Sheriff's Sergeant (Internal Sheriff's Office applicants only)

Description

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Sergeant to supervise the work of deputies and support staff assigned to various Sheriff's Office divisions and units.

Location and hours:

This position may be assigned to any unit or division within the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and requires flexibility in hours including days, evenings, overnights, on-call, weekends, holidays, and requires being on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year . Based on current requirements hires must live in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

About The Position Type

This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a current regular or probationary employee of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office to apply for this position. Limited duration employees are not eligible.

This position is internally classified as a Sheriff's Sergeant.

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In This Position, You Will

• Supervise the work of deputies and support staff assigned to various Sheriff's Office divisions and units.
• Train and develop staff; write performance evaluations; handle first-line grievances.
• Recommend commendations and disciplinary action to superiors.
• Communicate and interpret administrative and policy directives; administer labor agreements.
• Participate in the general enforcement of law, prevention of crime or disorder, and criminal investigations.
• Record activities during assigned shift and inform relief and senior officers of all pertinent details.
• Study departmental methods and procedures; analyze organizational issues in assignment of functions, lines of authority, and staffing to recommend improvements to administration.
• Act as division/unit lead in the absence of an administrative superior.
• Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity & inclusion.
  
  

Need To Have

• Four or more years of approved law enforcement experience as a licensed peace officer.
• Licensed as a Peace Officer in the state of Minnesota.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit .
  
  

Nice To Have

• Ability to:
• Work effectively within a complex environment, create a trusting and productive work environment, and establish focus for team efforts.
• Plan, organize, assign, supervise, and inspect the work of subordinates.
• Exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other public officials, departmental members, and general public.
• Work effectively with an increasingly diverse client population.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work and interactions.
• We are seeking individuals who actively contribute to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
• Candidates are expected to engage in ongoing professional development related to DEI
  

About The Department

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office serves the county's 1.2 million residents. State law mandates most of the sheriff's office duties, including managing the county jail, providing security to the district court, and patrolling the waterways in the county.

The Sheriff's Office also runs specialized initiatives like Criminal Information Sharing and Analysis (CISA), Violent Offender Task Force (VOTF), Crime Scene Investigation, Criminal Investigation, Community Outreach and Employee Wellness. The mission of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is: Providing quality professional services while building meaningful relationships that are sustainable within our communities, and with our partners, to ensure justice and safety for all.

About Hennepin County

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Employee).

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The list created from this job announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or a criminal background check.

If You Have Any Questions, Please Contact

Lidy Vu

lidy.vu@hennepin.us

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