Full-Time Deputy Sheriff

Hamlin County Sheriff's Office Full-Time Deputy Sheriff Opening Location:

Hamlin County, South Dakota Schedule:

Full-Time |

Swing Shifts Closing Date:

Sunday, June 7th, 2026, at Midnight CDT Position Summary The Hamlin County Sheriff's Office is seeking applicants for a full-time Deputy Sheriff position. Deputies perform general law enforcement duties to maintain law and order throughout Hamlin County, South Dakota.

Responsibilities include:

Responding to calls for service Conducting civil process and service Investigating illegal or suspicious activity Providing law enforcement services to the contract communities of Bryant, Castlewood, Estelline, and Hayti Working closely with all three county schools Transporting inmates Providing court security Traffic enforcement Serving arrest warrants Investigating vehicle crashes Salary $26.00/hour - Certified Law Enforcement Officers in South Dakota $24.00/hour - Non-Certified Applicants $1.00/hour raise after successful completion of field training and the six-month probationary period $2.00/hour increase upon obtaining South Dakota law enforcement certification Overtime opportunities available after completion of field training Schedule Deputies typically work afternoons, evenings, and overnight shifts throughout the week. Schedules generally consist of four 10-hour shifts with rotating days off. Typically, every other weekend off One to two nights per week assigned as the primary on-call deputy Deputies receive an additional two hours of pay while serving as the primary on-call deputy Holiday pay is provided for county-approved holidays Additional premium pay for working major holidays such as Thanksgiving, Independence Day, and Christmas Day Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Applicants should possess... Knowledge of law enforcement principles, policies, procedures, laws, and statutes Ability to work independently and make sound decisions quickly Professionalism, tact, and impartiality Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other agencies, and the public Ability to testify credibly in court Professional appearance and demeanor Applicants must reside within Hamlin County within a reasonable period after hire. Requirements Must be at least 21 years old to perform law enforcement duties Applicants who are 20 years old and nearing age 21 are encouraged to apply Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including: Bending Pushing and pulling Reaching overhead Kneeling Gripping Lifting objects over 50 pounds when necessary Non-certified applicants must: Be eligible for certification through the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission Obtain certification within one year of hire Maintain certification in accordance with South Dakota law Benefits South Dakota Class B Retirement 100% Employee Health Insurance Paid by County Sick Leave - 8 hours per month Vacation Leave - 3 hours per month during the first year Holiday Pay Longevity Pay after 5 years Take-Home Patrol Vehicle County-Paid Training Overtime Opportunities after Field Training Typically, Every Other Weekend Off and Typically a Three-Day Weekend $1.00/hour raise after successful completion of field training and probation Questions or Application Information Lieutenant Tayt Alexander Hamlin County Sheriff's Office 605-783-3232 ext. 102 tayt@hamlinco.us #hc240891