Community Service Officer

Are you ready to kick start your law enforcement career? Come be a part of protecting the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community! You will be responsible for providing public safety law enforcement services to the Community under the authority of SMSC resolutions, ordinances and Minnesota Statute. Enjoy weekly pay, 401k match day one, and health benefits.

Job Overview: Performs general public safety work consisting of protecting the Health, Welfare and Safety of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). This includes protecting the property (Air/Soil/Water), maintaining order, preventing crimes, and enforcing ordinances, passed by the SMSC General Council. The basic responsibilities include assisting the SMSC Community, SMSC Conservation Officer, police officers, public, and other SMSC staff by performing a variety of public relations technical, clerical, and manual activities related to law enforcement functions which do not require peace officer status. The Community Service Officer (CSO) will also perform related duties as required. This position works within the framework of the policies, ordinances and resolutions of the SMSC Community as well as applicable state and federal laws.

Maximize Your Impact: The Responsibilities You’ll Own:

• Assist with enforcement of ordinances; Fish and Game, Animal Control, Consolidated Land Management Ordinance etc.
• Serve as SMSC Tribal Court Bailiff.
• Assist with SMSC annual Wacipi and other SMSC and Gaming Enterprise outdoor events.
• Report writing.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Law enforcement related experience and/or passed the MN P.O.S.T. eligibility test (Current).
• Ability to receive and record incident reports.
• Pass applicant drug/alcohol screening, medical/psychological exam and comprehensive background check.
• Intermediate computer proficiency to include word processing, electronic mail, and related business software.
• Must be detailed oriented and disciplined to perform routine task under adverse conditions.
• Valid Class D driver’s license may be required with a good driving record.
• This position is subject to testing for drugs (THC included) & alcohol in accordance with the Federal Department of Transportation Regulations as well as the SMSC’s Drug / THC and Alcohol Policy.
  
  
  

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: At the SMSC, we are invested in our Team Members, as demonstrated by the competitive benefits we offer. Team Members may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous PTO package, which includes outreach hours for volunteer work through our #SMSCgives outreach program. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are: The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes both time and financial resources across the region, state, and country. The SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties, and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative that organizes various opportunities in the local community. To empower its team members to take part in the Dakota tradition of giving, the SMSC provides paid hours to team members to volunteer at events. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org