Le Sueur
Job Opportunities
Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button. The Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office has one opening for a full time Deputy Sheriff. The Deputy Sheriff performs intermediate protective services with frequent exposure to high-risk situations. This position will exercise independent judgement in patrolling roadways and cities within the jurisdiction, enforce statutes and ordinances, make critical decisions, conduct general patrol, respond to emergency calls, monitor traffic, conduct investigations, prepare reports, develop community partnerships, and carry out special duties while using a significant degree of independent judgement and decision-making under the limited supervision of the Captain, Chief Deputy Sheriff and County Sheriff. Performs related work as apparent or assigned. Essential Functions Makes decisions, independently or in consultation with the supervisor, at incidents or crime scenes which may be centered around life-or-death situations; decisions may be split-second and are based on the safest procedures to be followed to ensure safety to individuals involved and fellow officers/members of public. Evaluates situations, determines the need and justification in implementing the use defensive tactic maneuvers, chemical agents, weapons, firearms, and deadly force to protect the life and safety of self and others. Patrols State, County, Township, and city streets in an emergency vehicle to preserve law and order. Prevents and detects the commission of crime. Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service. Takes appropriate action when responding to dangerous and unpredictable emergency calls. Monitors vehicular traffic throughout the County. Enforces state and local traffic laws. Keeps current on new and changing laws, attends mandated training and meets required testing standards. Conducts investigations. Preserves the integrity of the crime scene. Identifies, documents, collects, and preserves evidence. Prepares and records reports. Completes initial incident reports of investigated complaints and findings. Controls individuals, their actions, and the situation. Evaluates information to determine the need to arrest a person. Carries out special duties. Additional duties within the Sheriff's Office may include, but are not limited to; Field Training Officer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Canine Handler, Taser Instructor, Special Weapons and Tactics Operator, ARMER Radio Instructor. Provides credible testimony in court. Attends and testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings. Promotes a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace. Interacts positively with internal and external customers. Communicates and interacts effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers. Performs the physical and mental demands required for the position. Trains and mentors new staff as requested. Serves Civil Process Papers. Serves civil papers including but not limited to subpoenas, summons, writs, dissolution orders, and levies of garnishment to citizens, places of business, and organizations as directed by court. Participates in professional staff development. Participates in training and education opportunities to maintain and improve proficiency. Performs other related functions as apparent or assigned. Education and Experience Minimum Qualifications:
Enrolled in or completed an associates/technical degree program in criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field. Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed as a peace officer in the state of MN at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field. Special Requirements Minnesota peace officer standards and training (POST) license. CPR/first aid, first responder and defibrillator certification. Must successfully pass a psychological evaluation, physical examination and background check. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the State of Minnesota. Must comply with all federal and state laws and organizational and departmental policies and regulations. Must qualify with firearms within existing departmental qualification standards. Must submit to fingerprinting and a check of those fingerprints through the FBI and Minnesota BCA. Must frequently wear a bullet-resistant vest while on duty. Required POST mandated training will be provided and certifications must be maintained and completed on an ongoing, scheduled basis. Benefits include health insurance, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and PERA retirement plan. Salary range is $33.36 to $47.14 per hour. Contact information: Telephone: 507-357-8579 Fax: 507-357-8607 Position open until filled. Reviewing applications April 22, 2025.
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Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button. The Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office has one opening for a full time Deputy Sheriff. The Deputy Sheriff performs intermediate protective services with frequent exposure to high-risk situations. This position will exercise independent judgement in patrolling roadways and cities within the jurisdiction, enforce statutes and ordinances, make critical decisions, conduct general patrol, respond to emergency calls, monitor traffic, conduct investigations, prepare reports, develop community partnerships, and carry out special duties while using a significant degree of independent judgement and decision-making under the limited supervision of the Captain, Chief Deputy Sheriff and County Sheriff. Performs related work as apparent or assigned. Essential Functions Makes decisions, independently or in consultation with the supervisor, at incidents or crime scenes which may be centered around life-or-death situations; decisions may be split-second and are based on the safest procedures to be followed to ensure safety to individuals involved and fellow officers/members of public. Evaluates situations, determines the need and justification in implementing the use defensive tactic maneuvers, chemical agents, weapons, firearms, and deadly force to protect the life and safety of self and others. Patrols State, County, Township, and city streets in an emergency vehicle to preserve law and order. Prevents and detects the commission of crime. Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service. Takes appropriate action when responding to dangerous and unpredictable emergency calls. Monitors vehicular traffic throughout the County. Enforces state and local traffic laws. Keeps current on new and changing laws, attends mandated training and meets required testing standards. Conducts investigations. Preserves the integrity of the crime scene. Identifies, documents, collects, and preserves evidence. Prepares and records reports. Completes initial incident reports of investigated complaints and findings. Controls individuals, their actions, and the situation. Evaluates information to determine the need to arrest a person. Carries out special duties. Additional duties within the Sheriff's Office may include, but are not limited to; Field Training Officer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Canine Handler, Taser Instructor, Special Weapons and Tactics Operator, ARMER Radio Instructor. Provides credible testimony in court. Attends and testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings. Promotes a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace. Interacts positively with internal and external customers. Communicates and interacts effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers. Performs the physical and mental demands required for the position. Trains and mentors new staff as requested. Serves Civil Process Papers. Serves civil papers including but not limited to subpoenas, summons, writs, dissolution orders, and levies of garnishment to citizens, places of business, and organizations as directed by court. Participates in professional staff development. Participates in training and education opportunities to maintain and improve proficiency. Performs other related functions as apparent or assigned. Education and Experience Minimum Qualifications:
Enrolled in or completed an associates/technical degree program in criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field. Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed as a peace officer in the state of MN at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field. Special Requirements Minnesota peace officer standards and training (POST) license. CPR/first aid, first responder and defibrillator certification. Must successfully pass a psychological evaluation, physical examination and background check. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the State of Minnesota. Must comply with all federal and state laws and organizational and departmental policies and regulations. Must qualify with firearms within existing departmental qualification standards. Must submit to fingerprinting and a check of those fingerprints through the FBI and Minnesota BCA. Must frequently wear a bullet-resistant vest while on duty. Required POST mandated training will be provided and certifications must be maintained and completed on an ongoing, scheduled basis. Benefits include health insurance, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and PERA retirement plan. Salary range is $33.36 to $47.14 per hour. Contact information: Telephone: 507-357-8579 Fax: 507-357-8607 Position open until filled. Reviewing applications April 22, 2025.
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