The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Serves as patrol deputy on an assigned shift. Responds to and conducts felony, misdemeanor, accident and ordinance investigations; making arrest and issuing citations where appropriate. Provides effective delivery of law enforcement services for his/her assigned area. Provides emergency medical aid and fire department assistance. Ensures accurate preparation and timely submission of all reports for incidents and investigations. Collect and preserve evidence in accordance with prescribed procedures. Provide clear and accurate court testimony. Attend all required training and maintain technical equipment certifications. Exhibit acceptable skill levels in the operation and care of department vehicles and equipment, in both emergency and non-emergency situations. Exhibit an acceptable skill level in the use and care of firearms. Exhibit an acceptable level of mental and physical conditioning to meet the demand of potentially stressful, hazardous and dangerous situations. When unsupervised, perform independently under emergency conditions, analyzing situations rapidly and objectively to attain a fair and impartial resolution while remaining courteous and tactful, if possible. Completes special projects and assignments when requested. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Possession of High School Diploma / GED Valid driver's license or other valid operator's permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Free from any physical, emotional or mental conditions, which might adversely affect performance of duties as a law enforcement office. No more than a 20 decibel hearing loss; or hearing loss correctable to 20 decibels or less; in either ear at 1000, 2000, 3000 and 4000 hertz. Minimum uncorrected vision of 20/100 in each eye. Vision must be correctable to 20/20. Weak eye corrected vision can be 20/30, with binocular vision of 20/20. Minimum 60 college credits with a preference for Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Law Enforcement Standards Board Basic Law Enforcement Certification / Certifiable / or currently enrolled in a Law Enforcement Recruit Academy Previous experience in law enforcement or a related field preferred In evaluating candidates for this position, the County may consider criminal history, a combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Supplemental Information:
The current schedule is rotating 12-hour shifts with four days on, then four days off. The union contract and MOU of the lateral transfer program can be found at : https://www.fdlco.wi.gov/departments/departments-f-m/human-resources/pay-plans.