School Resource Deputy

The School Resource Deputy is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of assigned school areas. Some duties include interacting with the school community, conducting investigations, and providing training for school staff. This position requires licensure by the North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training Board.

Examples of Duties

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Provide safety and security to the assigned schools, school grounds, and surrounding area
• Conduct small-level criminal investigations within assigned schools
• Interact with the school community, including students, staff, administration, and parents
• Conduct presentations and trainings for school staff
• Provides safety and security to community citizens through law enforcement, patrol, civil process service, investigations, and other duties on an assigned shift.
• Patrols assigned areas, looking for illegal, hazardous, and suspicious activities and persons; provides backup assistance, scene security, and protection for regional emergency services personnel.
• Enforces local, state, and Federal laws and enforces compliance with local regulations and ordinances according to policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Conducts traffic stops and investigates traffic accidents; assists victims and witnesses and investigates incidents as required; reports hazardous conditions and safety concerns.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses, and suspects in cases; secures and documents crime scene and property; identifies and collects evidence; takes criminal complaints from citizens.
• Arrests law violators; locates, pursues, and arrests criminal suspects; transports and processes prisoners and special custody cases; testifies in court; serves arrest and search warrants.
• Assists other Sheriff’s Office staff, County departments, and Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies as needed.
• As assigned, serves civil process documents, warrants, legal notices, and subpoenas.
• Conducts community policing activities to help prevent crime, reduce fear of crime, and improve community relations. Talks with business owners and others in assigned areas, listens to concerns, and offers suggestions to improve safety and security.
• Completes detailed reports and required technical paperwork.
• Maintains patrol vehicles and equipment in clean and effective operating order.
• May present education and information programs through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels residents on law enforcement activities, programs, and referral resources.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards of the Sheriff’s Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code

Typical Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of satisfactory work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must pass and maintain license requirements set by the North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training Board
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must pass a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Technical certifications in CPR, First Aid, and specialized equipment are required

Supplemental Information

Special Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in both internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures; may be subject to physical harm such as dangerous vehicles, gunshots, and physical attacks; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, and infectious diseases
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards; required to restrain persons physically
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Compensation: Start pay: $32.00/hour and it may vary depending on experience and training

Benefits:
Williams County offers a generous benefit package including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plan for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, and more!

To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website: www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/

To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit whereinwilliamscounty.com.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.