Deputy Sheriff (Experienced, Certified, or Academy Applicants Only)

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Deputy Sheriff (Experienced, Certified, or Academy Applicants Only)

Salary

$32.53 - $41.57 Hourly

Location

Waukesha, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

DeputySheriff 12.22.22

Department

Sheriff's Department

Opening Date

01/08/2024

Description

Waukesha County is accepting applications on a continuous basis from experienced law enforcement applicants, certified law enforcement applicants, and individuals currently attending a law enforcement academy.  

Waukesha County is a great place to work! We offer generous benefits such as excellent health-dental-vision-life insurance, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, ample vacation time, training courses, career advancement, and an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health.

Click on the link below to learn more about the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department and becoming a Deputy Sheriff. 

Becoming a Deputy

Pay
The 2023 starting pay rate for candidates with no experience is at least $32.53/hr. (2024 wage rages are pending ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement).  Starting pay for those hired with experience will be determined based on experience.

Lateral Transfer Benefits
Newly hired deputies who have at least three years of full-time experience as a certified law enforcement officer within the 48 months prior to hire are afforded a higher starting wage, up to 10 days of vacation and 40 hours of paid sick time during the first year of employment.  After the first year of employment, deputies hired with lateral transfer benefits accrue vacation time in accordance with the County's vacation schedule, based on their total number of years of experience as a full-time certified law enforcement officer.  

The details of the lateral program can be found on page 16 of the Waukesha Deputy Sheriff's Labor Union 2020-2023 collective bargaining agreement.

Example of Duties

Under supervision, to enforce federal, state, and County laws and ordinances consistent with policies, procedures, rules, regulations and other communications of the Department.  Patrols County roads and highways to ensure the peace and safety; maintains order and security in courtrooms and County facilities; serves civil process and warrants, and performs other duties as required.  
 
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 

  1. Ensures the peace and safety of the public through enforcement of laws, ordinances and Department policies.
  2. Patrols roads and highways in Waukesha County.  
  3. Attends court as a bailiff and preserves peace and order in courtrooms; responds to safety and security situations within County facilities as requested.  
  4. Responds to complaints and conducts thorough investigations including, but not limited to, felony, misdemeanor, accident and ordinance violations.  
  5. Issues citations, properly collects evidence, completes appropriate paperwork and reports, and makes arrests where appropriate. 
  6. Delivers and serves civil process papers and warrants on individuals, including transporting individuals to court or jail as directed by the warrant.  
  7. Provides assistance during special events including traffic direction and crowd control; ensures public safety.  
  8. Renders first aid when necessary.  
  9. Transports persons in custody to and from institutions or court and takes appropriate security measures to ensure custody.  
  10. Responds to emergency situations and assists in providing security and search and rescue operations; makes appropriate notification to persons and agencies required to respond to given emergency situations.  
  11. Uses appropriate levels of force to capture, control and detain individuals.   
  12. Maintains a variety of records and prepares clear and concise reports.  
  13. Appears in court as a witness and testifies concerning law enforcement actions and investigations.  
  14. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, law enforcement agencies, court and other government officials, medical professionals and the general public.  
  15. Represents the Department and makes presentations to school and community groups on law enforcement activities including crime prevention, safety, security and Department services.  
  16. Ensures truthfulness at all times and provides credible testimony.
  17. Maintains a level of fitness to pass the Department’s annual Physical Ability Test (PAT) which simulates important physical abilities necessary to perform the duties of a Deputy Sheriff (applicable to individuals hired on or after January 1, 2008).
  18. Performs other duties as necessary.  
QUALIFICATIONS
 
Essential Knowledge and Abilities
 
  1. Considerable knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and practices.   
  2. Considerable knowledge of federal, state and County laws and regulations.  
  3. Considerable knowledge of courtroom policies, procedures and processes.  
  4. Considerable knowledge of statutory provisions relating to arrest, search and seizure, and methods employed in the detection and apprehension of criminals and traffic offenders.  
  5. Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices.  
  6. Working knowledge of the basic principles of first aid.  
  7. Ability to learn and effectively apply principles, techniques, methods and practices, and properly use law enforcement equipment.  
  8. Ability to read, understand and abide by department policies, procedures and orders.
  9. Ability to effectively communicate, understand and follow written and oral instructions.  
  10. Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations and handle difficult and complex situations within established legal and procedural guidelines.   
  11. Ability to learn and effectively apply emergency first aid practices and procedures.  
  12. Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment.  
  13. Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear and concise reports.  
  14. Ability to competently and credibly testify in court.
  15. Ability to lawfully operate designated motor vehicles at all times that duties are performed.
  16. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, law enforcement agencies, court and other government officials, medical professionals and the general public. 
  17. Ability to use computer and electronic equipment for Department paperwork, investigations, and reports.  
  18. Ability to geographically coordinate a location and travel to another location safely and in the most expeditious way possible.  
  19. Ability to effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyles.

