Conservation & Public Safety Officer

Shakopee-Mdewakanton-Sioux-Community; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Volunteer hours program

Discounts on childcare

Fuel discounts

Bus passes

Fitness membership

Free uniforms

Uniform cleaning

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The SMSC Conservation department in Prior Lake, MN is seeking a Public Safety Officer to deliver law enforcement services under SMSC resolutions and Minnesota Statute. You will work with tribal and neighboring agencies to protect natural resources and maintain public safety.

The role involves issuing notices, pursuing court actions, and preserving accurate records. Join a team committed to training, education, and community protection.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years post-secondary education in law enforcement/criminal justice.
• Currently licensed with the Minnesota Police Officer Standards and Training (MN P.O.S.T.) or has passed the MN P.O.S.T written test and license eligible.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints and violations within the Community; reviews facts to determine if ordinance or statute violations occurred; issues violation notices and citations when appropriate.
• Works with SMSC Tribal Court, SMSC Gaming Enterprise and SMSC Business Council to serve notices; adheres to Tribal Court orders and appears in court as directed; serves as Bailiff during Tribal Court hearings.
• Maintains enforcement of SMSC Fish/Game and Animal Control Ordinances; issues hunting licenses and deer stand permits; investigates animal bites and alleged violations; interviews witnesses; reports violations.
• Maintains logs and records documenting inspection and enforcement activities; prepares written summary reports using RMS; maintains chain of custody records for evidence.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two years post-secondary education in law enforcement/criminal justice

MN POST license eligible / MN POST license

Job description

The SMSC Conservation department in Prior Lake, MN is seeking a Public Safety Officer to deliver law enforcement services under SMSC resolutions and Minnesota Statute. You will work with tribal and neighboring agencies to protect natural resources and maintain public safety.

The role involves issuing notices, pursuing court actions, and preserving accurate records. Join a team committed to training, education, and community protection.