Deputy Sheriff I

• Patrol Pennington County for prevention and suppression of crime, enforce laws (federal, state and local) and ordinances, investigate illegal or suspicious activities and ensure the protection of life and property.
• Respond to calls relayed by radio, including domestic disputes, arrests, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons and stranded motorists.
• Carry out investigations of assigned cases; collect evidence; identify and apprehend offenders; interview complainants, victims, witnesses and suspects; conduct follow-up investigations as required.
• Document work activities into a records management system and manage sensitive data and legal documentation.
• Serve as a first responder in emergency situations such as accidents, medical issues, natural disasters, etc.
• Interview witnesses/suspects, prepare written reports and appear in court as a witness.
• Respond to specified deaths within Pennington County to perform the duties of Deputy Coroner in accordance with SDCL 23-14, which requires specialized training.
• Maintain ability to testify as a credible witness in court.
• Adhere to Sheriff’s Office Global and Law Enforcement Policies and Procedures (150).
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

• High school Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment hiring standards, to include a written exam, medical physical and physical agility test.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Able to obtain state of South Dakota Law Enforcement Officer Basic Certification per SDCL 2-01-02.
• Successful completion of the South Dakota Law Enforcement Basic Officer Certification Course (520 hours).
• Successful completion of the Deputy Training Program (600 hours).
• Free of any felony conviction.
• Free of any domestic violence simple assault conviction.
• Ability to successfully perform the skills required for use of force, which may include the use of deadly force.
• Eligibility for employment following a character background investigation and pre-employment psychological exam.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid South Dakota Driver’s License within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.

• Work is typically performed in office, specialized law enforcement vehicle, field environments and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.
• The work requires the use of specialized law enforcement equipment to include firearm, taser, OC spray and rifle.
• Due to the geography of Pennington County, Deputies will find themselves working in remote, rural areas to include grasslands, mountains, lakes, creeks and the badlands.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone, over the radio, and in person.
• Specific abilities required include data entry, driving, public speaking, hearing, vision, color differentiation, standing walking, bending, stooping, running, carrying and safely and effectively using tools of the trade (firearms, tasers, etc.)
• This position may be exposed to hazardous conditions, extreme weather conditions, infectious diseases, air and water borne pathogens, bodily fluids and combative and assaultive suspects and criminals.
• Deputies must possess the physical strength and conditioning to render emergency aid or defend themselves or others in a physical altercation.

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