallatin County Website (https://gallatincomt.virtualtownhall.net/), locate this job and click APPLY. OR copy and paste this link: “https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gallatinmt/”

For application consideration, the following documents are REQUIRED to be submitted with your application:

• Resume
• Three (3) references

Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.

Qualified applicants may be placed in a pool for up to 6 months for consideration of future openings.

**Please note: This application can qualify you for both the Deputy Sheriff position and the Detention Officer position. The applicant will be notified if they are being considered for a position other than the one they originally applied for, and can choose to accept or deny being considered for another position opportunity.**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $33.11 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person