Salary : $56,963.00 - $85,445.00 AnnuallyLocation : Brainerd, MNJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2024-00121Department: County SheriffDivision: Boat & WaterOpening Date: 11/21/2024Closing Date: 12/10/2024 5:00 PM CentralPosition ObjectiveInterviews to be held Tuesday, December 17th.The Security/Recreational Deputy provides essential security functions and maintains a secure environment throughout the facilities for judges, staff and the general public. The Security/Recreational Deputy operates and maintains the security screening functions of the Judicial Center; enforces courtroom and courthouse policies and procedures relative to safety, security and orderliness. Work is performed under the general direction of the Sergeant.The Security/Recreational Deputy may also be assigned to perform recreational enforcement to include boat and water, snowmobile and ATVs. Additional duties may include transports and civil process, inmate guarding, event management and other assignments under direction and control.The position requires a public safety professional with verbal and written communications skills, sound reasoning and judgment and the ability to work with others in a wide variety of settings. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesBased on assignment, duties may include the following. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Perform routine patrol of the lakes in Crow Wing County
- Controls entry into the Judicial Center.
- Patrols hallways and offices within all County buildings.
- Enforce State and County laws and ordinances.
- Assist in the response to calls for service as dispatched.
- Prepare written reports and required documentation utilizing prescribed processes and technology.
- Manage files and related data in compliance with office and regulatory guidelines.
- Serve civil papers, criminal warrants and other court orders.
- Apprehend and arrest individuals who commit criminal acts.
- Promote public safety through routine patrol, public safety presentations and interaction with the public.
- Develop and maintain respectful and cooperative working relationships.
- Provide court security.
- Conduct security screenings.
- Providing transports.
- Guarding inmates.
- Performs other duties as are required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in criminal justice or related field OR Associates Degree in any field and completion of the Law Enforcement certificate course.
- Possess a full time peace officer's license issued by the Minnesota POST Board or eligible to be POST licensed by date of hire.
- Valid state issued driver's license.
- Pass a background investigation conducted by the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office.
- Pass a pre-employment medical physical, psychological evaluation and drug test.
Desirable Qualifications
- General knowledge and experience in the operation of motorized watercraft up to twenty (20) feet in length, ATV's, and snowmobiles.
- The ability to communicate fluently in English, both spoken and written.
- The ability to understand and follow detailed spoken and written instructions.
- Ability to conduct building searches and respond to calls that may require entering small confined spaces.
- Ability and confidence to speak in a public setting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- Ability to think clearly and act quickly in emergency situations.
- Ability to convert investigative notes into clear, concise reports.
- Knowledge of the geography of Crow Wing County
This summary is intended for general information purposes and does not represent the legal description of our benefit package. The summary plan descriptions, Crow Wing County personnel manual, or applicable labor contract contains more complete information and will prevail in the event of a discrepancy. CompensationThe county strives to be a market competitive employer with compensation rates that are externally competitive and internally equitable. Compensation rates are governed by the county pay matrix and applicable labor contract. Information regarding the county pay programs is available in the Human Resource Department.Paid Time Off (PTO)PTO benefit accrues at the rate of 21 days per year for the first 3 years for regular full-time staff and is pro-rated for regular part-time staff.HolidaysThe 12 calendar holidays that are observed by Crow Wing County are as follows: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Health InsuranceRegular full-time employees and their dependents are eligible for group health insurance coverage, administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield. Eligibility begins on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.Regular part-time employees regularly scheduled 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health insurance coverage on a pro-rated basis.Dental InsuranceDelta dental benefit is available to those participating in a health insurance plan. Calendar year annual maximum of $1000 per person.Life InsuranceRegular full-time employees shall be provided a term life insurance policy of $50,000. Optional life insurance is available at the employee's expense.Short-Term DisabilityRegular full-time and part-time staff regularly scheduled at least 30 hours per week are eligible for short-term disability following 6 months of qualifying employment. Short-term disability payments begin on the first day following 14 consecutive calendar days of absence attributable to a qualifying disability. The plan provides income replacement of up to 50% of regular pay subject to a maximum limit of $1,000 per week.Long-Term DisabilityRegular full-time and part-time staff regularly scheduled at least 30 hours per week are eligible. Long term disability pays 50% of salary up to a maximum of $4,000 per month beginning on day 91 of total disability. The maximum benefits duration is up to the social security normal retirement date.Retirement PlanRetirement benefits are provided through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA). For more information on PERA visit their at 01 Select the answer that best describes your level of education in law enforcement or closely related field:
- Currently studying Law Enforcement
- Law Enforcement Certificate
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- None of the above
02 If you indicated that you are Currently studying Law Enforcement , please indicate your anticipated graduation date. 03 Identify your status below with the MN Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (POST):
- Valid - Active
- Valid - Inactive
- Valid - Reciprocity
- Eligible for Licensure
- Eligible to Test in Near Future
- None of the above
04 If you indicated that you are eligible to test in the near future , please indicate your anticipated testing date. 05 Do you possess any additional training and/or certificates you believe would be worthy of consideration when applying for this position? If yes, please provide detail in the box below. If not, enter none . Please note - consideration will only be given to what is above and beyond what you have learned in the Skills portion of your Law Enforcement program. 06 Which of the following best summarizes your years employed as a Licensed peace officer:
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years but less than 4 years
- 4 or more years
07 Briefly summarize the experience related to question #6. Include in your summary the name of the agency(s) you worked for, the number of years worked at each and whether you worked full or part-time. 08 Which of the following best summarizes your years employed in a NON-LICENSED law enforcement related work. Include your experience such as, but not limited to: Community Service Officer, Military Police, Animal Control, Jailor, Park Ranger and more.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years but less than 4 years
- 4 or more years
09 Please describe your experience referenced in question #8. If none, type N/A 10 Have you participated in a Law Enforcement Internship (ONLY claim if not already credited above)
11 What if any public speaking experience do you have? 12 In your own words, what do you see as the importance/role of a Court Security Officer? 13 Explain your experience with the safe operation of watercraft, outboard motor operation, snowmobiles and ATVs. If you have no experience, type N/A . 14 What experience do you have towing watercraft and other trailers behind a motor vehicle? Include backing up a trailer. If you have no experience, type N/A . 15 Overall, what role do you believe law enforcement plays in society today and how might you contribute? 16 I verify that all of my responses to the supplemental questions are true and accurate. I understand that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do not support one or more of my responses to the supplemental questions that I may no longer be considered for the position.
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