Sheriff's Deputy

Polk County (WI); Town of Balsam Lake (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lateral transfer pay available

Job summary

Polk County (WI) is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to enforce laws, respond to emergencies, and protect residents. Duties include school presence, civil process service, court security, and recreational patrols. Candidates must meet Wisconsin LE certification requirements and be prepared for rigorous training and certifications.

The role emphasizes community safety, integrity, and teamwork, with opportunities to work across divisions and support departments within Polk County.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 60 college credits or an Associate degree in LE or related field preferred.
• Current Wisconsin LE cert or eligible for Wisconsin certification.
• Ability to complete LE training and certification.
• LESB certification prior to Feb 1, 1993 acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Respond to school incidents and maintain presence in schools.
• Serve legal documents and pursue personal service leads.
• Maintain equipment and enforce recreational laws.
• Provide court security and coordinate transportation.
• Assist with court-related tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Integrity

Accountability

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Judgement & decision making

Stress tolerance

Self-management

Communication

Technology use

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits or an Associate degree in Law Enforcement or related field

Wisconsin LESB certification or eligible to become certified

Ability to complete certification training

Alternative LESB certification prior to 1993

Knowledge of county ordinances and laws

Knowledge of civil process laws

Job description

1. Law Enforcement Operations

• Apply law enforcement practices to county ordinances, state and federal laws.
• Respond to emergencies safely and promptly.
• Prevent crime and protect property and persons.
• Control and regulate crime scenes and emergencies.
• Respond to calls for service and public concerns.
• Conduct criminal investigations and gather/preserve evidence.
• Arrest suspects and file reports.
• Testify competently in court.
• Enforce laws related to recreational activities.
• Enforce laws and ordinances specific to school property.

2. Public and Community Relations

• Communicate professionally and courteously at all times.
• Educate the public on safety issues through programs and presentations.
• Conduct youth and community programs.
• Maintain relationships with school staff, students, and administration.
• Provide instruction in schools on safety and prevention topics.
• Communicate effectively with other agencies and the public.

3. Emergency Response and Safety

• Render first aid and conduct rescue/recovery operations.
• Monitor and assist emergency service providers in dangerous situations.
• Respond to recreational emergencies (e.g., snowmobiles, boats, ATVs).
• Cooperate with other agencies in rescue and recovery efforts.

4. Documentation and Information Management

• Document incidents thoroughly and accurately.
• Receive, evaluate, prioritize, and disseminate information efficiently.
• Complete and file affidavits for civil processes.
• Maintain knowledge of department programs and refer inquiries appropriately.

5. Specialized Assignments

• School Resource Officer:Respond to school-related incidents, provide consultation, and maintain presence in schools.
• Civil Process Deputy: Serve legal documents, pursue leads for personal service, and file necessary paperwork.
• Recreational Patrol Deputy:Maintain equipment, enforce recreational laws, and assist parks department.
• Court Services Deputy:Provide court security, coordinate transportation, and assist with court-related tasks.

6. Professional Development and Teamwork

• Maintain LESB law enforcement certification.
• Attend training and staff development activities.
• Participate in staff meetings and team problem-solving.
• Provide backup during absences or peak workloads.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

7. Ethical Conduct and Confidentiality

• Maintain integrity and honesty.
• Adhere to confidentiality policies.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff and management.

Education/Experience/Knowledge:

• High school diploma or GED
• Sixty (60) fully accredited college credits or an Associate degree in Law Enforcement or
• Law Enforcement related field and, current certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Wisconsin or licensed or certified as a law enforcement officer in another state and eligible to become certified in Wisconsin preferred.
• Ability to complete training and become certified as a law enforcement officer.
• As an alternative to the post high school education requirements the Sheriff's Deputy must have non-lapsing LESB certification prior to February 1, 1993.
• Knowledge of county ordinances, state laws, standards of care and procedures commonly accepted as Law Enforcement standards.
• Knowledge of civil process laws and procedures and the ability to properly serve the same

Competency Requirements:

• Superior Customer Service and Community Focus
• Integrity/Honesty
• Accountability
• Organizational Capability
• Data Gathering and Analysis
• Judgement and Decision Making
• Stress Tolerance
• Self-Management
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Leveraging Technology

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

• Current Wisconsin Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Certification or licensed or certified as a law enforcement officer in another state, and be eligible for Wisconsin Certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license from state of Wisconsin.
• Must maintain LESB law enforcement certification

Deputy Sheriff hiring requirements:

• Must pass a law enforcement officer's background investigation.
• Must pass a standardized psychological screening for law enforcement officers.
• Must pass a standardized physical exam for law enforcement officers.
• Must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner sometimes at high speeds, often in inclement weather.
• Must have the ability to safely and effectively discharge handguns, shotguns and rifles sometimes under high stress situations in various conditions.
• Must have the ability to properly deploy various tools of force and restraint common to the Law Enforcement profession.
• Must be a resident of Wisconsin and reside within 15 miles of Polk County.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to:

• Verbal threats or assaults or physical assaults by suspects, arrested persons, inmates or intoxicated individuals.
• Intense levels of stressful activities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often exposed to:

• Harsh environmental conditions including extreme cold, wind, rain, snow and thunderstorms.

The noise level in the work environment is:

• Usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of patrol deputy, the employee is required to:

• Operate a motor vehicle for extended periods.
• Regularly stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.

The employee must frequently:

• Lift and/or move up to or more than 100 pounds.
• Use weapons or objects to defend him/herself and/or others.
• Use physical force to control, subdue or arrest combative individuals.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include:

• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

ADA Statement (Reasonable Accommodations)

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact Human Resources.

Lateral transfer pay available