Minimum Qualifications

An initial application screen is conducted by Human Resources. Those meeting the minimum requirements are referred to the Sheriff's Department for further evaluation.  The minimum requirements are:

  1. At least 18-years of age.
  2. United States citizen.
  3. High school diploma or GED.
  4. Sixty (60) semester credits of post high school education (associate degree level or higher) from an accredited university, college, or technical school, preferably in criminal justice, police science, business or public administration, or the social sciences.  Note: Sixty (60) credits may be waived for individuals with training (e.g. military training) or experience that has been approved by the American Council on Education (ACE).  For information on how to request a waiver, visit https://wilenet.widoj.gov. From the home page, click on the Training and Standards menu and then Officer Training, Employment, and Reciprocity link.
  5. Ability to possess a firearm.
  6. No felony convictions.
  7. Valid driver's license.
  8. Law enforcement experience, eligible for certification as a law enforcement professional in the State of Wisconsin (this means you graduated from a law enforcement academy), or individuals currently attending a law enforcement academy.  
In addition to the above, candidates must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job functions as listed in the Deputy Sheriff ADA Essential Functions Worksheet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supplemental Information

  • In general, the selection process includes an application review, employment interview, background investigation, physical ability testing, polygraph examination (potential topics may include drug use, illegal activities, thefts, job performance/employment, driving habits, life history, integrity, etc.), psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug test.
  • Candidates best meeting the qualifications and requirements of a Deputy Sheriff position, as determined by the Department, may be invited to participate in other hiring activities.
  • For more information about Wisconsin law enforcement professional standards, visit https://wilenet.widoj.gov 
  • To learn more about Waukesha County's Deputy Physical Ability Test download the candidate preparation guide here: https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/globalassets/sheriff/news-releases/100417-fit-for-duty-guide.pdf
  • Most communication regarding this recruitment will be conducted via email.  Consider adding the info@governmentjobs.com address to your contacts to ensure you do not miss out on emails. 

Waukesha County's pay plans, group insurance programs, and other benefit policies comprise a package that is highly competitive and satisfies the needs of its employees. This is intended to give only a brief summary of the employee benefit package. Additional information will be provided at the time of hire. Benefits for part-time positions are pro-rated.

Represented employees should refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Plan
Deputy Sheriff's wages are negotiated with the Waukesha Deputy Sheriff’s Labor Union and contain 7 steps. Employees in steps 1 and 2 are eligible for a merit (step) increase every 6 months with acceptable performance; thereafter, employees must work 12 months in each step before becoming eligible for a merit (step) increase with acceptable performance. Employees normally begin at the first step in their salary range, but depending on an individual's qualifications and other factors, employees may start at a higher step.

Work Schedule
The normal work schedule for a Deputy Sheriff shall be four (4) days on and two (2) days off and then five (5) days on and two (2) days off, on a rotating schedule. Eight (8) hours and fifteen (15) minutes shall constitute a normal workday. Forty-one hours and fifteen minutes (41-1/4 hours) shall constitute a normal workweek.

Health Insurance
High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account (HSA). Coverage begins on the first day of the month following date of hire. Dependent upon participation in a health risk assessment, employees may be eligible for an employer contribution to their Health Savings Account. 

Waukesha Employee Health & Wellness Center
Employees of Waukesha County and their dependents (ages 2+) who are enrolled in health insurance have access to an onsite medical clinic operated by Everside Health.  The clinic is located at 615 W. Moreland Blvd in Waukesha.  Patient confidentiality is of the utmost importance as all staff are employees of Everside Health.  Providers of the clinic include a Board-Certified Physician, three Physician Assistants, one Physical Therapist, and one Health Coach.

The clinic is open Monday - Friday and has early morning to evening appointment times.  Patients should be able to schedule same day or next day appointments for service.  Services available include: health coaching, preventative/wellness care, non-preventative (illness/injury visits), immunizations, lab work, disease management, physical therapy, medication dispensing, and work-related injuries.

Office Visit Fees                                     Cost
Preventative Care                                    Free
Non-Preventative Care                            $28.00 per visit (After Deductible Met Copay is $0)
Physical Therapy                                     $28.00 per visit (After Deductible Met Copay is $0)
Medication                                               No separate charge
Medication Refill Appointments               No Cost
Health Coaching                                      No Cost
Office visit fees are applied towards health plan deductible and out-of-pocket maximums.


Employee Wellness Activities, Program and Fitness Center
24/7 access to a wealth of health tools and information on the wellness portal. On-going education programs, fitness challenges and classes. On-site fitness center.  

Health Care Flexible Spending Account
This plan allows you to make pre-tax payroll contributions to use for the reimbursement of qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses. The 2024 contribution limit is $3,050. This benefit is not available for employees enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan. Coverage begins on the first day of the month following date of hire.

