The Lieutenant Governor of South Dakota is the second-highest executive official in the state, serving directly under the Governor of South Dakota. This position is responsible for supporting the governor in various duties and may assume the governor's responsibilities if the governor is unable to serve. The lieutenant governor also plays a role in legislative matters and may represent the state at official functions. Elected alongside the governor, the lieutenant governor serves a four-year term and can be re-elected. The officeholder often engages in community outreach and works on specific initiatives, contributing to the overall governance of the state.