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Deputy Sheriff

  • County Barnes
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range Beginning salary is $55,328 yearly depending on experience.
  • Application Deadline 02/02/2026

Job Description

The Barnes County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff. Beginning salary is $55,328 yearly depending on experience. Benefits include: 90% single or family NDPERS health insurance, life insurance, dental, and vision plans available, employer paid contribution 10.3% ND Pers Retirement, paid vacation, holiday accrued hours, sick leave, take home patrol vehicle, all duty gear and uniforms are provided. Our deputies work 10-hour flexible shifts having every other three-day weekend off while on morning or night shifts. Mid-shift is 9-hour flexible shifts with every other two-day weekend off. Schedule is rotated monthly. Our agency offers county, state, and federal overtime opportunities for our deputies. Applicants must be ND P.O.S.T. Board certified or must be able to obtain P.O.S.T. Certification when hired.

How To Apply

Mail resume along with a cover letter and ND Job Service application to the Barnes County Sheriff’s Office, P.O. Box 815, Valley City, ND 58072. Any questions, please contact Barnes County Sergeant Nathan Morten at 701-845-8530. ND Job Service applications may be obtained from the Barnes County Auditor’s office at 701-845-8500 or ND Job Service. Position will remain open until it is filled.

Patrol Deputy

  • County McLean
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $49,977.55 - $59,196.58, starting
  • Application Deadline 01/31/2026

Job Description

The McLean County Sheriff’s Office is seeking one or more dedicated and motivated individuals to join our team in the role of Patrol Deputy. If you are passionate about law enforcement and committed to serving your community with integrity, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:
• Patrol assigned areas and respond to emergency calls.
• Conduct investigations and enforce laws and ordinances.
• Perform traffic stops and issue citations.
• Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records.
• Engage with community members to promote safety and address concerns.

How To Apply

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position(s) is/are filled. Preference will be given to P.O.S.T certified applicants with prior experience. A full benefit package is offered including 100% employer funded health insurance; 15.27% contribution on employee’s behalf to NDPERS defined benefit retirement program; professional development and training opportunities; and opportunities for advancement within the department.

For further information on the position or to obtain a McLean County job application, interested individuals may visit www.mcleancountynd.gov/employment; call (701) 462-8801; or email at lfoss@nd.gov. Résumés may be included with the application but will not be accepted in place of an official application.

Adolescent Care Attendant

  • County Williams
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range Pay rate starts at $21.89/hour and is based on qualifications and experience
  • Application Deadline 01/31/2026

Job Description

The Adolescent Care Center Attendant is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the Williams County Adolescent Care Center. Regular job duties include monitoring residents, conducting security checks, general housekeeping duties, and maintaining documentation.

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.

Maintains the safety of the Adolescent Care Center facility and residents, including routine security checks and searches
Monitors for suicidal or combative residents and provides crisis intervention as required
Completes accurate daily activity logs and records regarding resident behavior, actions, medications, and activities
Coordinates, assigns, and/or provides for the daily needs of residents, such as meal service, laundry service, and medication administration
Organizes and participates in daily recreation activities geared towards residents
Schedules, assigns, and/or performs general housekeeping duties and supervises chores assigned to residents
Administers disciplinary action to residents as established by policy
Transports residents to court and other appointments as assigned
Attends required trainings, such as First Aid, CPR, and Mental Health First Aid
Assists with visitation arrangements and monitors resident telephone calls as needed
Liaises with law enforcement, caseworkers, court personnel, medical providers, schools, parents, and outside agencies regarding resident matters
Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations governing the delivery of services to at-risk youth and assists staff in monitoring for compliance
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
Must be at least 21 years old
Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
Must pass a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
Supplemental Information
Special Working Conditions:

Must provide 24/7 emergency on-call assistance as needed
Occasional extended shifts (up to 24 hours) based on department needs
Potential exposure to chemical cleaners, infectious diseases, and violent or rude/irate persons


Compensation:
Pay rate starts at $21.89/hour and is based on qualifications and experience. Williams County offers a generous benefit package to all full-time employees including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health/dental/vision insurance for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, supplemental insurance, fully funded retirement benefits to the ND Public Employee Retirement System (15.26%), and 12 paid holidays each year.


