Patrol Deputy

Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office seeks highly skilled licensed officers to join the Patrol Division. In this role, you will perform general duty law enforcement work to protect life and property across one of Minnesota’s fastest growing counties. You will be trusted to make critical decisions in dynamic situations; experienced officers will train and provide guidance to less experienced staff, shaping an evolving department while upholding a high level of trust and integrity.

We are committed to officer development and maintaining high standards. Our goal is to provide staff with the training needed to effectively police the community, seek specialty assignments (K9, ERU, Dive Team, Financial Crimes and Welfare Fraud, DTF, School Resource Officer) and the opportunity to advance into leadership roles.

• Designated training officer develops and provides comprehensive training to all licensed staff, adhering to P.O.S.T. requirements and beyond.
• Licensed employees have access to a modern training facility and indoor gun range.

• Comprehensive benefits package
• On-site medical clinic for employees and their families
• Paid Parental Leave (PPL)
• Uniform Allowance
• Annual Fitness Incentive
• Take home squad
• Health & Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Patrol Sherburne County to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime.

Answer a wide variety of calls and complaints involving felonies, misdemeanors, domestic disturbances, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, drownings, animal control, area searches and other incidents.

Administer first aid, conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, obtain witnesses, make arrests, and transport prisoners.

Enforce traffic laws and cite traffic violations.

Serve warrants, summonses, and other processes on persons; execute court orders; conduct routine investigations and assist in complex investigations.

Assist fire departments and other law enforcement agencies in responding in emergency response and natural disasters.

Testify in court; participate in the preparation of cases for court.

Prepare all necessary reports.

Escort prisoners and others to and from court, jail, other jurisdictions, or rehabilitative institutions.

Perform other relevant duties as apparent or directed.

Develop and maintain respectful and cooperative working relationships.

Regular and reliable attendance according to the department’s work schedule.

Thorough knowledge of federal, state, county, and local laws and ordinances.

Thorough knowledge of criminal justice system, court procedures and applicable equipment.

Ability to quickly evaluate situations and respond to non-routine emergency situations in an appropriate manner.

Knowledge of public service activities and county policies.

Ability to recognize and communicate with people in adverse situations.

Knowledge of Sherburne County geography, roadways, and highways.

High School Diploma.

Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.

Must meet academic and skills course requirements for state licensure: successful completion of a two-year college program in law enforcement and an eight-week skills course; or equivalent training/experience recognized by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST).

Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (POST).

If you have not held a licensed peace officer position within Minnesota, please attach your POST eligibility letter to your application.

Must be able to perform work typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. May involve lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects, materials, and people (100+ pounds). Other physical requirements include the ability to chase, run and apply physical restraints. Acute vision and hearing are required.

Inside/outside work time varies by shift and assignment; work is performed in all types of weather conditions in an unsecured environment. This position may encounter life‑threatening situations, which require substantial physical and mental capabilities. Exposures may include, but are not limited to, disagreeable odors, communicable diseases, body fluids, hazardous chemicals, elevated noise levels and dangerous individuals who may be armed.

Must work rotating shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends.

• In-person interview
• Background Investigation
• Psychological Evaluation
• Physical and Agility Test