The Fall River County Courthouse will be closed Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, January 21St.

Jailer/Correctional Officer: The Fall River County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for correctional officers. Ideal applicants are those with good moral character, in good physical condition and who are interested in serving their community as a member of the Fall River County Sheriff’s Office Team.  Correctional officers, upon hire, undergo on-the-job training to prepare them to supervise inmates.

Starting wage: $20.00/hour. Shifts are day, evening and overnight, and include weekends and holidays. Benefits include paid health, vision and dental insurance; vacation, sick and personal leave and South Dakota State Retirement.  Applicant must be at least 18 year of age with high school diploma or GED.  Must have a valid SD drivers license and have no felony convictions. Applicants must pass a complete background investigation, interview process, and a drug screening test.  No experience required. Females encouraged to apply.  Submit Law Enforcement Applications to the Sheriff’s Office, 906 N. River St., Hot Springs, SD. Position open until filled. Click here for full job description.

The Fall River County Courthouse will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st in observance of New Years Day.  Regular hours will resume on Thursday, January 2nd.  Happy New Year!

The Fall River County Courthouse will close at noon on Tuesday, December 24th, and remain closed through Wednesday December 25th in observance of Christmas. Regular hours will resume Thursday, December 26th.

The Fall River County Courthouse will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 28th & 29th, in observance of Thanksgiving. Regular hours will resume Monday, December 2nd. Update 11/27/2024: Courthouse will not open until Noon on Monday due to a waterline repair.