PROBATIONARY DEPUTY

Are you looking for a rewarding career in law enforcement?  Do you want to work for an agency who is dedicated to providing professional law enforcement services in partnership with the Lewis and Clark Community? 

The Lewis and Clark County Sheriff's Office is hiring for Probationary Deputies.  A Probationary Deputy works under the general supervision of a Sergeant and performs law enforcement and crime prevention duties and responsibilities. 

One (1) of the positions will be assigned to Augusta, MT.   The County will pay a substation allowance of $900 per month to the assigned deputy in Augusta. 

Candidates selected by the selection committee to proceed in the process will be contacted and invited to test.  Tests will be scheduled for the middle of March. 

 Who We Are

The Lewis & Clark County Sheriff's Office is the chief Law Enforcement agency in Lewis & Clark County, Montana. It is comprised of over 120 employees including sworn officers, detention officers and professional support staff. The Sheriff's Office provides general law enforcement, detention functions, rural fire support and search and rescue operations for the citizens of Lewis & Clark County in a service area of over two million acres. Additionally, this agency provides specialized regional services to the entire county and contract law enforcement to specific areas.

The Sheriff, who is elected by the residents of Lewis & Clark County, is the chief executive officer of the agency. He and his command staff manage the day-to-day investigations, evidence management, civil process and a number of support operations necessary to provide full law enforcement coverage and services for Lewis & Clark County.

Currently, the Sheriff's Office provides regional/resident law enforcement services in Lincoln and Augusta as well as contract law enforcement services at Canyon Ferry Lake during the summer. These services include general patrol services and the D.A.R.E. program, as well as any necessary investigative services.

Mission Statement

Dedicated to providing professional law enforcement services in partnership with the community.

Vision Statement

To enhance the quality of life in Lewis & Clark County through progressive law enforcement, quality personnel, innovative training and incorporating the latest technology.

Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office prides it’s self on a culture of professional development and training opportunities.  Deputies who join the Office have a variety of opportunities to participate on different teams.  After completing the one (1) year probationary period, a Deputy can submit a letter of interest to be part of a variety of teams. A few examples of those teams consist of:

• SWAT Team;
• WET (Water Emergency Team);
• Civil Disobedience Team;
• Taser Instructor;
• Use of Force Instructor;
• Firearms Instructor.

Another exciting opportunity is to be part of the Criminal Investigation Division.  The Lewis and Clark Sheriff's Office Investigators handle a wide range of duties. They are responsible for all major investigations, as well as conducting routine case work involving burglaries, thefts and criminal mischief. One Detective is assigned as the Violence Against Women Advocate and one is assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The Detectives work closely with the coroner in cases of suicides or unattended deaths.

Benefits

Lewis and Clark County offers a competitive benefits package!

Includes:

• Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage;
• • Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees;
  • High Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and a additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees;
• PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents;
• Retirement plans;
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays;
• Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee;
• Wellness Screening Incentive;
• Gym Membership Reimbursement;
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance;
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
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Other Benefits

Includes:

• Working in a fast-paced environment.
• Opportunity to serve on a variety of different committees;
• Professional development and training opportunities;
• Cost of living increases;
• Market adjustments;
• Step based wage increases;
• Paid parental leave.

Salary : $1,200