Multiple Positions Available with Minnehaha County in Sioux Falls, SD
4 days ago
Sioux Falls
All Positions are in Minnehaha County – Sioux Falls, South Dakota Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Advocate Why Join Our Team The ___ is seeking a Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Advocate with excellent advocacy skills and who i s committed to en suring justice, humanity, and equality to indigent clients within the criminal justice system. Our attorneys prepare and manage a caseload of misdemeanor, felony, abuse and neglect, and mental health cases. Consider a rewarding career with us and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous PTO program; extended sick leave program; inclusion into the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); and a deferred compensation plan! Posting to remain open until the position is filled. Application review begins on February 17, 2026. SALARY: $3,780.00 - $4,376.00/Biweekly CLOSE DATE : Continuous Legal Administrative Specialist Why Join Our Team The ___ invites applications for an ___ to join our team! We are a small office looking for a Legal Administrative Specialist to support attorneys with legal administrative tasks such as preparing legal documents, scheduling appointments, preparing case information for client files, and assisting clients. SALARY: $25.53 - $28.15 Hourly CLOSE DATE: 2/12/2026 Applications must be submitted by 05:00 PM Central Time How You Will Make an Impact • Manage incoming phone calls, welcome clients, and assist walk-in visitors., • Prepare legal documents, including letters, orders, affidavits, motions, summonses, and briefs. Take and transcribe notes and dictation, ensuring accuracy., • Coordinate, monitor, and update scheduling and arrangements for legal proceedings., • Copy, request, and organize reports and records., • Establish and maintain effective filing and information management systems for accurate recording, storage, retrieval, and utilization of data., • Prepare and track employee leave time for timesheet. Monitor attorney time for billing purposes., • Process incoming and outgoing mail. Prepare purchase orders and county vouchers for processing and payment. Coordinate office supply orders. High school diploma or GED plus two years related work experience. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered. Must successfully complete pre-employment background process. Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Skill in operating a personal computer with speed and accuracy. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor. Deputy Sheriff Why Join Our Team The ___ is accepting applications to join our patrol team as a ___ to provide law enforcement services throughout the County, including several surrounding towns. Previous law enforcement experience is not required and a comprehensive training program will be provided. Being a Deputy Sheriff with our organization means upholding the Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office mission to preserve public safety and quality of life in Minnehaha County . We are actively building an eligibility list for anticipated vacancies in 2026. Whether you are ready to start soon or planning your next career move later in the year, now is an excellent time to apply and be considered for future opportunities with our team. We Offer You: • GREAT WAGES! The hiring range is $32.16/hr - $35.45/hr with a full earning potential up to $47.65/hr PLUS regular opportunities for pay increases. With good performance, new officers will receive up to 5% increases in pay after the first, second, AND third year IN ADDITION to annual increases., • NIGHT SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL! $1.00/hr night shift differential!, • RETENTION BONUS! A Deputy Sheriff newly hired into our organization is eligible to receive $1,000 at 9 months, 18 months, 27 months, AND 36 months of service with good performance., • BILINGUAL PAY! Specialty pay for bilingual officers who pass a language proficiency exam., • 15 SHIFTS A MONTH! 12 hour shifts mean full-time pay and benefits by only working half the month PLUS Fri/Sat/Sun off every other week., • DIVERSE SPECIALIZATIONS! Crisis Negotiations, SWAT, Fugitive Task Force, EMT, Criminal Investigations, School Resource Officers, Community Engagement Committee, and more!, • THOROUGH FTO EXPERIENCE! After graduating South Dakota's 13-week law enforcement academy, our Field Training Officers instruct new Deputies through an intensive 15-week training program. Newly hired Deputies who are already law enforcement certified jump right into FTO!, • COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS! Generous PTO and extended sick leave programs, health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays, and retirement through the ___ !, • EMPHASIS ON MENTAL AND PHYSICAL WELLBEING! Annual mental health visits are provided to officers to confidentially discuss concerns or issues with a professional. Additional sessions are offered by the County for officers and family members along with access to financial resources, legal advisors, work and lifestyle support, and educational resources. The Sheriff’s Office has an onsite workout facility and strong partnerships with local gyms. The County also offers gym reimbursement, wellness challenges, and health and fitness education throughout the year. Investigate illegal or suspicious activities. Conduct investigations. Interview victims and witnesses. Gather evidence. Enforce traffic laws. Maintain traffic flow at accidents. Assist accident victims. Investigate the cause of accidents. Issue citations. Serve warrants, subpoenas, complaints, and summonses. Perform civil process procedures including executions, foreclosures, lock-outs, civil paper service, and collection of fees. Locate and take individuals into custody on arrest warrants. Complete and maintain accurate records and report concerning crimes, incidents, information, traffic accidents, etc. Conduct staff training and development. Respond to dispatch calls. Mediate disputes. Respond to questions, complaints and requests for information and/or assistance from the public, media, legal, and medical staff, various agencies, etc. Administer first aid and CPR. Maintain and safely and appropriately use weapons, vehicle, and equipment. Provide testimony when required. Provide traffic control and police protection for special events. Provide community outreach. Attend meetings and ongoing trainings. What You Need to Succeed in this Role Applicants must meet one of the following minimum requirements for education/work history: • Two years of college or vocational school (48 credit hours); or, • Two years of work experience as a certified law enforcement officer; or, • Two years of active, full-time military experience; or, • Four years of military reserve experience; or EEO Statement Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.