Road Deputy Part-time

Salary : $28.48 - $36.07 Hourly

Location : Long Prairie, MN

Job Type : Part-time

Job Number : 471D

Department : Sheriff's Office

Opening Date : 09 / 17 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Purpose of Position

This posting will remain open until filled with first review of candidates 10 / 01 / 2025.

The purpose of this position is to represent the front line of all law enforcement operations within the county. The Road Deputy function is primarily to serve and protect the citizens of Todd County. This is accomplished through sound Community Policing Practices, vigilance, and the prompt response to calls for assistance.

Basic Performance Expectations of all Todd County Staff

• Serves as a positive example to other County personnel with regard to workplace actions, decisions, work skills, attitude and adherence to workplace policy and procedures.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills, is honest, fair and dependable.
• Embodies teamwork and cooperation within and across County departments and with the public.
• Communicates effectively with the Department / Division leader and keeps management apprised of important matters ongoing in the department.
• Respect all colleagues, co-workers, board members and the public and lead those around you to do the same.
• This position requires regular and timely attendance in accordance with the department schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Position Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal or this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Protect life and property by resolving citizen complaints, investigating and solving crimes, preserving peace and order and other general assistance.

Respond to prompt answering of calls for service from citizens and other agencies.

Conduct preliminary investigations of misdemeanor, felony and gross misdemeanor crimes.

Effectively work to enforce traffic laws and regulations along with other federal, state, and local, laws and ordinances.

Service of civil process and other legal documents.

Give aid to victims of crime and accidents, and provide additional resources where necessary.

Make every effort to aid in crime prevention, detection, and deterrence.

Investigate suspicious persons and vehicles.

Participate in search and rescue missions.

Prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports for use by supervisors, investigators, prosecutors and other agencies both inside and outside of the county.

Conduct Courtroom preparation and provide truthful and accurate court testimony.

Be thoroughly familiar with the geography of Todd County and other resources within the county to which citizens can be referred.

Be alert to the physical and moral welfare of children, families, and the elderly while working with various agencies that provide services.

Work with other Law Enforcement agencies.

Provide Foot patrol, and work with community members in cities that have contracted enforcement services from the Todd County Sheriff's Department.

Receive special assignments and tasks, up to and including Boat & Water Patrol, Snowmobile Patrol, School Liaison, Bailiff, Transportation of inmates, and or any other needs or duties the Sheriff's Office may have.

This position requires regular and timely attendance in accordance to the department's work schedule.

Any other duties as assigned or apparent.

Minimum Education and Experience / Special Requirements

CPR / First Aid certified.

POST Licensed Peace Officer with a combination of training and experience to be knowledgeable in patrol techniques, criminal investigation, traffic and other regulatory law, criminal and civil law, traffic accident investigation and first aid, emergency vehicle operation and be able to communicate well both orally and in writing.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must pass a criminal background check.

Must pass physical exam.

Must pass psychological evaluation.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of criminal investigation, interview and interrogation, crime scene search, and photography.

Ability to work effectively with the public and superior officers.

Ability to prepare clear, concise written reports of investigations and activities.

Ability to advance knowledge and expertise through continuing education and training.

Ability to apply sound and professional judgment in all matters of duty.

Ability to cooperate with and be loyal to the Sheriff.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms, frequently requires standing, walking, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and tasting or smelling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and / or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires exposure to vibration and occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, wearing a self contained breathing apparatus and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

2025 Todd County Summary of Benefits

The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. County contributions to health insurance may differ by collective bargaining agreement, please refer to your union contract. Group Health Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract / policy are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have questions about benefits, please contact the Administration Department at hr@co.todd.mn.us.

Health Insurance offered by Sourcewell - Blue Cross Blue Shield

Employees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from. The rates shown are effective 1 / 1 / 2025. 2025 HSA Maximum Contributions : Single $4,300 / Family $8,550, Catch-up contributions $1,000.

Disclaimer : 2025 employer and employee contributions to premiums are subject to determination as part of the 2025 collective bargaining process and subject to change.

Plan $1,650 / $3,300 High Deductible - 100% & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer Contribution per Month / Employee Cost per Month / HSA Employer Contribution per Month

Single $1,037.00 / $0.00 / $125.00

Employee + Child(ren) $1,225.00 / $621.00 / $125.00

Employee +Spouse $1,500.00 / $912.00 / $125.00

Family $1,650.00 / $1,131.00 / $125.00

Plan $4,300 / $8,600 High Deductible -100% & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer Contribution per Month / Employee Cost per Month / HSA Employer Contribution per Month

Single $874.00 / $0.00 / $165.00

Employee + Child(ren) $1,225.00 / $331.00 / $125.00

Employee + Spouse $1,500.00 / $533.00 / $125.00

Family $1,650.00 / $694.00 / $125.00

Plan $8300 / $16,600 High Deductible -100% & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer Contribution per Month / Employee Cost per Month / HSA Employer Contribution per Month

