Career Opportunities
Deputy Sheriff
Chouteau County Sheriff's Office is CURRENTLY accepting applications for the full-time position of Deputy Sheriff. Starting salary is $35,700.00. Deputy Sheriffs are uniformed sworn officers who enforce the law in the county. Deputies must have an active interest in working with people and be able to be fair with all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious belief, political affiliation, or economic level. Deputies provide services from several locations throughout Chouteau County and perform a variety of duties.The Deputy Sheriff will patrol the county and highways, investigate crimes, and arrest suspected criminals where necessary. You will assist citizens and properties in danger, and prepare and keep records. You will collaborate with municipal, state, and federal officers. To be successful in this role, you need to read situations swiftly and make judicious on-the-spot decisions. Ideal candidates will treat the public firmly but courteously, be undeterred by physical threats, and have the ability to understand and follow complex directions.
Deputy Sheriff Responsibilities:
Patrolling highways and Chouteau County with radio-equipped county vehicles.
Operating radio, telephone, and other communications devices to respond to complaints and other calls.
Assisting citizens or properties under threat.
Assisting at accident scenes and guarding disaster areas.
Detecting, investigating, and deterring criminal activities.
Apprehending criminal and traffic law offenders.
Transporting and escorting detainees to and from the court, and involuntary psychiatric commitments to healthcare facilities.
Maintaining courtroom peace and security.
Serving court documents and attaching property.
Reporting to higher-ranking officers to report on assignments, and to ask for assistance and advice.
Deputy Sheriff Requirements:
High school diploma, GED, or appropriate equivalent.
Valid driver's license, equivalent to a non-commercial Class C, at the time of appointment.
Completion of an entry-level police training program during the first year of employment.
Completion of a background investigation, and fingerprint examination to establish whether the candidate is of good moral character.
Available to work with little or no notice.
Available to work shifts, over weekends, on public holidays, and during inclement weather.
Familiar with the geography of the county.
Live in Chouteau County
Proficient in using and maintaining a firearm.
Applications are available online for download or at the Law Enforcement Facility located at
1215 Washington.
Fort Benton, MT 59442
For additional information, contact Undersheriff Larry Ophus at (406) 622-5451
Chouteau County Sheriff's Office is CURRENTLY accepting applications for the full-time position of Deputy Sheriff. Starting salary is $35,700.00. Deputy Sheriffs are uniformed sworn officers who enforce the law in the county. Deputies must have an active interest in working with people and be able to be fair with all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious belief, political affiliation, or economic level. Deputies provide services from several locations throughout Chouteau County and perform a variety of duties.The Deputy Sheriff will patrol the county and highways, investigate crimes, and arrest suspected criminals where necessary. You will assist citizens and properties in danger, and prepare and keep records. You will collaborate with municipal, state, and federal officers. To be successful in this role, you need to read situations swiftly and make judicious on-the-spot decisions. Ideal candidates will treat the public firmly but courteously, be undeterred by physical threats, and have the ability to understand and follow complex directions.
Deputy Sheriff Responsibilities:
Patrolling highways and Chouteau County with radio-equipped county vehicles.
Operating radio, telephone, and other communications devices to respond to complaints and other calls.
Assisting citizens or properties under threat.
Assisting at accident scenes and guarding disaster areas.
Detecting, investigating, and deterring criminal activities.
Apprehending criminal and traffic law offenders.
Transporting and escorting detainees to and from the court, and involuntary psychiatric commitments to healthcare facilities.
Maintaining courtroom peace and security.
Serving court documents and attaching property.
Reporting to higher-ranking officers to report on assignments, and to ask for assistance and advice.
Deputy Sheriff Requirements:
High school diploma, GED, or appropriate equivalent.
Valid driver's license, equivalent to a non-commercial Class C, at the time of appointment.
Completion of an entry-level police training program during the first year of employment.
Completion of a background investigation, and fingerprint examination to establish whether the candidate is of good moral character.
Available to work with little or no notice.
Available to work shifts, over weekends, on public holidays, and during inclement weather.
Familiar with the geography of the county.
Live in Chouteau County
Proficient in using and maintaining a firearm.
Applications are available online for download or at the Law Enforcement Facility located at
1215 Washington.
Fort Benton, MT 59442
For additional information, contact Undersheriff Larry Ophus at (406) 622-5451
| MONTANA PEACE OFFICER APPLICATION |
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE APPLICATION |
Detention Officer
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:
Performs responsible protective service work ensuring the care and security of inmates at the County Jail; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Chouteau County Sheriff's Office is CURRENTLY accepting applications for Detention Officers. Starting wage is $12/hr with benefits and 20 year retirement. Detention Officers properly handle all of the following;
Processing inmates; maintaining jail security; serving meals; transporting inmates.
