Deputy Sheriff

Salary: $27.76 - $37.05 Hourly
Location : Milaca, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 00681
Department: Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 11/22/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The Deputy Sheriff ensures the protection of the citizens of Mille Lacs County by providing law enforcement services. Duties include protecting life and property, preventing crime, apprehending criminals, and enforcing laws, rules, and regulations in Mille Lacs County.
This position operates under the LELS bargaining unit. Complete 2024 pay scale is $27.76-$37.05/hr. For a complete position description, click
This is a continuous posting for multiple vacancies.
Essential Functions
The Deputy Sheriff This job description indicates the normal type and level of work expected of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as apparent or assigned.
1. Works to prevent crimes and preserve public safety. Patrols County roads and enforces traffic laws, rules and regulations; issues warnings or citations. Reports road conditions or hazards to dispatch for communication with the responsible department or jurisdiction. Observes condition of signs, signals, road surfaces, and severe weather conditions.
2. Performs various administrative duties. Attends in-service training and meetings. Writes clear and concise reports. Accounts for activities during a shift. Reports hours worked. Assumes responsibility for the care of department vehicles and property, including assigned patrol unit and issued equipment.
3. Performs traffic control to allow emergency responders to work safely while at the scene of a fire or medical emergency; provides assistance to other law enforcement agencies on request.
4. Performs initial investigations and determines whether the case needs to be handed off to an Investigator for further work. Preserves evidence at the scene of petty misdemeanor to felony level crimes. Interviews suspects, victims, and witnesses of crimes to obtain statements and gather evidence. Investigates natural deaths within the County and prepares a report; files the report with the Medical Examiner's Office. Watches for and investigates to find wanted or missing persons or property. Transfers cases to an Investigator when the nature of the case indicates a need to transfer based on Sheriff's Office guidelines. Testifies in court as needed. Secures major crime scenes until investigation personnel arrive.
5. Responds personally to emergency calls per established Sheriff's Office procedures. Evaluates each situation upon arrival to determine whether additional assistance is needed; conducts a preliminary investigation and brings the event to a conclusion; depending on the situation, requests deployment of the Special Emergency Response Team (S.E.R.T.), K-9, or Search and Rescue.
6. Administers first aid until the situation is stabilized or there is relief provided by paramedics or ambulance personnel. Makes arrests when justified by the circumstances. Participates in searches and rescue for lost, missing, or drowned persons.
7. Participates in special assignments as delegated or as a volunteer. Serves as Court Security Officer to maintain an orderly courtroom and provide for the safety of judges, attorneys, court personnel, witnesses, defendants, and the public; maintains rapport with all parties; schedules and provides work direction to civilian bailiffs. Serves as Boat and Water Patrol Officer; enforces laws while on the water; operates watercraft; inspects watercraft and checks operators for equipment or safety violations; issues warnings or citations. Serves as School Liaison Officer. Responds to requests for help from school officials, families and students; promotes a safe school environment; interacts and maintains rapport with all parties; participates in school committees. Serves on the Special Emergency Response Team (S.E.R.T.) as a volunteer; receives special training and equipment to resolve critical and high risk situations.
8. Communicates professionally with the public in order to build rapport and solicit public cooperation with law enforcement activities. Develops materials and provides presentations oriented toward the public to inform them about safety or security matters.
9. May transport prisoners to the jail or medical facility.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The job requires eligibility for licensing by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (P.O.S.T.). Eligibility is usually based on two years of post-secondary education with a law enforcement focus, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a First Responder Certification within six months of hire. Required to successfully complete pre-employment physical, physical agility testing, psychological examination, and criminal history background check, and all required periodic on-going examinations of the same. License holders are required to earn 48 CLE credits every three years to maintain P.O.S.T. license. A valid driver's license is required.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on a review of training and experience. Qualifying candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews.
Permanent part-time employees are eligible to earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick time benefits.
The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract/policy language are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have any questions about the benefits, please contact the Administrative Services Office at
Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Benefits Provided
Employees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks available on-line:
Contribution amounts are based on the employee's pay each pay period.