Single $713.00 / $0.00 / $165.00

Employee + Child(ren) $1,225.00 / $44 / $125.00

Employee + Spouse $1,500.00 / $158.00 / $125.00

Family $1,650.00 / $262.00 / $125.00

Dental Insurance offered by Health Partners

Monthly Cost

Employee $40.14

Employee+1 $80.27

Family $120.43

Vision Insurance offered by Avesis

Monthly Cost

Employee $6.03

Employee+1 $10.53

Family $15.64

Flexible Spending Accounts offered by Select Account

Plan options include medical reimbursement and dependent day care FSAs as well as pre-tax deductions of medical and dental insurance premiums. Actual cost of pre-tax deductions is an average of 27% - 39% depending you're your bracket.

Life Insurance offered by Lincoln Financial

Term life offered at no cost for $20,000 basic life / ADD insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category :

Age of Employee Your Monthly Cost or Spouse per $1,000

Under age 25 $.057

25 - 29 $.057

30 - 34 $.057

35 - 39 $.095

40 - 44 $.114

45 - 49 $.162

50 - 54 $.238

55 - 59 $.428

60 - 64 $.646

65 - 69 $1.226

70 - 74 $1.976

Child Life : $1.30 per month $15,000

PERA Term Life

Voluntary supplemental decreasing term life offered by the Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota that may be continued into retirement, $16.00. See for additional information.

Short Term Disability offered by Lincoln Financial

Protect your income for the 1st three (3) months of disability. Rates vary by age category and you select your level of coverage from weekly benefits of $100 - $2,000 in $100 increments, not to exceed 60% of weekly gross earnings.

Long Term Disability offered by Lincoln Financial

Protect your income beginning the 4th month of a disability and benefits are payable for injury, sickness or pregnancy up to your normal retirement age, as defined by Social Security. You may elect any level of coverage, in increments of $100 between $500 and $5,000 per month, provided you don't insure more than 60% of your monthly income.

Deferred Compensation

Pre-tax 457(b) and post-tax IRA programs available.

PERA Pension Plan

Public Employers Retirement Association (PERA); the following contributions are mandated by state law :

Coordinated Correctional Plan Law Enforcement

County Contribution : 7.50% 8.75% 17.70%

Employee Contribution : 6.50% 5.83% 11.80%

PERA handbooks are available at

Minnesota State Retirement Systems (MSRS) Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP)

A post retirement health care savings plan is an employer sponsored program that allows employees to save money to pay medical expenses and / or health insurance premiums after termination of public service.

Group Voluntary Plans Available through Cigna

Full details available at the time of hire.

Paid Vacation

Employees earn vacation as follows :

Hours earned

Years of Service Per month

1 thru 3 8

4 thru 5 10

6 thru 10 12

11 thru l5 14

16 thru 20 17

21 thru 24 18

25+ 19

See applicable union labor agreement for vacation schedule, some accrue per pay period. Employees may carry over up to 192 hours of available vacation per year.

Paid Sick Leave

Employees earn 8 hours of sick leave per month and may accrue up to 1040 hours (6 months) paid leave.

Paid Holidays

New Years Day

President's Day

Martin Luther King Day

Good Friday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veteran's Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve Day (4 hours) - unless holiday falls on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday

Christmas Day

New Years Eve Day (4 hours) - unless holiday falls on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday

Funeral Leave

Paid funeral leave of absence up to 40 hours.

AFFINITY PLUS Credit Union

Financial Services including competitive loan rates, VISA, Savings Clubs, bill payments, investments and other services.

Fitness Room

The Todd County Wellness Committee sponsors a fitness room available to County employees and their immediate family members.

Minnesota Benefit Association

Serving Minnesota makes you a member of the association, rewarding you with great services and savings, including : Student Scholarships, Life Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, etc. See pr 800.360.6117

Verizon Wireless Discount

As a benefit of your employment with Todd County, you may be eligible for a discount for Verizon Wireless service and equipment. go to for more information.

01

Do you have an Associates / Technical degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience?

02

If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please explain your level of education and experience.

03

Are you a POST Licensed Peace Officer with a knowledgeable combination of training and experience for this position?

04

How many years of experience do you have as a licensed peace officer?

05

If you answered yes to previous question, please explain your experience.

06

Are you CPR / First Aid Certified?

07

Have you had any special assignments or supervisory roles? (Check all that apply.)

08

Are you Bilingual? (English / Spanish)

09

Can you perform all of the physical requirements of the position?

10

Do you have a valid driver's license?

11

If you claimed Veteran's Preference above, do you have your DD214 to include as an attachment to this application?

Required Question