Receives and processes inmates into custody of institution; searches prisoners; takes charge of personal property.
Provides inmates opportunity to call attorney or relative; advises inmates on institutional rules and regulations.
Patrols jail area periodically to ensure security and maintain order.
Transports inmates to medical, court and related facilities.
Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene and related activities for conformance to institutional rules, regulations and procedures.
Escorts and safeguards inmates to cell; checks on inmates' physical condition.
Receives, counts, records and washes all laundry in the jail.
Dispenses personal and cell cleaning equipment; keeps record of money received from inmates.
Distributes medication to inmates as prescribed or directed.
Prepares routine records on inmates; performs general clerical duties.
Ensures the care and maintenance of quarters.
Inspects items brought into the jail; checks incoming and outgoing mail.
Performs related tasks as required.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Detention Officers will attend the four week Corrections/Detention Officer Basic class at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy in Helene MT to become state P.O.S.T. certified.
For more information contact Undersheriff Larry Ophus at (406) 622-5451
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:
Performs responsible protective service work ensuring the care and security of inmates at the County Jail; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Chouteau County Sheriff's Office is CURRENTLY accepting applications for Detention Officers. Starting wage is $12/hr with benefits and 20 year retirement. Detention Officers properly handle all of the following;
Processing inmates; maintaining jail security; serving meals; transporting inmates.
Receives and processes inmates into custody of institution; searches prisoners; takes charge of personal property.
Provides inmates opportunity to call attorney or relative; advises inmates on institutional rules and regulations.
Patrols jail area periodically to ensure security and maintain order.
Transports inmates to medical, court and related facilities.
Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene and related activities for conformance to institutional rules, regulations and procedures.
Escorts and safeguards inmates to cell; checks on inmates' physical condition.
Receives, counts, records and washes all laundry in the jail.
Dispenses personal and cell cleaning equipment; keeps record of money received from inmates.
Distributes medication to inmates as prescribed or directed.
Prepares routine records on inmates; performs general clerical duties.
Ensures the care and maintenance of quarters.
Inspects items brought into the jail; checks incoming and outgoing mail.
Performs related tasks as required.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Detention Officers will attend the four week Corrections/Detention Officer Basic class at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy in Helene MT to become state P.O.S.T. certified.
For more information contact Undersheriff Larry Ophus at (406) 622-5451
| CCSO STANDARD APPLICATION |
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE APPLICATION |
9-1-1 Communications Officer
Chouteau County Sheriff's Office is NOT CURRENTLY accepting applications for Communications Officers. Starting wage is $13/hr. Communications Officers train to use a computer-aided dispatch system (CAD), receive emergency calls from the public requesting police, fire, medical or other emergency services. Determine the nature and location of the emergency; determine priorities, and dispatch Law, Fire, Ambulance or other emergency units as necessary and in accordance with established procedures. Receive and process 9-1-1 emergency calls, maintain contact with all units on assignment, maintain status and location of police and fire units. Monitor direct emergency alarms, answer non-emergency calls for assistance. Enter, update and retrieve information from a variety of computer systems. Receive requests for information regarding vehicle registration, driving records and warrants, and provides pertinent data. Monitor several complex public safety radio frequencies. Operate a variety of communications equipment, including radio consoles, telephones and computer systems. Training includes but is not limited to 480 + hours in the Dispatch Center. Dispatchers are required to attend MLEA for the 80 hour Public Safety Communicator Basic and is also required to become certified as an APCO EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatcher) This training is obtained in-house. CPR certification is required to be obtained.
For more information contact Communications Manager Kimberly Burdick at (406) 622-5451
Chouteau County Sheriff's Office is NOT CURRENTLY accepting applications for Communications Officers. Starting wage is $13/hr. Communications Officers train to use a computer-aided dispatch system (CAD), receive emergency calls from the public requesting police, fire, medical or other emergency services. Determine the nature and location of the emergency; determine priorities, and dispatch Law, Fire, Ambulance or other emergency units as necessary and in accordance with established procedures. Receive and process 9-1-1 emergency calls, maintain contact with all units on assignment, maintain status and location of police and fire units. Monitor direct emergency alarms, answer non-emergency calls for assistance. Enter, update and retrieve information from a variety of computer systems. Receive requests for information regarding vehicle registration, driving records and warrants, and provides pertinent data. Monitor several complex public safety radio frequencies. Operate a variety of communications equipment, including radio consoles, telephones and computer systems. Training includes but is not limited to 480 + hours in the Dispatch Center. Dispatchers are required to attend MLEA for the 80 hour Public Safety Communicator Basic and is also required to become certified as an APCO EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatcher) This training is obtained in-house. CPR certification is required to be obtained.
For more information contact Communications Manager Kimberly Burdick at (406) 622-5451
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE APPLICATION |
| CCSO STANDARD APPLICATION |