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Deputy Sheriff - Patrol

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

Agency City
Jefferson
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

Each Patrol Deputy is assigned their own take home squad. Patrol Deputies that reside within Jefferson County start their shift from their residence, while those that live outside of the county and are within the approved distance from Jefferson County who are able to take their squad home, will start their shift at the county line at their designated shift start time. Deputies will perform routine patrol of assigned area(s). Monitor traffic, issue citations, evaluate hazards and report hazards to appropriate agency and personnel. Respond to citizen complaints, gather information from participants and witnesses. Detain and/or arrest suspects and transport to appropriate agency. Respond to traffic collisions, rollovers and report hazards. Gather information from participants and witnesses at scene and prepare reports. Assist emergency medical and rescue personnel with injured individuals and extrications. Prepare incident and accident reports. Assist with traffic and criminal investigations. Protect crime scenes. Prepares and testifies in court as summoned. Assists municipal, State and Federal emergency agency personnel within Jefferson County as needed. Performs other duties and assists other Sheriff's Office Divisions as requested.

Lateral Transfer Program Details:

Applicants with prior patrol experience may be compensated with pay and time off based upon prior patrol experience and certifications obtained.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$32.48
-
Salary Maximum
$39.93
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Other Benefits
  • Assigned Take Home Squad
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
  • 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
  • Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
  • No domestic abuse convictions
  • No felony convictions
  • React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
  • U.S. citizen

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
60 college credits / Associate's degree

Notes:

Notes
  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening
  • Medical Examination
  • Oral Interviews
  • Psychological Examination
  • Written Exam
Other Notes
  • Exemption from Written Exam - with 2 years of Patrol Experience
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:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Margo Gray
Application Contact Title
Administrative - 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) 674-7328
Email
Application Contact Email
margog@jeffersoncountywi.gov
Website
Application Contact Website

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
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