Patrol Deputy Sheriff: Serve & Protect Community

Lakemt; Polson (MT); On-site; USD 37,195 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

State retirement system

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Lakemt is hiring a Deputy Sheriff to serve the Lake County community in Montana. The role involves responding to emergencies, enforcing laws, and performing daily sheriff's office duties with emphasis on accuracy in reports and calm handling of stressful situations.

The candidate must meet peace officer requirements, including U.S. citizenship, being 18+, background checks, legal driving status, and meeting medical and oral examination standards. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be fingerprinted and cleared of criminal records.
• Not have a disqualifying conviction.
• Be of good moral character verified by a background check.
• High School graduate or GED with equivalency certificate.
• Be examined by a licensed physician for health suitability.
• Pass an oral examination assessing communication, temperament and motivation.
• Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls for service.
• Enforce the law.
• Perform duties of the Sheriff's Office.
• Write reports accurately and clearly.
• Interact with the public in a professional manner.
• Handle sensitive information per Montana law.

Skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Trustworthy

Good moral character

Citizenship

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Lakemt is hiring a Deputy Sheriff to serve the Lake County community in Montana. The role involves responding to emergencies, enforcing laws, and performing daily sheriff's office duties with emphasis on accuracy in reports and calm handling of stressful situations.

The candidate must meet peace officer requirements, including U.S. citizenship, being 18+, background checks, legal driving status, and meeting medical and oral examination standards. This is a full-time position with benefits.