Deputy Sheriff

Stlouiscountymn; Duluth (MN); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave

Paid Holidays

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Benefits

Training and Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office in Minnesota seeks motivated law enforcement professionals for full‑time service across diverse duty stations.

Lateral hires may qualify for higher starting pay and accelerated training, with commitments to retirement benefits and progressive vacation accruals. Officers join a large agency with opportunities in Patrol, Investigations, Drug Task Force, ICAC, Civil/Warrants, Transport, and Courts, plus comprehensive training and advancement paths.

Formación

• Meet the educational requirements or reciprocity standards of the Minnesota POST Board to become licensed as a peace officer.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in Minnesota.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine criminal investigations, law enforcement and process serving tasks.
• Respond to calls for service within a patrol area and enforce laws by proactive patrolling and investigations.
• Work under the direction of assigned supervisory staff and participate in various divisions as needed.

Conocimientos

POST standards

Driver's license

Firearm possession

Educación

Minnesota POST License

Descripción del empleo

Kind of Work
Serve your community while living in one of the most beautiful places in the country. Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes away from world‑class fishing, hunting, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and exploring the world’s largest freshwater lake, Voyager’s National Park or the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. In St. Louis County, Minnesota, you’ll work where others come to vacation.

We are seeking motivated men and women to join the largest sheriff’s office in northern Minnesota with a staff of 300 including 118 licensed Deputies serving the largest county in Minnesota—over 7,500 square miles, home to 202,000 residents, and a destination for thousands more each season. From the rugged Lake Vermilion to the international port city of Duluth, St. Louis County offers a variety of duty stations, from remote wilderness posts to urban policing.

Why Choose St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office?

• Community & Support – Work in an environment where management, county leadership, and the public support law enforcement.
• Take‑Home Squad Cars – Deputies are assigned personal squads for travel to and from work.
• Specialized Teams – Opportunities include Emergency Response Team, Drone Team, Underwater Recovery Team, K‑9 Unit (6 teams across the county), and more.
• Equipment & Resources – Access to 32 boats, 11 snowmobiles, 13 ATVs, 2 Sherps, and 2 Marsh Masters for year‑round enforcement and rescue operations.
• Overtime Opportunities – Boat patrols on Lake Superior and inland lakes, snowmobile and ATV patrols.
• Training & Growth – State‑of‑the‑art training facilities, including a dedicated defensive tactics center and Milo simulator. Ongoing training beyond mandatory requirements.
• Career Development – Multiple divisions including Patrol, Investigations, Drug Task Force, ICAC, Civil/Warrants, Transport, and Courts, with clear promotional pathways.

LATERAL HIRE: Experienced law enforcement professionals may qualify for higher starting pay, accelerated training, and increased vacation, sick and parental leave accruals.

The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $32.44 - $47.13 per hour.

St. Louis County does not participate in E‑Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full‑time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class is responsible to perform routine criminal investigation, law enforcement and process serving tasks. Duties include responding to calls for service within a patrol area and enforcing laws by proactive patrolling and investigating crimes. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Work Environment

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Vision; hearing; balance; feel/use fingers; grasp/handle; and taste/smell. FREQUENT: Rotate trunk; sit; stand; stoop/bend; talk/speak; walk; work around others; customer/public contact; clients with behavioral challenges; shift work; extended days; work inside, work outside and driving. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 100 pounds; push/pull up to 120 pounds; climb stairs; crouch/squat; and reach. RARE: Lift/carry up to 50 lbs; climb ladders; crawl; elevated work; reach above shoulder.

Selection Process

Selection Process includes a Physical Fitness Test and Physical Activity Determination Form.

Minimum Qualifications

• Meet the educational requirements or reciprocity standards of the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Board to become licensed as a peace officer according to Minnesota Rules 6700.0700; OR possession of a valid Minnesota POST license, eligibility, or reciprocity application.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in the State of Minnesota.

Rating System

Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process: Points will be awarded based on the applicant’s answers to supplemental questions 23‑26. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Background Investigation

• Background investigation form/questionnaire and background/reference checks.
• Psychological testing.

Essential Functions

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.

Veterans Preference

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.

Physical‑medical Standards

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

Drug Testing

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

Background Check

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

Employment Eligibility Verification

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

Probationary Period

Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six‑month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

Non‑discrimination

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran‑friendly employer.

Benefits

Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Benefits are prorated for part‑time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.