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Government Jobs in Watertown, SD, US
96 government jobs from 32 companies hiring in Watertown, SD, US.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (Winnipeg, MB, CA)
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
OnsitePart Time
Graduate of an approved LPN program; current Manitoba LPN registration; geriatric/long-term care experience preferred.
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Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist
Brookings or Huron
$24/hr OnsiteFull Time
Bachelor's degree in social sciences or related fields; experience in health care administration, finance, accounting, or insurance preferred; strong communication and organizational skills.
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Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist
Brookings or Huron
$24/hr OnsiteFull Time
Bachelor’s degree preferred in social science or related fields; experience in health care administration, finance, accounting, or insurance is acceptable.
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Education Support Professional - 0.9375 FTE at Challenge Center at Robert Frost
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States
$18/hr OnsitePart Time
1+ YOETwo years post-high school education or state test; at least 1 year experience helping students; ability to assist with daily living and lift up to 50 pounds.
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Nutrition And Food Service
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$16-$24/hr OnsitePart Time
Part-time food service role in hospital setting; customer service; sanitation knowledge.
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Engineering Tech Superintendent
Watertown, South Dakota, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Lead technical and supervisory duties for planning, design, mapping, surveying, permitting, locating of utility systems; SD One-Call coordination; OQ certification; PE preferred.
AutoCAD, GIS, GIS/mapping systems, Utility modeling software
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Deputy Sheriff
Watertown, South Dakota, United States
$30-$39/hr OnsiteFull Time
High School diploma or GED; able to obtain SD Law Enforcement Certification within 12 months; 21+ at appointment; valid SSN and valid SD driver’s license; strong communication and professional public interaction skills.
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Lunch and Recess Supervisor
Meadowlark, North Dakota, United States
$17/hr OnsitePart Time
Paraprofessional role supervising lunch/recess and supporting instruction.
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School Counselor
Hartford, South Dakota, United States
$55k-$68k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Middle school counseling role; full‑time position in Hartford, SD.
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Electrician - Water Division
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States
$30-$39/hr OnsiteFull Time
Journeyman electrician licensed in SD, valid Class B CDL with tanker/air brake endorsements; high school diploma or GED; City/State electrical licenses; ability to work with water purification/reclamation facilities.
Programmable Logic Controllers, Electrical Control Systems, Instrumentation, Blueprints
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Electric & Telcommunications Construction
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$25-$34/hr OnsiteFull Time
Experience in telecommunication and electrical construction; knowledge of electrical theory and safety; valid driver’s license; ability to operate construction equipment.
Cable and wire installation equipment, Telecommunication and electrical tools, Record management devices, Timekeeping and materials tracking software
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DSC Security Officer
Watertown, South Dakota, United States
OnsiteFull Time
High school diploma or GED; basic computer skills; physically fit; able to lift 40+ lbs; irregular hours; obtain gaming license.
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Supervisory Transportation Security Officer
Watertown, South Dakota, United States
$75k-$97k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Manage security screening operations; supervise staff; ensure compliance with TSA policies.
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Community Service Officer
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$26-$35/hr OnsiteFull Time
Associate degree preferred in law enforcement or related field; valid SD driver's license; First Aid/ CPR; Animal Control Officer I & II; ICC/AACE CCEO; US citizen; no sponsorship.
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Equipment Operator (Class A CDL required)
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$24/hr OnsiteFull Time
Operate medium to heavy equipment; valid South Dakota Class A CDL; perform manual labor; safety-focused; able to work overtime and with a team.
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Cook
Agency Village, South Dakota, United States
$16-$21/hr OnsiteFull Time
High school diploma or GED; state certification in Child and Adult Nutrition Services; understand Dakota culture; background checks; drug screening.
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IT Specialist (SYSADM/OS)
Phoenix, Arizona or Folsom, California or Loveland, Colorado or Watertown, South Dakota
$75k-$154k/yr OnsiteFull Time
IT specialist for installation, maintenance, and support of SCADA/EMS IT systems; requires U.S. citizenship and background review eligibility.
