Patrol Officer - Part Time Position

Outagamie County Sheriff's Office; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Outagamie County's Sheriff's Department is hiring Part Time Patrol Officers to secure the Appleton International Airport, Courts, and the Outagamie County Administration Building. The PT – Patrol Officer also transports inmates between the jail and other facilities, supporting courthouse operations and public safety.

The position emphasizes professional conduct, confidentiality, and the ability to respond to disturbances, conduct investigations, and testify in court.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 60 post–high school credits or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license; firearms qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to disturbances and assist at the airport, courts, and county buildings; determine if law enforcement action is needed.
• Provide security to assigned areas and maintain knowledge of locations and activities.
• Transport inmates between jail and courts; address medical issues as needed.
• Prepare detailed reports and testify in court when required.
• Maintain attendance and willingness to work overtime.

Skills

Leadership in public crises

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 post high school credits

Tools

Firearms proficiency

Operates patrol vehicles

Job description

Outagamie County Sheriff's Department is hiring Part Time Patrol Officers!

Under general supervision of the Patrol Captain the PT – Patrol Officer provides security to the Appleton International Airport, Courts and Outagamie County Administration Building. The PT – Patrol Officer transports inmates from the jail and other institutions.

\"I have never been treated better in law enforcement than the Sheriff's Office treats me. Professional, positive, supportive.\" -Dennis

This position is non-benefit eligibleThe following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Responds to assist citizens and disturbances at the Appleton International Airport, Courts, and Outagamie County Administration Building. This may include interviewing people, assessing if the situation needs further law enforcement intervention and making arrests when appropriate.
• Provides security to an assigned area, familiarizing self with citizens, offices, and standard activities, responding as appropriate.
• Conducts transports for jail inmates addressing medical issues and court.
• Disperses and addresses public concerns at public gatherings.
• Gain knowledge and awareness of locations of the county buildings/facilities.
• Prepares detailed reports of arrests and investigations according to department policy.
• Appears as witness in court, providing clear and accurate testimony.
• Delivers and serves warrants on individuals, transporting persons to court or jail, as directed by warrant.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works extra hours as required.
• Graduate from high school or G.E.D.
• 60 post high school credits.
• Experience in law enforcement desired. Preference given to retired, certifiable officers.
• Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Wisconsin's driver's license required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be legally able to possess a firearm
• Post hire requirements may include successful completion of physical agility test; psychological test, post-offer physical evaluation and/or other tests to aid in determining fitness for employment.
• Ability to explain and enforce federal, state, and county laws, ordinances, and regulations. Must comply with appropriate safety regulations.
• Ability to meet department standards of physical condition.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in wide variety of public crises and maintain good composure and exercise good judgment, especially in emergency situations.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to remember facts and details accurately and to testify clearly and accurately in court.
• Must demonstrate skill in the use of patrol vehicles and police equipment such as firearms.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, county officials, municipal police departments, general public, etc.
• Budget time and schedule work to efficiently to complete tasks.
• Ability to effectively use professional language and diplomacy with co-workers, the general public, and others.
• Ability to run, walk, stoop, climb, bend, stretch; push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.