Job Description

Job Posting End Date: June 1, 2026 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $86,465 ($41.57 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 06/01/2026 in order to be considered.

We are inviting professional and positive individuals to join the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy Sheriff in our Patrol Division. Our members follow the mission, “To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust.” The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office promotes teamwork, fosters a positive working environment, and maintains a reputation and tradition of excellence.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $86,465 ($41.57 per hour).

• Lateral pay based on prior experience.

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 2105: $86,465 to $116,875 ($41.57 to $56.19 per hour).

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will serve from the Anoka County’s Sheriff’s Office located at 13301 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304

• Work schedules are 12-hour shifts, with a 5 day stretch off every other week.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Deputy.

• Responds to calls for assistance by citizens in distress or other public safety agencies within Anoka County.

• Enforce all laws including, but not limited to, county/city ordinances, state and federal laws and statutes, traffic laws, and motor vehicle regulations.

• Conduct preliminary investigation of crimes and accidents and provide follow-up investigative work as needed.

• Respond promptly to motor vehicle, home, firearm, and recreation accidents; and medical emergencies such as sudden illness and accidental deaths.

• Administer first aid and CPR until medical personnel arrive on the scene.

• Transport prisoners, psychiatric patients, and inebriated patients to and from jails, hospitals, detoxification centers, and other jurisdictions.

• Provide courtroom security and maintain discipline in courtrooms.

• Patrol streets, roads, highways, snowmobile trails, lakes, and rivers to ensure compliance with laws by observing suspicious cars, persons, or actions.

• Conduct sales of real estate and personal property in accordance with foreclosure and lien laws.

• Perform various administrative and specialty assignments as directed; prepare accurate and complete logs, records, and reports.

• Prepare court testimony and testify in court regarding investigation procedures, information, and evidence collected

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires an associate’s degree

• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis

• Must be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officers Standards and Training by date of hire/appointment

• Must have valid driver's license

• Must never have been convicted of a felony

• Must be able to credibly testify in court

• Must pass a job-related examination of physical strength or agility consistent with the duties of a peace officer

• Must undergo, and pass, a thorough physical and psychological examination and successfully complete a background investigation

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

• Knowledge of laws, judicial procedures, regulations, rules and guidelines related to crime and evidence

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment, travel to various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, may include emergency or disaster response sites in uncontrolled environments depending on assignment

• Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment

• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness

• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds

• Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties

• Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills

• Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing

• Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment

• Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.

• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to public safety equipment depending on assignment

• Public safety equipment may include but is not limited to radios, cameras, GPS devices, radiological testing equipment such as portal monitors and Geiger counters depending on assignment, and personal protective equipment

• Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle

• Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions

• Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, radiation, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions  

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and the Law Enforcement Labor Services.

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process

Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO