Deputy Sheriff

Lyoncountymn; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyon County is seeking a full-time Deputy Sheriff. Applicants must have at least an associate degree in law enforcement, be POST licensed or eligible to be licensed at appointment, and hold a valid MN driver’s license. Experience is preferred but not required.

Pre-employment background, criminal history checks, and a drug/alcohol screen are required, with online or printable applications accepted. The 2026 pay range is $31.43-$44.01 per hour, with two wage increases in the first year, and EEOC

Qualifications

• Associate degree in law enforcement required or equivalent.
• POST license or eligible to be licensed at appointment time.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license is required.

Skills

POST licensed or eligible

MN driver's license

Education

Associate degree in law enforcement

Job description

Lyon County is hiring a full-time Deputy Sheriff. Applicants must have at a minimum an associate degree in law enforcement; be POST licensed, or eligible to be licensed at the time of appointment; and possess a valid MN driver’s license. Experience is preferred, but not required. Successful applicants must also pass a pre-employment background investigation and criminal history check as well as successful completion of a pre-employment physical including a drug and alcohol screening test prior to appointment. Online submissions are accepted or printable application packet and full position description can be found at www.lyoncountymn.gov. Resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of an application.

• The 2026 pay range is $31.43-$44.01 depending on experience, with two (2) wage increases in the first year.

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