To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website: www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/

To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit www.whereinwilliamscounty.com.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and reference review.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/williams

Public Safety Telecommunicator I

  • County Barnes
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $21.74/hr., with $1.00 night and weekend differential
  • Application Deadline 01/26/2026

Job Description

Barnes County 911 Center is looking for a Public Safety Telecommunicator I. We will Train. Shift would be a night shift, full-time. Starting wage will be $21.74/hr., with $1.00 night and weekend differential. Open until filled.

How To Apply

Applications and complete job description available through ND Job Service (www.jobsnd.com). Applications can be mailed or dropped off at Barnes County Auditor’s Office, 230 4th St. NW, Room 202, Valley City, ND 58072.

Administrative Assistant II - Front Desk

  • County Burleigh
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $21.62 to $23.52 per hour, Grade 4
  • Application Deadline 01/13/2026

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:
Under the supervision of the County Recorder or Deputy County Recorder; serves as the primary processor of marriage licenses, and the acceptance agent for passport applications. Assist the public with general real estate recoding questions. Serves as the primary back up to Administrative Assistant II – Customer Service Specialist. Assist the public with issuance of certified copies as requested. Index recorded documents into industry specific software. Prepare and send nightly exports to appropriate entities (NDRIN).

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Three (3) years of work experience performing a variety of office support, clerical, or secretarial work. Associate degree preferred.
• Additional education may substitute for the work experience required on a year-for-year basis.
2. Must be proficient with word processing and spreadsheet software, such as MSWord and Excel, and must possess excellent typing and 10key skills.
3. Requires a high degree of written and/or verbal communication skills when dealing with supervisors, employees, clients or the public.
4. Must be proficient in business English, spelling, punctuation, arithmetic, modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
5. Ability to handle multiple duties and priorities under limited supervision.
6. Applicant may be subject to a post offer civil, criminal, credit background check. The county will pay the costs associated with these exams.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
• Collects, receives, and interprets source information to issue marriage licenses and accept and process passport application for the public.
• Compiles important information from passport applications to create a transmittal that allow the passport processed daily to be mailed to the US Department of State to be traced via USPS. Creates weekly report to be mailed to the North Dakota Department of Vital Records.
• Open doors every morning to allow customers to enter the building for business.
• Perform mail-back duties every morning, takes outgoing mail to the mailroom prior to pick up time.
• Files numerically and maintains the “original” marriage licenses returned to the Recorder’s office as a permanent record.
• Collects funds, issues receipts and refunds as required by the North Dakota Century Code.
• Maintains stock of marriage license and passport application forms, information pamphlets, return mail envelopes and address labels.
• Creates and maintains accurate records, with respect to marriage licenses, passports, real estate recordings and burial permits.
• Collects, receives, and interprets source information to record and index burial permits in the absence of the Administrative Assistant II – Customer Service Specialist.
• Receives and refers telephone calls, assists members of the public, arranges appointments using work processing and spreadsheet software, issues correspondence and other general clerical duties as assigned.
• Receives and prepares certified copies of marriage licenses and recorded documents requested by mail or by phone.
• Interprets and indexes information from documents presented to the Recorder’s Office into industry specific software to ensure accuracy from the information provide on the documents recorded.
• Receipts/E-records documents using industry specific software over the lunch hour and/or as needed per the direction of the County Recorder, or Deputy Recorder.
• Files, retrieves, and interprets information, prepares data to export to appropriate entities each night (NDRIN).
• Serves as primary back up to other Administrative Assistant II’s within the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

How To Apply

• Applicants must apply and register at the following website: https://www.burleigh.gov/careers

• Applicants must also provide:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three (3) professional references
4. Unofficial Transcripts (if any)

Highway Maintenance Worker II

  • County Burleigh
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $28.22 per hour, Grade 5
  • Application Deadline 01/06/2026

