Patrol Corporal presso Williams County, ND

About the Department

The Patrol Corporal provides safety and security to the citizens of Williams County through supervision and participation in law enforcement activities such as patrol, emergency response, and investigations. In the absence of the Patrol Sergeant, or under directive, the Patrol Corporal coordinates and oversees the assigned patrol shift.

Position 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.

• Provides safety and security to citizens in the community through supervising and participating in law enforcement, patrol, civil process service, investigations, and other duties on an assigned shift
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws, and enforces compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to policies, procedures, and regulations
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; investigates, documents, and resolves traffic incidents, crimes, dangerous and illegal activities, and citizen complaints
• Performs duties of Deputy Sheriff in Patrol as needed and assists Deputies in the performance of their duties; completes detailed reports and required paperwork; conducts follow-up investigations as required
• Completes detailed reports and required paperwork; performs follow-up investigations as required
• Maintains the Sheriff's Office's integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards 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

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of work experience as a Licensed Law Enforcement Officer
• Must pass and maintain license requirements 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 investigation and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards
• Technical certifications in CPR, First Aid, and specialized equipment are required
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Other Qualifications

Special Working Conditions: 

• Work is performed in internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures; subject to physical harm such as dangerous vehicles, gunshots, and physical attacks; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, infectious and communicable diseases; required to physically restrain persons.

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 living and working in Williams County, visit whereinwilliamscounty.com.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and reference review.