Sheriff's Deputy

Scott County Sheriff's Office; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott County Sheriff's Office in Minnesota is hiring a Sheriff’s Deputy. The role involves patrolling streets, responding to emergencies, interviewing witnesses, and conducting investigations to support public safety.

The position offers a $2000 hiring bonus paid in installments and requires a valid driver's license with Minnesota POST Board eligibility by October 25, 2026. Selection includes background check, psychological evaluation, physical exam, drug testing, and county board approval.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have completed skills, possess a valid driver's license, and be full-time license eligible by the Minnesota POST Board by October 25, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Patrols streets, roads, highways, waterways, and recreation trails throughout Scott County to ensure compliance with and enforcement of laws.
• Responds to emergencies and assists in management and recovery during disasters.
• Answers emergency and complaint calls; interviews people and counsels in disputes.
• Investigates crimes; gathers information, preserves evidence, and prepares reports.
• Conducts forensics on computers; coordinates with state agencies for investigations.
• Maintains and operates law enforcement equipment and participates in community outreach and education.

Job description

Receive a $2000 Hiring Bonus in addition to great starting pay and benefits:

$500 bonus upon hire, $500 upon passing probation, and $1000 after two (2) years of service as a Sheriff’s Deputy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Patrols streets, roads, highways, waterways, and recreation trails throughout Scott County to ensure compliance with and enforcement of laws.


• Reacts quickly, calmly, and appropriately in emergencies; responds to and assists in management and recovery during disasters - natural or man-made.


• Answers emergency and complaint calls; interviews people and attempts to make proper disposition; counsels in domestic or other disputes.


• Investigates automobile accidents and crimes, gathering information and making detailed reports; assumes charge of major incident scenes until relieved, ascertains facts available at the scene, gathering, preserving, and processing evidence.


• Organizes, conducts, and monitors search operations for missing/lost/abducted children and adults; searches for wanted or missing persons and property; assists other law enforcement personnel as required or requested.


• Issues citations, makes arrests, and takes prisoners to jail to process prisoners.


• Serves warrants and court orders; prepares records and data for court processing; maintains discipline in courtroom; assists attorneys in prosecuting felony and misdemeanor cases; testifies in court.


• Investigates homicide, criminal sexual conduct, and other serious felony investigations; cultivates and uses Confidential Informants; coordinates with the BCA and other LE Agencies on large scale investigations.


• Provides case information and recommendations to the County Attorney's Office and Child Protection; conducts detailed Crime Scene evidence collection; works with the County Attorney's Office for trial preparation; logs and stores evidence to be used in criminal matters.


• Conducts forensics work on computers used in crime or may contain evidence; coordinate and make requests of the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension in forensic area.


• Ensures the proper use and maintenance of law enforcement related equipment, including, cars, trucks, snowmobiles, boats, trailers, ATV's, haulers, computers, search and rescue apparatus, etc.


• Attends meetings, forums, and events to educate the public about a variety of public safety issues as well as to have a presence within the community at community oriented events; plans and coordinates giveaways, booths, PowerPoint, presentations, and curriculum used to educate and inform others about law enforcement activities and public safety issues.


• Prepares detailed written and electronic reports regarding incidents and activities that occur during a shift; maintains and keeps appropriate records related to investigations, ticketing, training, work with other agencies,


• Manages budgets, grants/grant applications, and data entry and reporting of activities related to a specific program or program areas; provides input and documentation for the annual budget process.


• Creates, promotes, monitors and supervises community crime prevention programs such as Neighborhood Watch, Operation ID, Business Watch, National Night Out, etc.


• Conducts residential and commercial premise surveys incorporating the principals of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design as well as other basic crime prevention techniques; conducts alcohol and tobacco compliance checks at local businesses.


• Maintains fitness in order to perform physical tasks which at any time may include walking for extended periods, running in foot pursuits, climbing, jumping and dodging obstacles, lifting and carrying or dragging and pulling objects and people, pushing, bending and reaching, exerting varying degrees of force, using restraining and control devices or holds, using hands and feet for self-defense.


• Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.


• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have completed skills, possess a valid driver's license, and be full-time license eligible by the Minnesota POST Board by October 25, 2026.

SELECTION PROCESS

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be invited to participate in additional assessments. Final selection will include: a background investigation, psychological evaluation, physical exam, drug testing, and approval by the County Board.