Patrol Deputy

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Williston, ND
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2026-31
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 07/29/2026


Description


The Patrol Deputy performs skilled work to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Williams County. This position performs various law enforcement duties, such as patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, apprehending and interviewing violators, and responding to calls for assistance.

Examples of 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 law enforcement, patrol, civil process service, investigations, and other duties on an assigned shift
• Patrols assigned areas, looking for illegal, hazardous, and suspicious activities and persons; provides backup assistance, scene security, and protection for regional emergency services personnel
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws and enforces local regulations and ordinances according to policies, procedures, and regulations
• Conducts traffic stops and investigates traffic accidents; assists victims and witnesses and investigates incidents as required; reports hazardous conditions and safety concerns
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses, and suspects in cases; secures and documents crime scenes and property; identifies and collects evidence; takes criminal complaints from citizens
• Arrests law violators; locates, pursues, and arrests criminal suspects; transports and processes prisoners and special custody cases; testifies in court; serves arrest and search warrants
• Assists other Sheriff's Office staff, County departments, and federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies as needed
• As assigned, serves civil process documents, warrants, legal notices, and subpoenas
• Conducts community policing activities to help prevent crime, reduce fear of crime, and improve community relations; talks with business owners and other people in assigned areas, listens to concerns, and offers suggestions to improve safety and security
• Completes detailed reports and required technical paperwork
• Maintains patrol vehicles and equipment in clean and effective operating order
• May present education and information programs through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels residents on law enforcement activities, programs, and referral resources
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards of the Sheriff's Office 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.

Typical Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of satisfactory work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must pass and maintain license requirements set 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 check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Technical certifications in CPR, First Aid, and specialized equipment are required

Supplemental Information

• Work is performed in both internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures; may be subject to physical harm such as dangerous vehicles, gunshots, and physical attacks; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, and infectious diseases
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards; required to restrain persons physically
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Compensation: Starting pay is $33.16/hour and may vary Depending on qualifications, experience and training.


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, 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 Williams County, please visit our website:
To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit
All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.
Williams County offers competitive pay, a great work environment and a generous benefit package to full time employees, including a fully-paid health/dental/vision plan for the entire family.

Williams County pays the full premium for family, single-plus-dependent or single coverage plan for each full-time employee.

Williams County provides a monthly allowance toward the purchase of a voluntary supplemental insurance policy for each full-time employee. Coverage may include single, single-plus-dependent or family coverage on any voluntary supplemental insurance provided by the designated Williams County supplemental insurance provider.

Williams County pays the premium for a $25,000 term life insurance policy and $25,000 accidental death and dismemberment policy for full-time employees.

Williams County pays the premium for a Long Term Disability Insurance plan for full-time employees.

Employees who are at least 18 years of age and are working in a qualified position an average of 20 hours per week for five or more months of the year are required to participate in the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System (ND PERS) Retirement Plan. Membership will become effective immediately upon employment.
01


Do you have any law enforcement related work experience? Please mark all that apply:

• Security industry
• Law enforcement
• Corrections (jail/prison)
• Juvenile detention/Probation
• Military
• Defensive tactics
• Mental Health Professions
• None of the above

02


Do you have the ability to (Please mark all that apply):

• Ability to Lift or drag 160 pounds
• Ability to Sit and Stand for extended periods of time
• Ability Travel out-of-town for work and work-related training
• None of the above

03


Do you have experience with the following? (Mark all that apply)

• Experience operating an emergency response vehicle
• Experience answering calls on a multiline business telephone system
• Experience writing narrative reports
• None of the above

04


Do you have any of the certifications listed below?

• Certification in CPR/First Aid
• EMT Certification
• CNA Certification
• None of the above

05


Are you a Licensed Peace Officer through the ND POST board (or equivalent)

• Yes
• No

06


Have you completed the Peace Officer training at an accredited police academy and is eligible to become licensed?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you currently enrolled in Peace Officer training at an accredited police academy?

• Yes
• No

08


Are you proficient in operating a firearm?

• Yes
• No

09


Do you have experience with the following (mark all that apply):

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Outlook
• Zuercher or similar records management system
• Answering calls on a multi-line business telephone system
• Using a multi-band radio
• None of the above

10


Which of the following are you able and willing to work? (Mark all that apply)

• Shift work (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am)
• Weekends and holidays
• Overtime shifts
• During inclement weather
• With individuals who are violent, confrontational and/or manipulative
• None of the above

11


Do you currently reside (or is able to reside) within a 10 minutes response radius of Williston, ND?

• Yes
• No

12


Which best describes your highest level of completed education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctor's degree

13


Do you have a valid North Dakota driver's license OR equivalent?

• Yes
• No

14


Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation?

• Yes
• No

15


Are you currently awaiting trial for any criminal offense?

• Yes
• No

16


If you answered "yes" to any of the questions related to criminal history above, please explain: (enter NA if not applicable).
Required Question