Deputy Sheriff

The Potter County Sheriff’s Office in Gettysburg, South Dakota has 2 openings for a Full-Time Deputy Sheriff’s.

The Potter County Sheriff’s Office is a small, proactive law enforcement agency located in the center of the state. The Sheriff’s Office consists of a Sheriff, two Deputy Sheriff’s and a secretary/dispatcher. The Sheriff’s Office strives to provide the best possible service to the citizens and visitors of Potter County.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Participation in South Dakota State Retirement System
• Major medical insurance (100% for employee)
• Available Dental, Vision and AFLAC insurance
• Take home patrol vehicle.
• All equipment (Uniforms, firearm, duty belt, body armor, etc)
• Various opportunities for basic, advanced and instructor-level training
• Wages $20.00 hour uncertified with the wages going higher after probation period/ experience. Certified wages negotiable
• Overtime available/ expected.
• The best hunting and fishing of South Dakota.
• Fantastic Golf at the Country Club
• Dakota Sunset Museum is a great place to see some exciting animal display, as well as learn about the mysterious Medicine Rock. There’s also a terrific park right next to the city swimming pool to relax and play the day away.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Proactive enforcement of State and Federal laws.
• Protection of life and property
• Investigation of criminal activity
• Report preparation/writing
• Execution of all court orders, warrant and civil process.
• Courthouse security
• Patrol functions

Applicants must:

• Be of good moral character, honest and trustworthy
• Complete and be able to pass a background check.
• Be able to work independently, with little supervision.
• Possess good communication skills.
• 21 years or older

Potter County is an equal-opportunity employer.