Job Description
The Edmunds County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a responsible individual as a full-time deputy
sheriff. Applicants must be 21 years of age, have a valid driver’s license, be able to pass a
background check, and pass a drug test. Applicants must be of good moral character. Starting
wage for deputy is $56,568 per year. Opportunities for overtime are available.
This position is specifically to be a Drug Dog Handler with a focus on drug interdiction. This
position will also manage daily sheriff’s office duties. Our ideal candidate must have the drive
and passion to deal with our already trained K9 Grayz. The candidate will have to go through
dog training with Grayz. A certified Officer with a passion for drug interdiction is preferred but
we are willing to train the right uncertified candidate.
Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, longevity pay, and sick leave. State retirement
is included. Hours of employment have flexible scheduling and rotating shift work. If you would
like to join a proactive law enforcement agency that won’t make you work every weekend and
holiday, we encourage you to send a resume with an application to Sheriff Waldner at
Waldner@edmundssheriff.com or Jensen@edmundssheriff.com. Hard Copies can be mailed to
PO BOX 303 Ipswich, SD 57451
For information about the position, you can reach Sheriff Waldner or Chief Deputy Couchey by
phone at 605-426-6262. Email questions to Sheriff Waldner at waldner@edmundssheriff.com
or Chief Deputy Couchey at couchey@edmundssheriff.com. Applications may be picked up at
the Sheriff’s office or available online at Edmunds.sdcounties.org . Application period closes
when filled.