Patrol Deputy

Williams County; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (ND PERS)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Paid vacation and sick Leave

Job summary

Williams County is seeking a Patrol Deputy to perform law enforcement duties, patrol assigned areas, enforce laws, and respond to calls for assistance. The role involves interviewing violators, maintaining vehicle and equipment, and supporting regional agencies as needed.

You will engage in community policing, complete detailed reports, and uphold professional standards while working in varied environments and shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1 year of satisfactory work experience or equivalent.
• Must pass and maintain ND POST license requirements.
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License.
• Background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Protect lives and property through patrols, investigations, and enforcement.
• Patrol assigned areas for illegal, hazardous, and suspicious activities and provide backup.
• Enforce laws and regulations; document incidents and enforce local ordinances.
• Conduct traffic stops, investigate accidents, and assist victims and witnesses.
• Respond to calls, secure scenes, collect evidence, and testify in court as needed.
• Arrest suspects, transport detainees, and serve warrants and subpoenas.
• Assist other agencies as needed; participate in civil process service.
• Engage in community policing to improve safety and address concerns.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Driver's License

Background Check Clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ND POST license requirements

Job description

The Patrol Deputy performs skilled work to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Williams County. This position performs various law enforcement duties, such as patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, apprehending and interviewing violators, and responding to calls for assistance.

Typical Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of satisfactory work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must pass and maintain license requirements set by the North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training Board
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must pass a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Technical certifications in CPR, First Aid, and specialized equipment are required

Responsibilities

• Provides safety and security to citizens in the community through law enforcement, patrol, civil process service, investigations, and other duties on an assigned shift
• Patrols assigned areas, looking for illegal, hazardous, and suspicious activities and persons; provides backup assistance, scene security, and protection for regional emergency services personnel
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws and enforces local regulations and ordinances according to policies, procedures, and regulations
• Conducts traffic stops and investigates traffic accidents; assists victims and witnesses and investigates incidents as required; reports hazardous conditions and safety concerns
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses, and suspects in cases; secures and documents crime scenes and property; identifies and collects evidence; takes criminal complaints from citizens
• Arrests law violators; locates, pursues, and arrests criminal suspects; transports and processes prisoners and special custody cases; testifies in court; serves arrest and search warrants
• Assists other Sheriff’s Office staff, County departments, and federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies as needed
• As assigned, serves civil process documents, warrants, legal notices, and subpoenas
• Conducts community policing activities to help prevent crime, reduce fear of crime, and improve community relations; talks with business owners and other people in assigned areas, listens to concerns, and offers suggestions to improve safety and security
• Completes detailed reports and required technical paperwork
• Maintains patrol vehicles and equipment in clean and effective operating order
• May present education and information programs through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels residents on law enforcement activities, programs, and referral resources
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards of the Sheriff’s Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Supplemental Information

• Work is performed in both internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures; may be subject to physical harm such as dangerous vehicles, gunshots, and physical attacks; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, and infectious diseases
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards; required to restrain persons physically
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Compensation

Starting pay is $33.16/hour and may vary depending on qualifications, experience and training.

Benefits

• Williams County offers a generous benefit package including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plan for single, single plus dependent, or family, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, and more!
• All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.
• Williams County offers competitive pay, a great work environment and a generous benefit package to full time employees, including a fully-paid health/dental/vision plan for the entire family.
• Williams County pays the full premium for family, single-plus-dependent or single coverage plan for each full-time employee.
• Williams County provides a monthly allowance toward the purchase of a voluntary supplemental insurance policy for each full-time employee. Coverage may include single, single-plus-dependent or family coverage on any voluntary supplemental insurance provided by the designated Williams County supplemental insurance provider.
• Williams County pays the premium for a $25,000 term life insurance policy and $25,000 accidental death and dismemberment policy for full-time employees.
• Williams County pays the premium for a Long Term Disability Insurance plan for full-time employees.
• Employees who are at least 18 years of age and are working in a qualified position an average of 20 hours per week for five or more months of the year are required to participate in the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System (ND PERS) Retirement Plan. Membership will become effective immediately upon employment.
• To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website: www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/
• To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit whereinwilliamscounty.com.