Conservation Officer

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community seeks a Conservation Officer to provide law enforcement and public safety services. Responsibilities include responding to violations, enforcing ordinances, maintaining records, and collaborating with other agencies. Candidates should have a background in law enforcement, exceptional communication skills, and must pass various checks and qualifications. The role is based in Prior Lake, MN, and offers benefits like weekly pay and a 401k match.
Are you ready to kick start your law enforcement career? Come be a part of protecting the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community! You will be responsible for providing public safety law enforcement services to the Community under the authority of SMSC resolutions, ordinances and Minnesota Statute. Enjoy weekly pay, 401k match day one, and health benefits.

Job Overview: Responsible for providing public safety law enforcement services to the Community under the authority of SMSC resolutions, ordinances and Minnesota Statute. Works jointly with other neighboring law enforcement agencies, providing resource and recreation protection according to applicable statutes, regulations and policies. Protector of the Community's Natural Resources including Land, Air, Water and Wildlife.

Maximize Your Impact: The Responsibilities You’ll Own:
• Responds to complaints and violations within the Community. Reviews the facts to determine if Ordinance or Statute violations have occurred. Issues violation notices and citations, when appropriate.
• Works jointly with SMSC Tribal Court, SMSC Gaming Enterprise and SMSC Business Council to serve notices. Adheres to Tribal Court orders and appears in court as directed. Additionally, serves as Bailiff during Tribal Court hearings.
• Directly responsible for the enforcement of the SMSC Fish/Game and Animal Control Ordinances. This includes the issuance of SMSC hunting license and deer stand permits. Investigates animal bites and alleged violations, interviews witnesses, and reports violations.
• Maintains a variety of logs, records and correspondence to document inspection and enforcement activities. Records facts and prepares written summary reports to document activities, using the Records Management System (RMS).
• Maintain chain of custody records and documentation for all evidence and confiscated items. Adheres to Data Practice rules governed by Statute.
• Attend certification and re-certification classes, develop a training plan and deliver required training to members of the department. Ensures compliance with the Minnesota Peace Office's Standards and Training (MN P.O.S.T.) are met.
• Responsible for researching, developing and presenting educational materials and/or programs to the Community.
• Attend and complete both resident and online training to meet prescribed mandated Continued Education Unit training.

Job Requirements:
• Minimum of two years post secondary education in law enforcement/criminal justice and preferred 4-6 years of experience.
• Currently licensed with the Minnesota Police Officer Standards and Training (MN P.O.S.T.) or has passed the MN P.O.S.T written test and license eligible.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – ability to communicate using persuasive techniques that impact and influence the actions of others by diffusing volatile situations.
• Valid Class D driver’s license may be required with a good driving record.
• Must be able to pass weapon qualification with assigned duty weapon.
• Must be able to pass comprehensive background check, medical and psychological exam.
• This position is subject to testing for drugs (THC included) & alcohol in accordance with the Federal Department of Transportation Regulations as well as the SMSC’s Drug / THC and Alcohol Policy.
• Ability to work in a wide range of climate temperatures, including excessive heat and/or subzero temperatures.
• Capacity to handle and lift up to 40 lbs. as needed.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: At the SMSC, we are invested in our Team Members, as demonstrated by the competitive benefits we offer. Team Members may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous PTO package, which includes outreach hours for volunteer work through our #SMSCgives outreach program. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are: The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes both time and financial resources across the region, state, and country. The SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties, and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative that organizes various opportunities in the local community. To empower its team members to take part in the Dakota tradition of giving, the SMSC provides paid hours to team members to volunteer at events. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org

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