Sergeant - Criminal Investigations Leader & Mentor

Sheboygan County; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office is seeking an experienced law enforcement professional to lead the Criminal Investigations Division as Sergeant – CID. This role blends hands-on investigations with leadership, supervision, and operations management within the CID.

The Sergeant – CID collaborates with detectives on complex cases, mentors personnel, and acts as a resource during high‑risk incidents. The position also oversees Court Services/Civil Process and MEG Unit programming when required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year Associate degree in Criminal Justice or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience.
• Minimum three years of experience at the rank of Detective/Sergeant or above.
• Demonstrated investigative knowledge and sound decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively supervise, coach, and develop personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Ability to interact with the District Attorney’s Office, media, other law enforcement agencies, and the public.
• Ability to remain composed and provide leadership during stressful, complex, and high-risk situations.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, accountability, and strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and coordinate criminal investigations, including interviews, search warrants, evidence collection, arrests, and case preparation.
• Take charge of crime scenes and coordinate the identification, preservation, collection, and processing of evidence.
• Supervise investigative activities and provide guidance, direction, and constructive review to detectives.
• Review reports and investigative work to promote thorough, accurate, and professional case preparation.
• Coordinate witnesses, suspects, investigative resources, and follow-up activities during complex cases.
• Work closely with the District Attorney’s Office, other law enforcement agencies, County departments, and community partners.
• Testify in court and ensure investigative documentation supports successful case review and prosecution.
• Conduct or oversee specialized investigations, including employee misconduct investigations when assigned.
• Assist with scheduling, assignments, performance evaluations, disciplinary matters, training, and other supervisory responsibilities.
• Serve as Officer in Charge during assigned high-risk incidents, including SWAT responses, natural disasters, hazardous-material incidents, and other critical events.
• Assist with Court Services/Civil Process and other Sheriff’s Office operations as needed.
• Support the Lieutenant – CID with division operations, budgeting, planning, and administration.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Education

Associate degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Job description

Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office is seeking an experienced law enforcement professional to lead the Criminal Investigations Division as Sergeant – CID. This role blends hands-on investigations with leadership, supervision, and operations management within the CID.

The Sergeant – CID collaborates with detectives on complex cases, mentors personnel, and acts as a resource during high‑risk incidents. The position also oversees Court Services/Civil Process and MEG Unit programming when required.