DEPUTY SHERIFF

About the position

The Deputy Sheriff position at Yellowstone County involves a critical role in maintaining public safety and enforcing laws. The Deputy Sheriff is responsible for protecting life and property, preventing crimes, and ensuring the peace within the community. This role requires active engagement with the public, traffic enforcement, and the apprehension of law violators.

Responsibilities

• Provides information and assistance to motorists, pedestrians, and the general public.
• Performs traffic enforcement and investigates traffic accidents.
• Conducts radar checks and issues warnings and citations for non-moving and moving violations.
• Manages an assigned area to prevent crime, traffic violations, and accidents.
• Apprehends individuals suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and conducts appropriate tests.
• Places individuals under arrest, delivers Miranda warning, transports suspects, and completes necessary paperwork.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Peace Officer Post Certified; Pre-service or member of MTLETC.
• Two (2) years occupational work experience with public contact.
• An Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Technology, or a closely related field can replace two (2) years of required work experience.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment.
• Successful completion of an oral interview, criminal background check, and post-offer pre-employment physical is required.
• Valid driver's license issued by the State of Montana.
• Successful completion of the Montana State Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of employment, or Peace Officer Post Certified, or Pre-Service.
• CJIN/NCIC Mobile Computer certification required within one (1) year of employment.
• First Aid and CPR certification required within one (1) year of employment.
• Blood Alcohol Content Verifier and Firearms certification required within one (1) year of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in law enforcement, security, or detention facility background is desired.