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:
Under supervision of the County Road Superintendent and County Engineer, is responsible for performing general labor-type duties, hand and power tool operation, and intermediate level truck and equipment operation on various road and bridge projects.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Must have the ability to read and write.
• Requires a valid North Dakota Class A driver’s license non-air restricted and with a tanker endorsement.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in the operation of various types of heavy equipment, truck driving and maintenance duties of highway and road projects are preferred.
• Candidates must successfully complete a standard background and criminal record check along with an alcohol and controlled substance test and physical exam. Costs associated with these exams will be paid for by the County
• Must live within an approximate 45-minutes response time to the assigned shop.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Participates with other maintenance personnel to perform general labor duties using hand tools including but not limited to: shovels, rakes, posts hole diggers, brooms, scrapers, etc. for use in shop and grounds maintenance, asphalt patching, preparing culvert beds, snow removal, etc.
2. Places traffic control signs and devices, assists traffic through work zones as required.
3. Operates jackhammers, air compressors, mechanical tampers, power saws, hydraulic drivers and similar equipment.
4. Operates semis and dump trucks hauling maintenance material and drive trucks in plowing snow and spreading traction material.
5. Operates a wide variety of heavy equipment to a varying degree of difficulty, including but not limited to the following: motor graders, front end loaders, bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, rollers, mowers, trucks of all types, asphalt related equipment and other equipment associated with road and bridge maintenance.
6. Performs related work as required including minimal routine repair and maintenance of vehicles, buildings, and grounds as required.
7. Occasionally serves as a temporary crew leader on small projects as assigned by supervisor.
8. Generates detailed daily timecards, material and work reports.
9. Performs other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Applicant must have knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures, safe handling procedures with knowledge of industrial and traffic safety procedures, and knowledge of landowner rights and protection rights of private property.
• Applicant must have the abilities to perform the essential functions, with or without accommodation which may include but not limited to: extended sitting, lift and carry objects, bend, stretch reach, climbing, working and driving in low-light, low-visibility conditions, and work at various heights from the ground, on bridges, trucks and/or equipment.

BURLEIGH COUNTY BENEFITS:
Burleigh County offers a NDPERS retirement plan, 95% premium paid Health Insurance coverage through BCBS of ND. We also offer $25,000 life insurance coverage and additional insurance coverage options.

A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

How To Apply

• Applicants must apply and register at the following website: https://www.burleigh.gov/careers.

• Applicants must also provide:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three (3) professional references

County Engineer

  • County Burleigh
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $108,534.40 to $120,452.80 annually, Grade 19
  • Application Deadline 01/06/2026

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:
Under supervision of the County Board of Commissioners and working closely with the Highway Department portfolio holder; is responsible for the County Commission for all aspects of the Burleigh County Highway Department. This position is responsible for the duties as listed in NDCC §11.31-03 and provides professional and technical leadership to the County Highway Department, including policy and procedural guidance to supervisors and workers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must have a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, supplemented by three (3) to five (5) years of experience in management of a public works department responsible for roads and bridges.
2. Must have considerable knowledge of highway engineering construction, design and research theory, principles, practices, and equipment as related to road construction, design and research theory, principles, practices, and equipment as related to road construction and must become a registered Professional Engineer in North Dakota within one year of hire.
3. Must have the ability to prepare, interpret, legally authorize, and utilize civil engineering plans, maps, specifications, and reports.
4. Must have thorough knowledge of the preventive maintenance requirements, safe operating requirements and skilled operating requirements of the equipment involved.
5. Must possess a valid Class D North Dakota driver’s license with a clean driving record.
6. Must have reasonable interpersonal communication skills and be able to interact with fellow employees, professional staff, contractors, Commissioners, and the public.
7. Applicant will be subject to a standard post-offer background, credit, and criminal records check.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
• This position has the ultimate responsibility for all work done by the Burleigh County Highway Department.
• Plan public roadway improvement projects, design highway and bridge improvements, monitor, inspect and represent County Highway Department in all related matters.
• Manages the various operations of the Highway Department, such as bridges, drainage structures, signing, maintenance and repair of County roads or roads under the control of Burleigh County.
• Perform and supervise County construction survey, County road approach program, and supervise technical and office personnel.
• Monitor, inspect, and accept subdivision roads built by developers, prepare sketches and drawings, create legal land descriptions for road work and inspect and approve irregular survey plats.
• Manages the allocation of material and manpower resources to various projects, setting priorities to deal with emergencies and unanticipated needs, and coordinate maintenance and repair activities with other public and private agencies.
• Ensures that all County highways are properly repaired and maintained, including sealing and patching of asphalt highways, installing, and maintaining all road signs.
• Research, prepare and monitor expenditures of annual budget for the department, assist in selection of equipment purchases, manage cost accounting of construction projects, and monitor and control accounts payable and receivable.
• Act as liaison with state, federal, local planning groups, and other county road departments; monitor legislative activity and participate in processes as necessary; represent County Highway Department in related matters with all other agencies.
• Regulate and approve utility locations in public roadways, control seasonal load limit program, analyze and approve special assessment district improvements, and approve right-of-way data.
• Participate in media events relating to local roads, communicate with the public by answering questions and complaints, attend and participate in meetings with County Commissioners and other groups.
• Approve compliance of City and County regulated rural subdivision, plats with current roadway standards, particularly the adequacy of storm water management plans created by professional consulting engineers.
• Contracting and/or negotiating with organized townships for County services.
• Required to maintain the Burleigh County Highway Department policy manual.
• Reviews and approves legal land survey work that is related to County plats or Highway Department projects.
• Fill in for County Road Superintendent in his/her absence.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Ensure that all County roads are properly repaired and maintained using a combination of operators and equipment best suited to perform key maintenance and construction activities.
2. Ensure quality of construction projects by inspecting construction sites and supervising Engineer Technicians and Road Superintendent, to assure conformity with design, safety of workers, and satisfaction of the public.
3. Ensure the accuracy of all documentation and reports regarding construction projects, personnel management, materials used, and equipment and employee hours used.
4. Review reports and documentation written by other personnel for accuracy.
5. Create a positive and productive work atmosphere by communicating and maintaining a professional manner with supervisor, employees, and the public.
6. Prepare formal reports and necessary paperwork for tracking purposes.

