Deputy Sheriff

Kind of WorkServe your community while living in one of the most beautiful places in the country. Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes away from world-class fishing, hunting, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and exploring the world’s largest freshwater lake, Voyager’s National Park or the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. In St. Louis County, Minnesota, you’ll work where others come to vacation.We are seeking motivated men and women to join the largest sheriff’s office in northern Minnesota with a staff of 300 including 118 licensed Deputies serving the largest county in Minnesota—over 7,500 square miles, home to 202,000 residents, and a destination for thousands more each season. From the rugged Lake Vermilion to the international port city of Duluth, St. Louis County offers a variety of duty stations, from remote wilderness posts to urban policing.Why Choose St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office?Community & Support – Work in an environment where management, county leadership, and the public support law enforcement.Take-Home Squad Cars – Deputies are assigned personal squads for travel to and from work.Specialized Teams – Opportunities include Emergency Response Team, Drone Team, Underwater Recovery Team, K-9 Unit (6 teams across the county), and more.Equipment & Resources – Access to 32 boats, 11 snowmobiles, 13 ATVs, 2 Sherps, and 2 Marsh Masters for year-round enforcement and rescue operations.Overtime Opportunities – Boat patrols on Lake Superior and inland lakes, snowmobile and ATV patrols.Training & Growth – State-of-the-art training facilities, including a dedicated defensive tactics center and Milo simulator. Ongoing training beyond mandatory requirements.Career Development – Multiple divisions including Patrol, Investigations, Drug Task Force, ICAC, Civil/Warrants, Transport, and Courts, with clear promotional pathways.**LATERAL HIRE: Experienced law enforcement professionals may qualify for higher starting pay, accelerated training, and increased vacation, sick and parental leave accruals.**Come join a team that takes pride in protecting a vast and vibrant county while enjoying a lifestyle that blends career satisfaction with endless outdoor recreation.The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $31.34 - $44.33 per hour.Please use the following link to view the Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc (Local No. 288) union contract.St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.Distinguishing Features of WorkAn employee in this class is responsible to perform routine criminal investigation, law enforcement and process serving tasks. Duties include responding to calls for service within a patrol area and enforcing laws by proactive patrolling and investigating crimes. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.Work EnvironmentThese work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Vision; hearing; balance; feel/use fingers; grasp/handle; and taste/smell. FREQUENT: Rotate trunk; sit; stand; stoop/bend; talk/speak; walk; work around others; customer/public contact; clients with behavioral challenges; shift work; extended days; work inside, work outside and driving. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 100 pounds; push/pull up to 120 pounds; climb stairs; crouch/squat; and reach. RARE: Lift/carry up to 50 lbs; climb ladders; crawl; elevated work; reach above shoulder.Deputy Sheriff Physical Activity Determination FormPhysical Fitness TestSelection ProcessMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail)Meet the educational requirements or reciprocity standards of the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Board to become licensed as a peace officer according to Minnesota Rules 6700.0700; OR possession of a valid Minnesota POST license, eligibility, or reciprocity application.Possession of a valid driver’s license.Please Note: If you have already obtained your MN POST licensure, or possess a copy of an active MN POST licensure letter, it must be attached to your application.Rating SystemSupplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process:Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 22-25.Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION (Pass/Fail) Background investigation form/questionnaire and background/reference checks. Psychological testing.Essential FunctionsThe essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.Veterans PreferenceIf you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:Veteran: DD214 noting character of serviceDisabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.Physical-medical StandardsQualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.Drug TestingApplicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.Background CheckApplicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.Employment Eligibility VerificationAll new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.Probationary PeriodAppointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.Non-discriminationSt. