(KLZA)--The Pawnee County  Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Sheriff.

Sheriff Braden Lang informed the Pawnee City Council Monday night that Deputy Josh Townsend  has resigned, leaving just the Sheriff and Deputy Brad Willey as certified law enforcement officers in department.

Former Sheriff Jayme Reed has volunteered to work up to three days a week until additional certified personnel are hired.

Sarah Glass continues to work but has not yet been certified.

Those interested in applying must be 21 years of age at the time of employment, have a high school diploma or equivalent and have no felony  or serious misdemeanor convictions.  

Non-certified applicants must be able meet the minimum standards for entrance to the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center. All applicants must pass a background check. 

For more information you can contact the Pawnee County Sheriff's Office.