BURLEIGH COUNTY BENEFITS:
Burleigh County offers an NDPERS retirement plan, 95% premium paid Health Insurance coverage through BCBS of ND. We also offer $25,000 life insurance coverage and additional insurance coverage options.

A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The employing agency does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

How To Apply

• Applicants must apply and register at the following website: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/
• Applicants must also provide:
1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Three (3) professional references
4. Unofficial transcripts
5. Proof of professional licensure (if any)
6. DD214 (if any)

Tax Equalization Director

  • County LaMoure
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range
  • Application Deadline 01/01/2026

Job Description

The LaMoure County Commission is seeking to fill the position of Tax Equalization Director. The Tax Director is an appointed position and is responsible for ensuring that all real property within the county receives a uniform assessment. The Tax Director oversees appraisal and assessment work of all agricultural (including soil assessments), commercial, and residential properties and mobile homes within the county for taxation purposes. Applicants must be able to work independently, communicate effectively with members of the public, prioritize importance of work, and meet deadlines in a timely manner. This position requires attention to detail and experience working with numbers. Two to four years of college level schooling or equivalent experience is required. Training or experience in the areas of public administration, business administration, economics, accounting, or property appraisal techniques and valuation principles would be helpful. Preference may be given to those who hold a ND Class I or Class II Assessor Certification.

How To Apply

A complete job description and application is available at the LaMoure County Auditor’s. Completed application and resume must be returned to the Auditor’s Office. Apply immediately; the position will remain open until filled. Veteran’s Preference does not apply to this position. EOE

Deputy Sheriff

  • County Sargent
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $59,080 - $64,146
  • Application Deadline 01/01/2026

Job Description

SARGENT COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Name:

Position Title: Deputy Sheriff

Date: May 2023
Department: Sheriff

FLSA:

Reports To: Sheriff


PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The purpose of this position is to enforce all federal and state laws relating to public safety and welfare. Participates in various law enforcement activities including patrol, criminal, narcotic, and accident investigations, and emergency call response. Performs various administrative duties and completes required paperwork.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs law enforcement duties to ensure the safety and welfare of the citizens of Sargent County; performs all duties in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations and standards of safety.

Patrols assigned areas throughout the County and performs a variety of law enforcement duties; identifies and investigates suspected criminal incidents; apprehends and arrests suspects and violent persons; secures crime scenes; monitors traffic activity and issues traffic citations; investigates traffic accidents; seizes property and/or criminal evidence; maintains public order.

