Winona County is accepting applications for this position until 4:00 p.m. May 28, 2025. This full-time, temporary, grant-funded position will end September 30, 2025. It may be extended for one year if an additional grant is secured. This position starts at $32.58/hour (DOQ) with advancement up to $44.58/hour (2024 Wages). Characteristics of Class: Under general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals, and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances in the County on an assigned shift or on special assignments. The work normally consists of routine patrol, preliminary investigation, and traffic regulation which may be performed in cruiser cars or on foot. Performs related work as required. The work involves an element of personal danger, and the employee must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies. Examples of Duties: Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples listed in their relative order of importance include all the duties which may be found in positions of this class. Patrols streets, roads, and highways to observe suspicious cars, persons, or actions. Enforces County ordinances, State and Federal laws, and motor vehicle regulations. Issues citations, makes arrests, and takes prisoners to jail. Answers calls and complaints involving fire, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies. Watches for and makes investigations of wanted or missing persons and property. K-9 handler duties. Ascertains all facts available at the scene of a crime or accident, getting statements from witnesses, gathering and processing evidence, and preparing reports to be used in follow-up investigations. Assists attorney in prosecuting felony and misdemeanor cases and testifies in court. Serves civil and criminal documents as requested by the court or by attorneys. Interviews persons with complaints and inquiries and attempts to make proper disposition or directs them to appropriate authorities. Counsels in domestic or other disputes. Assists Investigative Officers and other law enforcement personnel in the performance of their duties as required. Attends training classes in law enforcement methods, first aid, target practice, and related subjects. Maintains related records and prepares reports. May administer community policing duties, like McGruff House, Neighborhood Watch, Safe and Sober Program, etc. Handles hazardous materials as needed. Performs Courthouse security as needed. Scheduling part-time staff. * Any other duties as assigned.

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