• Coordinated Plan:
  • Employer Contribution 7.5%
  • Employee Contribution 6.5%

Police & Fire Plan:

• Employer Contribution: 16.2%
• Employee Contribution: 10.8%

Correctional Plan:

• Employer Contribution: 8.75%
• Employee Contribution: 5.83%

Paid Time Off
Holidays: Full-time employees have approximately 14.5 paid holidays per year, including floating holidays, subject to the terms of the Personnel Policy or Collective Bargaining Agreement as applicable.
Vacation: Full-time employees earn 11 to 23 days per year, depending on tenure. Part-time employees earn pro- rated accruals.
Sick Time: Full-time employees accrue 12 sick days per year. Part-Time employees earn pro-rated accruals.
Medical Insurance
Employees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from, within three (3) different networks. The rates shown are effective 1/1/2024 through 12/31/2024.
Single Employee Cost HSA Contribution Family Employee Cost
RTS Medica Passport
2000-25% HSA $0 $187.50 $1,073.84
850-40 $0 N/A $1,365.40
400-35 $56.00 N/A $1,514.20
RTS Medica Elect
2000-25% HSA $0 $291.67 $783.36
850-40 $0 N/A $1,038.48
400-35 $0 N/A $1,168.68
RTS Medica VantagePlus
2000-25% HSA $0 $312.50 $725.26
850-40 $0 N/A $973.10
400-35 $0 N/A $1,099.58
Employees may choose to contribute additional funds to their HSA each year, up to the IRS limit of $4,150 for singles, and $8,300 for families. Once age 55, employees can contribute an additional $1,000 (to either single or family). The IRS limit applies to the total of employer and employee contributions combined.
Employees may choose to have their employer HSA contribution (if eligible) go into a VEBA account.
Dental Insurance
There is no cost to employee for single coverage. Family coverage costs the employee $74.22 per month.
Vision Insurance
Vision coverage is available and paid for by the employee at the following monthly rates:

• Employee Only - $5.85
• Employee + Spouse - $11.69
• Employee + Children - $11.31
• Family - $18.35

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) Available
Plan options include medical and dependent care FSAs, as well as a premium only plan (pre-tax deduction of medical and dental premiums). These amounts cannot be changed during the year unless there is a qualifying life event. All funds must be used by claims deadline.

• FSA Medical/Health max election of $3,050 per year
• Limited Purpose FSA max election of $3,050 per year (used when you also have a H.S.A. Can only be used for vision, dental or orthodontia expenses).
• FSA Dependent Care max election of $5,000 per year per family ($2,500 if married and filing separately)

Deferred Compensation Program Available
Deferred Compensation Plans are available through Nationwide: https://preauth/index.html
Life Insurance
There is no cost to the employee for $15,000 in basic life insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category:
Age of Employee Or Spouse Employee Monthly Cost Per $1,000
Under age 35 .06
35-39 .10
40-44 .12
45-49 .17
50-54 .25
55-59 .45
60-64 .68
65-69 1.29
70-74 2.08
Dependent Life & Child Life Insurance Packages Available
Child life is available as a $10,000 policy on each child; the cost is $1.30 per month. Dependent care is available as a $2,500 policy on all tax dependents; the cost is $0.66 per month.
Long-term Disability Insurance Plan Available
Rates vary according to age and coverage amount.
Age Price per Month/Per $100 Monthly Benefit
Under age 25 .26
25-29 .33
30-34 .40
35-39 .48
40-44 .65
45-49 .94
50-54 1.25
55-59 1.51
60+ 1.53
Short-term Disability Insurance Plan Available
Rates vary according to age and coverage amount.
Age Price per Month/Per $100 Weekly Benefit
Under Age 25 11.20
25-29 8.90
30-34 9.60
35-39 8.90
40-44 8.00
45-49 8.80
50-54 9.40
55-59 12.00
60-64 13.80
65+ 15.50
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Confinement Insurance Available
01
Do you have a valid Minnesota POST license?

• Yes
• No, but I am POST-eligible
• No

02
Do you have an active POST license?

• Yes
• No

03
If yes, please indicate your P.O.S.T. license number:
04
How many years of experience do you have as a full-time, licensed peace officer?

• 6 or more years
• 3 to 6 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than a year
• None

05
Briefly describe this experience. If none, write "N/A".
06
Do you have First Responder Certification?

• Yes
• No

07
If no, are you able to obtain certification within 6 months of beginning employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question