Deputy Sheriff

STARTING WAGE AND BENEFITS

• STARTING WAGE $30.21 (2027 starting wage $30.81)

• Shift differential for night shifts

• Wisconsin Retirement Fund

• Comprehensive County benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and deferred compensation

• Uniforms and gear provided

Additional Pay and Duty Opportunities

• Extra duty pay for Dual Certified (Jail and Law Enforcement), Humane Officer, Field Training Officer, WI DOJ Certified Instructor, Bilingual (Spanish), and SWAT Team Leader

• Several benefit time options: vacation, personal, holiday, comp time, and sick leave

• Special assignment opportunities available in Honor Guard, SWAT, Drug Investigator, ATV Patrol, Drone Pilot, and Crisis Negotiator

• Incentive pay for physical readiness

Reason for Announcement

Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy
Type of Opening
Full-Time

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities
This position includes traffic and criminal law enforcement, supervision of inmates, court services, and civil process. Applicants must be available to work a rotating 12-hour schedule, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays. This schedule allows for every other Friday-Saturday-Sunday off.

Lateral Transfer Program Details

Starting pay up to $34.66 depending on years of service (2027 starting pay up to $35.35)

Salary

Salary Minimum
$30.21
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications

Benefits

Benefits
Clothing Allowance
Deferred Compensation
Dental
Education Incentive Pay
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Longevity Pay
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation
Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays: 9
Other Benefits
Uniform and gear provided, including vest and firearm.
Shift differential for night shift
Personal Days
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flex Spending Account

Qualifications

Qualifications
Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
Ability to perform essential functions of this position
Ability to possess a firearm
Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Clear and concise speech
Driver's license
Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
Good verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
No domestic abuse convictions
No felony convictions
React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
U.S. citizen
Vision correctable to 20/20
Minimum Age: Minimum Age
21
Other Qualifications
Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certified or Certifiable (must have completed Wisconsin Basic LE Academy or qualify for reciprocity)

Education Requirements

Education Requirements
High school diploma
60 college credits / Associate's degree
Additional Education Information

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have 60 college credits and Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification, or qualify for out-of-state or military law enforcement reciprocity

Notes

Notes
Background Check
Drug Screening
Medical Examination
Oral Interviews
Psychological Examination
Vision Examination
Written Exam
Other Notes
Upon completion of probationary period, residency within 40 miles.
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)