Deputy Sheriff
Sauk County Sheriff's Office
Agency City
Baraboo
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Agency State
Wisconsin
The Sauk County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a current opening for the position of Patrol Deputy. Applicants must be WI LESB certifiable/certified or qualify for out of state or military law enforcement reciprocity. Sauk County offers diverse patrol areas which include the more populated eastern part of the county (Lake Delton/Wisconsin Dells areas, Baraboo, and Sauk Prairie areas) and the more rural western part of the county (La Valle and Spring Green). The Sheriff's Office offers deputies the opportunity to serve on special teams, as instructors, training officers, and other career development pathways. Additional Information on Salary & Shift Schedules: Salary is $29.23 (hiring) to $36.32 (top pay - 8 years of service). Candidates with prior law enforcement experience may start above hiring rate depending on prior years of service (lateral transfer for salary and vacation accrual). We are in the first year of a three-year Union contract which provides a 6% wage increase in January of 2025 and 2026. • Patrol deputies work a 2 on - 2 off, 3 on - 2 off, 2 on - 3 off rotating schedule working 12-hour shifts. this results in a 3-day weekend off (Friday - Sunday) every other week.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
The purpose of the Deputy Sheriff- Patrol is the prevention and detection of crime, enforcement of state laws and local ordinances, to investigate criminal activity, serve or execute writs, precepts, and orders issued by lawful authority for the Sauk County Sheriff’s Office. Essential Duties include- Perform scheduled patrol of assigned area by monitoring traffic, issuing traffic citations/warnings, evaluating hazards and reporting incidents to appropriate agency and personnel. Review daily briefing information, and brief the oncoming shift Patrol Deputies on activities. Respond to traffic collisions, rollovers, and reported hazards, clear road hazards, gather information from participants and witnesses at scene regarding incidents, and assists emergency medical and rescue personnel with injured persons and victim extrication. Respond to citizen complaints by evaluating situations and gathering information from participants and witnesses, then may detain and/or arrest suspects/participants and transport them to the appropriate agency. Prepare incident and accident reports. Conduct initial criminal and traffic investigations, and alter patrol route to provide follow-up investigation of criminal activity in assigned area. Serve warrants, summons, court orders, and other civil process documents to County citizens.
Lateral Transfer Program Details:
Candidates with prior law enforcement experience may start above the hiring rate depending on prior years of service. Prior years of comparable experience are recognized and newly hired deputies can be placed on our pay scale and accrue vacation hours based on prior years of experience. Prior service does not count toward agency seniority.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
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 driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- 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 Age18
- WI LESB Certified or Certifiable (must have completed WI Basic LE Academy or qualify for reciprocity)
Education Requirements:
Applicants who qualify for WI LESB reciprocity due to current or prior out-of-state or military law enforcement experience are also encouraged to apply.
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Psychological Examination
- Residency Required
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
1300 Lange Court
Baraboo, WI 53913
United States