Patrol Deputy - Protect & Serve Rural Minnesota

Goodhue County; Red Wing (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified applicants for a Patrol Deputy opening in Red Wing, MN. The role includes patrolling rural areas, responding to calls, handling life-threatening situations, gathering evidence, and testifying in court.

Strong firearms and tactical skills are favored, with familiarity of Goodhue County geography. The position offers an hourly rate with a full-benefits package, and an eligibility list will be created.

Qualifications

• Minnesota POST licensed as a full-time peace officer or able to obtain by date of hire.
• Thorough knowledge of the laws of city, county and federal governments as well as arrest procedures, search and seizure, and other functions of a peace officer.
• Qualified applicants will also be able to pass a thorough background investigation and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Patrols county rural areas in the prevention and detection of crime.
• Responds to calls for assistance from the public involving criminal and non-criminal activities.
• Responds to all life-threatening situations and renders necessary aid.
• Gathers evidence from investigations, files reports with the department and testifies in court on related matters.
• Skill in the use of firearms and defensive tactics.
• Familiarity with the geographic make-up of Goodhue County.

Job description

Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified applicants for a Patrol Deputy opening in Red Wing, MN. The role includes patrolling rural areas, responding to calls, handling life-threatening situations, gathering evidence, and testifying in court.

Strong firearms and tactical skills are favored, with familiarity of Goodhue County geography. The position offers an hourly rate with a full-benefits package, and an eligibility list will be created.