Tribal Public Safety & Conservation Officer

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC); Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) is seeking a dedicated public safety law enforcement professional. You will provide services under SMSC resolutions, ordinances and Minnesota Statute, collaborating with neighboring agencies to safeguard the Community and its Natural Resources.

You will enforce the SMSC Fish/Game and Animal Control laws, issue licenses and permits, and maintain detailed records. Training and continued certification are required to meet MN P.O.S.T.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years post-secondary education in law enforcement/criminal justice.
• MN P.O.S.T. license or license-eligibility.
• Ability to pass background check, medical and psych exams.
• Valid Class D driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints and violations within the Community, reviews facts, issues notices and citations as appropriate.
• Works with SMSC Tribal Court, SMSC Gaming Enterprise and SMSC Business Council; serves notices and acts as Bailiff during hearings.
• Enforces SMSC Fish/Game and Animal Control ordinances; issues licenses and deer stand permits; investigates incidents.
• Maintains logs and reports using RMS; documents inspection and enforcement activities.
• Maintains chain of custody for evidence; adheres to Data Practice rules.
• Attends certification and recertification classes; delivers training to department members.
• Researches and presents educational materials or programs to the Community.
• Completes required training to meet mandated CEU requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

De-escalation

Education

Two years post-secondary education in law enforcement/criminal justice

Job description

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) is seeking a dedicated public safety law enforcement professional. You will provide services under SMSC resolutions, ordinances and Minnesota Statute, collaborating with neighboring agencies to safeguard the Community and its Natural Resources.

You will enforce the SMSC Fish/Game and Animal Control laws, issue licenses and permits, and maintain detailed records. Training and continued certification are required to meet MN P.O.S.T.