Handle non-emergency patrol duties such as transporting suspects in custody and assisting stranded motorists.

Participates in investigation activities; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects; conducts lawful searches of persons, vehicles, and places; gathers physical evidence and preserves it for court; maintains inventory of property and evidence and documents accordingly; derives facts and inferences through observations and interviews; documents facts through field notes and reports.

Executes search warrants; determines appropriate legal standards to conduct searches and make arrests.

Operates RADAR and police radio using proper procedures and prepares written reports for court.

Responds to emergency calls, threatening situations, and/or public calls for assistance; assists EMS in medical response by providing medical treatment such as CPR.

Serve warrants, summonses, subpoenas, civil and other official papers.

Presents evidence in legal proceedings; testifies in civil and criminal court.

Performs various duties to develop a positive relationship with the community; presents materials on crime prevention to groups.
Utilizes the automated computer system to run checks on persons, vehicles, and property.

Maintains public order throughout the County and responds to threatening situations.

Provides law enforcement services during disaster situations, crime scenes, and extreme weather conditions.

Provides support and assistance to other law enforcement groups and juvenile personnel.

Receives, reviews, prepares and processes various forms and documents to include lab reports, arrest reports, statement forms, criminal records, daily logs, vehicle logs, and related law enforcement forms.

Utilizes basic office equipment in performing administrative duties to include a computer, printer, copier, fax machine, adding machine and multi-line phone system. Operates technical equipment such as a radar, police radio system, cameras, intoxilyzer, weapons, handcuffs, pepper spray, night stick, stun gun, and automated systems to gather background information. Operate a squad car safely while responding to high risk calls.

Utilizes various computer programs such as CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), CJIS/LERMS (Security Sensitive) Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other related duties as required.


MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 440 hours training in basic law enforcement including criminal and traffic law; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a peace officer license, driver’s license, and certification in weapons handling and use.


MINIMUM ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including a computer terminal, typewriter, calculator, copier, multi-line phone system, radar, police radio system, cameras, intoxilyzer, weapons, handcuffs, pepper spray, night stick, stun gun, and a squad car.

Administrative duties are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, bending, light lifting, and other restricted physical activities.

Law enforcement duties require the regular and at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials. On occasion, duties in extreme situations, apprehension of suspects, and related work require the ability to exert heavy physical effort.


Numerical Aptitude:

Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract; multiply and divide totals; determine decimals and percentages; determine time and weight; utilize basic algebra and geometry and interpret the same as appropriate.


Language Ability:

Requires the ability to read a variety of policy, procedure, and operation manuals, laws, legal documentation, and maps.

Requires the ability to produce reports and various documents with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Requires the ability to communicate with and before others using correct English as well as various technical and professional terms including medical, legal, and counseling terminology. Know survival Spanish to effectively make an arrest.


Interpersonal Communication:

Requires the ability to communicate with people to convey or exchange information. Must be able to mediate situations and resolve problems. Must have the ability to conduct legal interviews, investigations and interrogations in a professional and discrete manner while adhering to applicable policy and procedure.


Environmental Adaptability:

Requires the ability to interact with people (i.e. law enforcement, EMS, general public, victims, criminals, attorneys, judges) beyond giving and/or receiving instructions. Requires the ability to provide supervision and guidance in the absence of the Sheriff.

Work is performed with regular potential for exposure to environmental elements including heat, cold, odors, toxic agents and chemicals, smoke, disease, machinery, explosives, and violence. Heat exhaustion, frostbite, illness, smoke inhalation and death are the most common potential results of environmental effects.