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:Vacation, Sick and Personal LeavePaid HolidaysMedical PlanDental PlanVision PlanDisability InsuranceLife InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsRetirement BenefitsDeferred CompensationTraining and Advancement OpportunitiesEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsEmployee Wellness ProgramPet InsuranceBenefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.01Please type or clearly print your name.02The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.Yes03Are you a U.S. Citizen?YesNo04Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?YesNo05All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?Yes, I will now, or will in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United StatesNo, I will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States06Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?YesNo07Do you have a valid driver's license?YesNo08I understand that I must be POST certified at the time a final offer is made. POST Certified: Possesses a POST license or eligibility letter from the Minnesota Board of Peace Office Standards Training stating that you are eligible for a peace officer license.YesNo09Which of the following describes your MN POST status? If you have a MN POST license or a current POST eligibility letter, please attach a copy to your application in the "Resume Attachment" section of the application.I have my current MN POST licenseI possess a current eligibility letter from MN POSTI am not licensed and do not possess a current MN POST letterI am not licensed and do not possess a current MN POST letter. However, I am scheduled to take the MN POST Board exam.10Select Your Highest Level Of Law Enforcement Education(4) yr Training Program - Bachelor's Degree(2) Year Training Program - Associate's DegreeReciprocity - (Police Officer from another State)None of the above11Deputy Sheriff positions are county wide. Please acknowledge that you will accept a position anywhere within St. Louis County.I will accept employment anywhere within St. Louis County12St Louis County follows the same requirements as the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (POST). A "YES" response to any of the established criteria will result in the rejection of an applicant. Please answer all of the following questions. Do you have any of the following convictions? (5th Degree Assault, Domestic Assault, Mistreatment of Residents or Patients, Criminal Abuse, Criminal Neglect, Financial Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult, Failure to Report (mandated reporter), Patrons/Prostitution, Presenting False Claims to a Public Officer or Body, Medical Assistance Fraud, Theft, and Disorderly Conduct by a Caregiver 609.72 Subd. 3, Any Felony Conviction (including pardons or expungements), Any Felony or Gross Misdemeanor Drug Conviction (excluding any nonfelony marijuana offenses), Any Criminal Sexual Conduct Conviction, Any requirement at any point in time to be Registered as a Predatory Offender (243.166 or 243.167) or required to Register as a Sex Offender, Making false claims for Profit to a Public Body or Officer (609.465), and Assaulting or Fleeing a Peace Officer Conviction) *Theft includes the exception of a misdemeanor theft of movable property valued at $500 or lessYesNo13The POST Board allows an agency to have additional hiring standards which may be stricter than POST Board standards. St. Louis County has adopted additional standards which will result in rejection of applicant from the hiring process for up to three years. The following questions are preliminary only; you will be asked to provide complete information in your background investigation packet later in the selection process. See complete rejection criteria and background investigation packet at https://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/departments-a-z/human-resources/employment. Have you been convicted within the last three years of a D.W.I., B.A.C. over .08, or Implied Consent test refusal?YesNo14Have you been convicted of a Misdemeanor in the past three years?YesNo15Have you received a dishonorable discharge from the military?YesNo16Have you been terminated from a police agency or negotiated resignation in lieu of termination within the past four years?YesNo17Have you been at fault in two or more motor vehicle accidents in the past two years, whether or not any charges were filed?YesNo18Have you been involved in instances of job related misconduct?YesNo19Have you been rejected from the St Louis County Sheriff's Office hiring process within the past three years? (application not accepted or disqualified from applicant process)YesNo20I understand that if I have already obtained my MN POST licensure, or possess a copy of an active MN POST eligibility letter, it must be attached to my application. You can also email a copy to Franckowiakk@stlouiscountymn.gov, fax it to 218-725-5054, or mail/drop it off at the following address: St. Louis County Human Resources, 100 N 5th Ave W, Room 1, Duluth, MN 55802.Yes21SME Explanation: Questions 22-25 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 22-25.YesNo22 Please describe your experience with individuals that are living with mental illnesses and/or substance abuse disorders. B. In addition, please describe how your experience has prepared you to provide effective county services to our diverse community.23Effective communication and de-escalation skills are crucial in this Deputy Sheriff role. You will be required to communicate in and de-escalate various situations with the general public, co-workers and partnering agencies. Please describe the skills that you possess which make you effective in these areas. Include in your response, examples with details regarding the issue, steps taken and the outcome.24Describe your experience in establishing and maintaining effective professional relationships with department staff, individuals of community organizations, and the public.25Deputy Sheriff's are required to write and submit reports that may be used in court or investigations. Please describe your experience in writing detailed reports.26I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.YesNo Required Question