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
This plan allows you to make pre-taxed payroll contributions to use for reimbursement of your dependent care expenses.  The IRS allows you to contribute up to $5,000 per year from your paycheck for child and/or elder care. Coverage begins on the first day of the month following date of hire.

Dental Insurance
Waukesha County offers you a choice of two dental insurance plans. Coverage begins on the first day of the month following date of hire.

Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first day of the month following date of hire.

Premium Option Plan
Employees are automatically enrolled in this pre-tax option.  This plan allows you to pay your share of the health, dental, and vision insurance premiums on a pre-tax basis.  This means you pay less state, federal, and FICA taxes, thus saving you money.  You can elect to pay on a post- tax basis if you prefer.

Vacation
During the first calendar year and for each succeeding year through the sixth (6th) year of continuous employment, an employee can earn one (1) day of vacation for each month of employment with a maximum of ten (10) days. Individuals hired with at least 3-years of full-time law enforcement experience will be placed in the vacation earning schedule based on years of service as a full-time law enforcement professional.  

Holidays
Employees are eligible for eleven (11) paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve Day, and Two (2) Floating Holidays that are earned on February 1 and June 1 of each year.

Sick Leave
Employees earn one (1) day of paid sick leave for each month of employment to a maximum of one hundred twenty (120) days. After serving six (6) months of employment, employees are eligible for sick leave benefits retroactive to the date of hire.

Life Insurance
Automatic coverage at no cost to employee. Coverage is effective first of the month following six months of employment. Coverage upon hire is one times annual salary and then transitions to two times prior year gross salary after at least one full calendar year of employment is completed.

Voluntary Worksite Benefits
Waukesha County offers supportive voluntary benefit options for Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. These benefits help pay for unexpected medical costs and other expenses. Each offering is ala carte so you can select the plan that is right for you and your family. Monthly payroll deductions for the Voluntary Supportive benefits are only offered as after-tax deductions, so any benefits received under these plans are tax-free.

Accident CoverageCritical IllnessHospital Indemnity
  • Off the job coverage
  • Pays benefits directly to you when an accidental injury happens, and medical attention is needed
  • Covers many types of injuries, from simple ones like lacerations needing stitches, to complex injuries from serious accidents that require hospitalization
  • Pays extra benefits if kids are injured in an organized sporting event, like school or club sports Includes life insurance covering an accidental death
  • $50 Annual Health Maintenance Screening benefit for EACH covered family member
  • Pays benefits directly to you to help with unexpected expenses or lost income resulting from the diagnosis of a covered Critical Illness; the diagnosis must occur while you are covered under the group policy.
  • You choose a lump sum benefit of $10,000, $20,000 or $30,000 Automatically covers your children with no extra charge
  • Covered illnesses include: Heart Attack, Stroke, Cancer, Major Organ Failure, Coma, Paralysis, MS, ALS, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and more
  • Specified Childhood Illnesses also included
  • $50 Annual Health Maintenance Screening Benefit for EACH covered family member
  • Pays benefits directly to you to spend as needed, when you or a covered family member is hospitalized
  • Pays a benefit of $1000 upon admission, plus daily benefits for injuries or illnesses, and includes hospitalization due to pregnancy and childbirth
  • No pre-existing condition limitation!
  • Premium waived if you’re hospitalized more than 30 days
  • $50 Annual Health Maintenance Screening Benefit for EACH covered family member


Dependent Life Insurance
You may choose to elect dependent life insurance for your spouse and/or eligible dependents. Employees pay the full premium cost for dependent life insurance. Coverage will begin the first of the month following six (6) months of employment.

Voluntary Term Life Insurance
You may choose to purchase additional supplemental term life insurance. Employees pay the full premium cost for supplemental term life insurance. Coverage will begin the first of the month following six (6) months of employment.

Wisconsin Retirement System - Pension Plan
As a full-time employee, you will automatically be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System.  This pension is administered by the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds.

You will be required to pay the employee’s share of contributions to the fund, while Waukesha County contributes the employer’s share. Employees are vested in their portion of contributions immediately and after five years of creditable service for the employer contribution.

Deferred Compensation
Waukesha County offers access to a 457 Deferred Compensation program that allows you to save and invest for retirement through payroll deduction.  This completely employee funded.  Participation is voluntary and employees can enroll at any time.  Employees may contribute on a pre-tax or Roth basis.

Payroll Roth IRA
Waukesha County offers access to a payroll Roth IRA that allows you to save and invest for retirement through payroll deduction.  This completely employee funded.  Participation is voluntary and employees can enroll at any time.

Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan
This is a benefit funded by Waukesha County. Waukesha County will contribute up to $400 for Waukesha Deputy Sheriff’s Labor Union represented employees per year into an employee’s RHS account. Funds are available to the participant following separation of employment and can be used for reimbursement of qualified medical expenses or qualified insurance premium payments that occur post-employment. Contributions for employees represented by the Waukesha Deputy Sheriff’s Labor Union will begin the first of the month after twelve (12) months of employment with Waukesha County).

Social Security
During your working years, you regularly contribute a certain percentage of your income toward Social Security.  Waukesha County matches your contribution, dollar for dollar.

Electronic Direct Deposit Program
Employees will be required to have their paychecks electronically deposited into the financial institution and account of their choice.  Participants will receive a statement of earnings each payday as opposed to a payroll check.

Worker’s Compensation
As an employee of Waukesha County, you are protected under the Worker’s Compensation Act, which provides for hospital, medical, surgical care, and income loss payments for work-related injuries and illnesses.

Jury Duty & Witness Service
In the event you are subpoenaed for jury duty or subpoenaed to serve as a witness in connection with an incident occurring while at work, you will be eligible for paid leave.

Funeral Leave
In the event of a death in your immediate family, you will be allowed up to twenty-four (24) hours of leave with pay to attend the funeral. 

Employee Assistance Program
Waukesha County offers access to a free confidential Employee Assistance Program for all employees and members of their household. The program provides a helping hand with such problems as stress, family & relationship concerns, alcohol or drug dependency, workplace conflicts, work life balance, depression and anxiety, parenting concerns, grief or loss, crisis situations, child or elder care resources, and convenience resources. Participants can receive up to eight (8) visits in person or telephonically with an EAP Provider per clinical issue per 12 months at no cost. Employees in the Sheriff’s Department also have access to a dedicated law enforcement counselor for services. Visits used through the dedicated counselor do not count towards the eight (8) sessions with a counselor under the Employee Assistance Program benefit. 

Tuition Assistance Program
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees who have passed a 6-month employment period are eligible for this program.  The County will reimburse 75% of eligible educational costs up to $400 per semester (up to $800 per calendar year).  Courses must be job-related and of direct benefit to the County or in a designated program to qualify.

Employee Discount Programs
Waukesha County offers discounts on Dell products, cellular service through U.S. Cellular, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, and discounted rates on Microsoft 365 through Microsoft Home Use Program.

Student Loan Forgiveness
Employees may qualify to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Special Programs - MyFedLoan).

01
Are you currently attending or have you graduated from a Wisconsin certified law enforcement/police (not corrections) academy?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you currently certifiable (meaning you graduated from a police academy) as a sworn law enforcement officer in the state of Wisconsin but are not currently employed as a sworn law enforcement officer?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Where and when did you graduate from a Wisconsin law enforcement academy? If you are still an academy student, what school are you attending and when will you graduate? If not applicable, write N/A.
04
Are you currently employed or have you ever been employed as a sworn police officer with a Wisconsin law enforcement agency?
  • Yes
  • No
05
If you answered yes to question #4, please indicate the name of the Wisconsin agency and dates of employment.
06
Are you currently employed as a sworn police officer with a law enforcement agency outside the state of Wisconsin?
  • Yes
  • No
07
If you answered yes to question #6, please indicate the name of the out-of-state agency and dates of employment.
08
If you answered yes to question #6 when are you scheduled to take the Wisconsin reciprocity exam? (Information must be provided to receive consideration.) If you have not applied for reciprocity you may download the application form at WILENET.org
09
Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Are you a citizen of the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Do you have a college degree or 60-college credits from an accredited university, college or technical school?
  • Yes
  • No
13
If you responded 'no' to the previous question, when do you anticipate you will achieve at least 60 college credits from an accredited university, college or technical school? (Priority for consideration will be based on the date 60 credits are earned.)
14
Do you possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?
  • Yes
  • No
15
This position requires the ability to work overtime on occasion with little to no advance notice. Are you able to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
16
If hired as a Deputy you may be required to work all three shifts during your training period. Are you able to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
17
Once you've passed training, you will be assigned to work 1st shift, 2nd shift or 3rd shift. Are you agreeable to working any shift?
  • Yes
  • No
18
Has a law enforcement agency ever provided information to a prosecutor that questions your credibility as a witness (commonly referred to as a Brady letter)?
  • Yes
  • No
19
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
  • Yes
  • No
20
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence?
  • Yes
  • No
21
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime?
  • Yes
  • No
22
Are you prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a firearm?
  • Yes
  • No
23
Within the past five (5) years, have you been convicted (in state or municipal court) of possession or use of illegal drugs?
  • Yes
  • No
24
Explain the circumstances of any felony or misdemeanor convictions. Include dates and charges.
25
Within the past five (5) years, have you been convicted (in State or Municipal Court) of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated?
  • Yes
  • No
26
Do you have any criminal action pending against you?
  • Yes
  • No

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