Entry Level Crow Wing County Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Sheriff's Office, 304 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00007
Department: County Sheriff
Division: Patrol
Opening Date: 05/02/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Objective
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.

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.
Compensation
The 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.
Holidays
The 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 Insurance
Regular 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 Insurance
Delta dental benefit is available to those participating in a health insurance plan. Calendar year annual maximum of $1000 per person.
Life Insurance
Regular 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 Disability
Regular 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 Disability
Regular 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 Plan
Retirement 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:

• Law Enforcement Certificate
• Associate's Degree in
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher
• On track to receive degree within 6 months
• None of the above

02
Identify your status below with the MN Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (POST): You must attach a copy of your POST License or eligibility letter to your application.

• Valid - Active
• Valid - Inactive
• Valid - Reciprocity
• Eligibility for Licensure
• Eligible to Test Within 6 Months
• None of the Above

03
If you indicated that you are "eligible to test within 6 months", please indicate your anticipated testing date.
04
Have you participated in a Law Enforcement Internship (ONLY claim if not already credited above)

• Yes
• No

05
Which of the following best summarizes your years employed as a LICENSED Peace Officer:

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 4 years
• 4 or more years
• No Experience

06
Briefly summarize the experience that related to question #5. Include in your summary the name of the agency(s) you worked for, number of years worked at each and whether you worked full or part time: (If you do not have any work experience; please state N/A in the box below)
07
Have you worked in any of the following non-licensed fields related to law enforcement (check all that apply):

• Dispatch
• Corrections
• Probation
• Court Administration
• Military Police
• DNR
• Other

08
Briefly summarize the experience that related to question #7. Include in your summary the name of the agency(s) you worked for, number of years worked at each and whether you worked full or part time. (If none, please state N/A in the box below):
09
Looking through your employment history do you have any experience (not credited above) that you believe may merit additional consideration? (If none, please state N/A in the box below):
10
Indicate any additional training and/or certificates you have received. (check all that apply)

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE)
• Armorer
• Certified Bomb Technician
• K9
• Dive Team
• Tactical Team
• DMT Operator
• Drone Operator
• None of the above

11
Explain your experience with the safe operation of watercraft, outboard motor operation, snowmobiles and ATVs. Please include your experience with towing the watercraft and other recreational vehicles with trailers behind a motor vehicle. If you have no experience, type "N/A".
12
What do you believe can be done to improve public relations and community policing on the local stage?
13
Are you prepared to work nights, weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

14
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.

• Yes
• No

Required Question