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Business License & Tax Manager
Flandreau, South Dakota, United States
$55k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field; taxation experience; ability to manage Tax Revenue Department; knowledge of statutes and budgeting; strong communication and relations skills.
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Part-Time Facility Worker
Madison, South Dakota, United States
$15/hr OnsitePart Time
Part-time facility worker; morning shift; 4:30am-8:00am; non-benefit eligible.
Cleaning equipment
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2026-27 Assistant MS Football Coach
Stagebarn, South Dakota, United States
OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Coaching position for middle school football; assists head coach with practice and game preparation.
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Campus Safety Officer - Southeast Technical College
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$28-$30/hr OnsiteFull Time
1+ YOEHigh school diploma or GED; 1 year relevant experience; South Dakota Law Enforcement Certification; valid driver's license; ability to pass background check; 21+; clear witness/court ability.
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Correctional Officer
Sisseton or Britton
$20/hr OnsiteFull Time, Part Time
No experience or college degree required; training provided; starting pay $20/hr; overtime opportunities; night shift differential; holidays pay
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Deputy Sheriff
Elk Point, South Dakota, United States
$27/hr OnsiteFull Time
Valid driver’s license; must be 21+; background check; rotate shifts; pay $26.50/hour; health benefits and retirement; single-coverage health insurance; family insurance contributions.
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Police Officer
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
OnsiteFull Time
High school graduate; 21+; SD Driver's License; SD Law Enforcement Certificate within 1 year; ongoing certifications; 2-year degree desired.
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2025-26 Special Education Aides
Harrisburg, South Dakota, United States
$20/hr OnsiteFull Time
0+ YOEHigh School Diploma or GED; no required experience; one year in a similar role preferred; excellent communication and computer skills; valid driver's license preferred.
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Wastewater Plant Specialist
Watertown or Hartford
$25-$40/hr OnsiteFull Time
2+ YOETwo years wastewater treatment experience; HS diploma or GED; Class II wastewater certification; CDL/Class B or able to obtain within one year; spraying certification or ability to obtain within one year; preferred BS/ENV science or engineering degree.
Laboratory equipment, Pumps, Hand and power tools, Detectors, Computers
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Deputy Public Defender
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$81k-$101k/yr OnsiteFull Time
0+ YOEJD or equivalent; SD bar admission or eligibility; 0-10 years experience; training provided.
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Deputy Sheriff
Milbank, South Dakota, United States
$29-$30/hr OnsiteFull Time
Full-time Deputy Sheriff; certification preferred; willing to obtain South Dakota Certification within 1 year; starting pay 28.75-29.90 per hour with benefits.
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Deputy/Senior Deputy State's Attorney
Canton, South Dakota, United States
$96k-$106k/yr OnsiteFull Time
6+ YOEJD from ABA-accredited school; SD bar admission or eligible to sit; Senior role requires 6+ years of relevant experience; felony caseload capability.
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Special Education Teachers - (ASD) - Fergus Falls, MN
Fergus Falls, Minnesota, United States
$54k-$87k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Licensed Minnesota Special Education Teacher preferred; Tier 3/4 in ASD; eligibility for Tier 1/2 or Out of Field considered; experience with K-12 students with behavioral challenges; collaborative, student-centered instruction.
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Dispatcher
Watertown, South Dakota, United States
OnsiteFull Time
High School Diploma; 18+; flexible shifts; good hearing and speaking voice; proficient typing; able to follow complex instructions.
CAD, computer terminals, NCIC, SDLETS, NLETS
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Highway Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance Technician
Freeman, South Dakota, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Inspects, maintains, and repairs county highway vehicles; coordinates outsourced repairs; ensures DOT compliance and records.
Basic computer, iPad, Repair tools
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Hiring companies
32
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56% new in 30d
Salary visibility
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Companies appearing in this market
State of South DakotaBrookings Health SystemCity of BrookingsCity of HartfordDakota Nation Gaming EnterpriseFlandreau Santee Sioux TribeSioux Falls School DistrictTiospa Zina Tribal School
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Onsite: 72