Patrol Sergeant

Williams County; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Williams County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a Patrol Sergeant to lead patrol operations, investigations, and staff on an assigned shift. The role requires enforcing laws, coordinating with other agencies, and maintaining high ethical standards.

The position involves responding to emergencies, preparing detailed reports, and mentoring deputies. A ND licensed officer with at least four years in law enforcement and a background check is required; fitness and CPR/First Aid certification are also

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND four years of experience in law enforcement; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• At least three years of law enforcement experience must be in North Dakota
• Must pass and maintain license requirements 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 investigation and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards
• Technical certifications in CPR, First Aid, and specialized equipment are required
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Responsibilities

• Supervises and participates in patrol operations, civil process service, investigations, and other duties on assigned shift
• Supervises assigned staff; prioritizes assignments, oversees deployment of personnel, monitors work, and evaluates performance
• Meets with staff to resolve workload or technical issues; ensures effective communication of Sheriff’s Office goals and priorities
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with local regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; investigates, documents, and resolves traffic incidents, crimes, dangerous or illegal activities, and citizen complaints
• Performs duties of a Sheriff’s Deputy as needed and assists in the performance of their daily work
• Completes detailed reports, required paperwork, and conducts follow-up investigations as needed
• Ensures assigned Deputies are prepared for duty, adequately trained and equipped, and held accountable for assigned responsibilities
• Conducts staff briefings; reviews case reports and warrants; advises the Patrol Lieutenant regarding significant developments related to investigations, citizen complaints, and personnel
• Manages critical incidents and investigations; responds to crime scenes and assumes command when appropriate
• Coordinates activities with other law enforcement and emergency service agencies
• Testifies as a credible witness in court proceedings
• Maintains the Sheriff's Office's integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards by ensuring 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

Skills

Leadership

Patrol operations

Emergency response

Investigations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Patrol Sergeant ensures the safety and security of Williams County by leading and participating in law enforcement activities, including patrol, emergency response, and investigations. This position is responsible for supervising and coordinating their assigned shift.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Supervises and participates in patrol operations, civil process service, investigations, and other duties on assigned shift
• Supervises assigned staff; prioritizes assignments, oversees deployment of personnel, monitors work, and evaluates performance
• Meets with staff to resolve workload or technical issues; ensures effective communication of Sheriff’s Office goals and priorities
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with local regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; investigates, documents, and resolves traffic incidents, crimes, dangerous or illegal activities, and citizen complaints
• Performs duties of a Sheriff’s Deputy as needed and assists in the performance of their daily work
• Completes detailed reports, required paperwork, and conducts follow-up investigations as needed
• Ensures assigned Deputies are prepared for duty, adequately trained and equipped, and held accountable for assigned responsibilities
• Conducts staff briefings; reviews case reports and warrants; advises the Patrol Lieutenant regarding significant developments related to investigations, citizen complaints, and personnel
• Manages critical incidents and investigations; responds to crime scenes and assumes command when appropriate
• Coordinates activities with other law enforcement and emergency service agencies
• Testifies as a credible witness in court proceedings
• Maintains the Sheriff's Office's integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards by ensuring 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

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND four (4) years of experience in law enforcement; ORan equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• At least three (3) years of law enforcement experience must be in North Dakota
• Must pass and maintain license requirements 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 investigation and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards
• Technical certifications in CPR, First Aid, and specialized equipment are required
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Work is performed in internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures; subject to physical harm such as dangerous vehicles, gunshots, and physical attacks; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, and infectious and contagious diseases; required to restrain persons physically.

Benefits

Starting pay is $53.00 per hour and may vary based on qualifications and experience. Williams County offers a generous benefits package including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plans for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, and more!

To learn more about the Williams County Sheriff's Office, please visit our website: https://www.williamsnd.com/departments/sheriff/

To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit whereinwilliamscounty.com.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.