Pennington County operates the Sheriff’s Office in Rapid City, South Dakota. The office provides countywide law enforcement services and administrative functions related to public safety. Its headquarters is located at the Public Safety Building on Kansas City Street in Rapid City.
The Sheriff’s Office includes several operational divisions that handle different responsibilities. These divisions include patrol services, investigations, civil process, warrants, courthouse security, and inmate transportation. The patrol division responds to calls for service across the county and maintains a law enforcement presence in multiple communities. Satellite offices support coverage in locations such as Hill City, Keystone, New Underwood, and Wall.
The agency also manages the county jail and works with other county departments connected to public safety and justice functions. Additional responsibilities include serving legal documents, executing court orders, and assisting with investigative work. The office operates programs and administrative services that support law enforcement activity and coordination with courts and other public agencies within Pennington County.
