2026 - Deputy Hiring List

Deputy Positions

Position is open until filled with first round of consideration to be scheduled for mid-May. The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications to create a hiring list to fill current and future vacancies for the following deputy assignments:

• Field Deputy (Salary Range $67,357 - $101,035)
• Security/Recreational Deputy (Salary Range $60,140 - $90,210)

FIELD DEPUTY hiring incentive of $5,000 ($2,500 paid after successful completion of field training and $2,500 paid after 1 year of service).

Located in the heart of the lakes area, the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing a public service that is beneficial to all members of the community through Leadership, Experience and Compassion.

No need to travel during your off time, Crow Wing County has it all. From fishing one of over 400 lakes, to hunting the many forest acres, to riding our world class mountain bike trails, Crow Wing County is a haven for everything outdoors. If traveling is more your style, Crow Wing County is centrally located and just a short drive to the Twin Cities, Duluth, and Fargo/Moorhead Areas. The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office offers a variety of assignments including; Patrol, Recreation Division, Court Security, Tactical Response Team, Negotiations Team, Bomb Team, Drone Team, Dive Team, Investigations, Lakes Area Drug Investigative Division, Internet Crimes Against Children Investigations, Corrections, Dispatch, Employee Mentorship Program, Honor Guard. Deputies have opportunities to attend numerous career-enhancing trainings, as well as specialized trainings to become department instructors (firearms, taser, use of force, de-escalation). Deputies also attend monthly department trainings. The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office offers a generous benefits package including; take-home squads for patrol deputies, on-duty fitness, new fitness center, complete initial equipment issue, yearly uniform allowance, department issued cell phone, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life insurance, Deferred compensation, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and paid overtime.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Field Deputy will assist in enforcing the laws of the State of Minnesota and ordinances of Crow Wing County, responding to civil, criminal and emergency calls within Crow Wing County, assisting the public, investigating criminal activity, apprehending and arresting law breakers and performing general patrol activities.

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. 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.

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 P.O.S.T. Board or eligible to be P.O.S.T. licensed. Must attach a copy with application.
• Valid state issued driver's license. Must attach a copy with application.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• In person testing will be required on the day of interview.
• Must pass a background investigation conducted by the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office.
• Must pass a pre-employment medical physical and psychological evaluation.
• Must pass a drug test.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior in-state law enforcement experience.
• Prior employment experience in dealing with the public.
• Knowledge of the geography of Crow Wing County.
• 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.
• The ability to proficiently utilize technology such as computers, cell phones, email and other data receiving and sending devices.
• The ability to competently use department issued handguns, shotguns, rifles, batons, and other law enforcement equipment.
• The ability to stand on a hard surface for prolonged periods of time.
• 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 cope with a variety of stressful situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to think clearly and act quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to convert investigative notes into clear, concise reports.
• Knowledge of current law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Knowledge of criminal law and court decisions and methods of crime prevention and investigation.
• Knowledge of the rules of evidence, laws and court decisions governing the custody of persons and property.
• Ability to gather and analyze facts.
• Ability to exhibit mature judgment, imagination, initiative, and problem-solving capability in dealing with a variety of law enforcement situations.
• General knowledge and experience in the operation of motorized watercraft up to twenty (20) feet in length, ATV's and snowmobiles.