Signature Supervisor's Signature





Date Date


Sargent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Deputy Sheriff

Under general supervision, exercises responsibilities for the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. Exercises independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures. Works under stressful, high risk conditions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONIBILITES:
• Patrols Sargent County and in assigned district in a patrol car on assignment for the purpose of observing the area for possible criminal activity or other conditions that could endanger public safety, investigating complaints, and enforcing laws; maintains high visibility
• Investigates and reports accidents, dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights, or other hazardous conditions to road crews.
• Investigates crimes, interviews witnesses, complainants, and victims; and gathers physical evidence and preserves for court; conducts follow up investigations as needed.
• Provides victim’s their notification of rights as required by State law.
• Enforces all felony and misdemeanor laws of North Dakota.
• Apprehend arrests and detains criminal suspects and law violators when necessary; follows proper procedures when making arrests.
• Serves warrants, summonses, subpoenas, civil and other official papers.
• Responds to emergency calls, such as robberies, burglaries, kidnappings, assaults and murders; and practices safety procedures in answering and responding to calls.
• Checks residential and commercial property for security as requested; checks on Senior Citizens as requested.
• Assists motorists in various situations as needed.
• Contacts complainants and/or victims of crimes within a reasonable length of time; keeps complainants or victims informed of progress of investigations.
• Investigates and reports fires or other related events; keeps bystanders out of danger; safeguards property; and renders first aid in emergency situations.
• Prepares, processes, and/or transmits various reports as required.
• Records information concerning events that took place during tour of duty, and records such activity in the manner as prescribed by the department.
• Maintains weapons and equipment in functional and presentable condition.
• Transports mental health patients and incarcerated persons to prescribed locations as necessary.
• Accounts for and transports evidence coming into custody.
• Answers questions asked by the general public, works with juveniles and adults in related matters; refers public to person or agencies which can provide further assistance as required.
• Works under stressful, high risk conditions.
• Makes decisions at the crime scenes which may be centered around life or death situations; decisions are based on the safest procedures to be followed to ensure safety to individuals involved and fellow officers/members of rescue team.
• Performs special projects as directed by the Sheriff.
• Watch for wanted or missing person and lost children; administers first aid to the injured in emergency cases; and reports stray animals as necessary,
• Attends shift meeting, seminars, and training sessions as required to remain knowledgeable of operations and promote job performance.
• Attends required periodic training sessions and seminars; participates in required physical fitness activities.
• Maintain North Dakota POST licensing by completing the minimum POST certified training in the licensing period.
• Maintains required level of proficiency in the use of firearms, and evasive action/driving skills.
• Takes active charge in serious or unusual situations.
• Serve as courthouse security officer-by providing safety for witnesses, attorneys, judges, and the general public attending court.
• Effectively utilizes a Mobile Data Terminal (CAD) for informational and investigative purposes.
• Be on call for emergency situations that occur after scheduled shift.
• Aid in administering NARCAN to drug overdoses/ accidental exposures.
• Perform dangerous situations with no backup, or limited backup.

How To Apply

Contact Sargent County Sheriff's Office at 701-724-3302
or E-Mail tpaeper@nd.gov

Custodian

  • County Williams
  • Full/Part Time Full Time
  • Salary Range $21.37 to $23.08/hour
  • Application Deadline 12/31/2025

Job Description

Apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/williams

The Custodian performs a variety of functions to clean and maintain assigned Williams County buildings.

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.

Maintains bathrooms, including cleaning sinks, toilets, walls, and mirrors; sanitizes surfaces; ensures bathroom products are stocked
Sweeps and mops floors, including bathrooms, stairwells, and hallways
Performs floor care duties, including waxing and buffering commercial floors
Vacuums assigned offices and hallways
Empties, cleans, and sanitizes waste receptacles
Dusts handrails, ledges, desks, and other equipment as assigned
Maintains cleanliness of break rooms and kitchens, including cleaning appliances and stocking coffee, soap, utensils, and paper products
Mixes and prepares cleaning chemicals and materials
Cleans inside and outside of doors, washes windows
Maintains exterior areas by collecting and disposing of trash and debris from parking lots, walkways, and grounds
Removes snow as required
Provides customer service while interacting with staff, guests, and the public
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 AND one (1) year of janitorial or custodial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
Supplemental Information
Special Working Conditions:

Some work is performed outdoors with exposure to extreme temperatures and inclement weather
Some work is performed in and around mechanical, industrial, and electrical equipment
Exposure to chemicals, sewage, and dust
Required to lift up to 50 pounds
Occasional work outside of regular hours


Compensation: Starting salary ranges from $21.37 to $23.08/hour depending on experience and training. Williams County Offers a Generous Benefit Package, including Paid sick and vacation 12 paid holidays per years, fully paid health , dental and vision insurance for single, single + dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public employees retirement system.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/williams