Eligible for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
Minimum of 60 college credits beyond high school diploma
Must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 21 years old
Valid driving license with a clean record
No felony or domestic abuse convictions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and technologies
Responsibilities
Monitor assigned patrol area; take necessary enforcement action
Self-initiate activity when not assigned tasks
Respond and act appropriately to specific assignments
Document actions and comply with reporting requirements
Communicate information about activities and observations
Learn and apply general law enforcement skills
Benefits
Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
Access to free employee health clinic and Teladoc services
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
State of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program
Bonus opportunities
Access to employee fitness room and wellness program
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
Full Job Description
Deputy Sheriff-Patrol Full-Time Position Pay Range: $34.40/hour - $43.08/hour
POSITION SUMMARY: The Deputy Sheriff - Patrol performs general law enforcement patrol duties to include but not limited to: response to incidents, traffic control, routine patrol, investigation of crimes, and related activities. This is a generalist position that emphasizes the application of modern law enforcement methods and general law enforcement duties. This individual will exercise a good deal of discretion and independence while performing a variety of law enforcement duties and tasks.
LATERAL TRANSFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor activity within assigned patrol area, taking necessary enforcement or assistance action as appropriate to specific incidents that occur
Self-initiate appropriate activity when not involved with assigned tasks
Respond to and take appropriate action when given specific assignments
Properly document actions and follow applicable reporting and administrative requirements
Promptly and appropriately communicate information concerning activities and observations
Learn, develop, and appropriately apply general law enforcement skills
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Must be eligible for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
Minimum of 60 college credits in addition to high school diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizen; minimum age - 21
Valid driver's license with good driving record
Ability to possess a firearm
No Felony convictions; No Domestic Abuse convictions
Good verbal and written skills
Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
Clear and concise speech
Ability to perform essential job functions of this position
Attained certification as a "law enforcement officer" by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board or currently enrolled in the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Recruit Academy program
Full-time sworn deputies of the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office must reside within Ozaukee County or counties adjacent to Ozaukee County. These counties include Sheboygan, Washington, Milwaukee, and Waukesha. Must move within the boundary of Ozaukee County within six months of completing probation; probation is one year
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to possess a firearm, no felony convictions, no domestic abuse convictions
React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
Ability and willingness to assume responsibility
General knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, methods, and practices
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and follow through on an appropriate course of action
Demonstrate initiative
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, other law enforcement officials, and the public
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The Deputy Sheriff - Patrol works almost exclusively from a squad vehicle and is subject to all weather.
This is a uniformed position.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Qualified candidates will be invited to test using the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST). Study materials may be found at www.applytoserve.com/study
The exam will be given at Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office, 1201 S Spring St, Port Washington, WI 53074
Approximate test length is 2 hours. Cell phones must be placed on silent during exam
Successful candidates will be invited to interview for immediate openings and ongoing hiring list
Candidates must be of good character as determined by an extensive pre-employment investigation and are required to pass physical and psychological evaluations and drug screening
Ozaukee County offers a generous benefits package including: health, dental, life, & vision insurance; free employee health clinic & Teladoc; paid holidays, vacation, & sick time; state of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program; bonus opportunities; employee fitness room; wellness program & wellness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities; and more! Please note some that benefits offered are dependent on full-time/part-time status.
