Deputy Sheriff Wall - Certified Only

Position Description

The Pennington County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the Deputy Sheriff position assigned to the Community of Wall, South Dakota. Wall is a small community 50 miles east of Rapid City off of Interstate 90. Wall is home to the famous Wall Drug Store, gateway to Badlands National Park and has an excellent school district. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a larger agency within a small town. The Wall Deputy Sheriff assignment includes a take home patrol vehicle, a $300 monthly housing allowance and will be scheduled to work four, ten hour shifts.

The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office offers you job security, great benefits, on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, varied shifts for work/life balance and a full-time employee wellness coordinator!

This position requires the Deputy to live within 5 miles of city limits to not only increase community engagement but also reduce response time.

For more information about the Community of Wall, please visit this link.

Position Functions

• 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.

Qualifications

Testing Process: Applicants are required to meet minimum physical agility standards prior to an interview.
Education: High school diploma or GED
Age: Minimum 21 years of age
Experience: Prior LE experience
Licensure: Valid South Dakota Driver's License within 90 days of state residency.
Certification: Must have SD Law Enforcement Certification; OR be reciprocity eligible

Background Standards: https://sdlegislature.gov/Rules/Administrative/02:01:02

Candidates must pass all medical, physical, written, and psychological examinations. Candidates can be disqualified at any time during the hiring process at the discretion of the Sheriff, Chief Deputy, Human Resources Manager.

Additional Information

Benefits Include:
Paid On-the-Job Training
Advancement Opportunities
South Dakota State Retirement System PENSION, 8% employer match, vested after 3 years
11 Paid Holidays Annually
80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year/ 120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year
80 Paid Sick Hours Annually
Bereavement Leave
Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays Overtime Opportunities
Time of Service Bonuses
Post 9/11 GI Bill
Federal Student Aid Forgiveness
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans with HSA Option
Blues 365 Discount Program
Delta Dental Insurance
Avesis Vision Insurance
$20,000 employer-paid employee life coverage
Voluntary Life Coverage
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options
Connections Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Gym
YMCA Discounts
Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges
Chaplain Program
Employee Referral Program