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Sergeant - Jail Division

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

Agency City
Jefferson
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

The Jail Sergeant plays a critical role in supervising staff, ensuring facility security, and maintaining the safety and well-being of both staff and inmates within the Jefferson County Jail. The Jail Sergeant will serve as a frontline supervisor responsible for overseeing the daily activities of jail deputies, assigning tasks, and ensuring that all facility protocols are strictly followed. The Jail Sergeants play an essential role in training and mentoring staff, promoting professional development, and maintaining high standards of discipline and professionalism.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$42.68
-
Salary Maximum
$50.38
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays
10

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
  • Driver's license
  • Good driving record
  • Good physical condition
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
  • No domestic abuse convictions
  • No felony convictions
  • Previous experience
  • React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
  • Supervisory/Management Experience
  • U.S. citizen
  • Vision correctable to 20/20
Other Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5 years full-time experience in a county jail or other correctional facility
  • Holds certification as a State of Wisconsin Jail Officer

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
High school diploma
Additional Education Information
Credit towards years of service if have acquired a degree
- 9 months credit with Associate Degree
-18 months credit with Bachelor Degree
-24 months credit with Master Degree

Notes:

Notes
  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening
  • Medical Examination
  • Oral Interviews
  • Psychological Examination
Affirmative Action (AA)
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

How to Apply:

Link to Application
Click Here to Apply

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Matthew Kanters
Application Contact Title
Captain
Application Contact Agency
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Application Contact Address

411 S. Center Ave
Jefferson , WI 53549
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(920) 674-7312
Email
Application Contact Email
matthewk@jeffersoncountywi.gov
Website
Application Contact Website

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
Agency Application

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