Price County is accepting applications for part-time opportunities and to create an eligibility list for the position of Deputy Sheriff. A Price County Deputy Sheriff performs all duties of a sworn law enforcement officer as designated by supervisory staff. A Deputy Sheriff maintains protection of life and property and the enforcement of criminal Federal and State laws and County ordinances throughout Price County. This position involves prevention and detection of adult and juvenile crime, apprehension of law violators, and monitoring of traffic. Work duties include providing assistance to the public and other criminal justice, communications, corrections, and emergency service agencies.
The current starting hourly wage for a Deputy Sheriff is $27.24 with 12-hour shifts. Shift coverage and detail assignments may necessitate working nights, weekends, and holidays. The eligibility list will be used to fill full-time, regular vacancies and part-time, casual openings for the next twelve months. Candidates who are enrolled in a recruit academy with a 2025 graduation date will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
The primary responsibility of the Price County Deputy Sheriff is to provide law enforcement services to the visitors; motorists; and residents of Price County. Price County covers over 1;200 square miles of mostly rural area including County; State; and Federal forest land; lakes and rivers. We strive to promote a partnership for a safer community through law enforcement and citizen interaction by emphasizing education; respect; fairness and integrity.
Current specialty programs and assignments in the Department include Honor Guard; Water Safety Patrol; K-9 Handler; UAV (Drone Operator); Rec Patrol; Special Response/Drug Warrant Team; DARE and Project Lifesaver. Several of our deputies are State-certified instructors; providing annual in-service training to our Department staff and other Departments; along with teaching at Technical Colleges and Academies. Also; deputies provide community safety education and outreach as requested during meetings and community events.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Citizen of the United States
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18 years of age or older upon appointment
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High School Diploma or GED
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Valid Wisconsin driver's license with good driving record upon appointment
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Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board certification with minimum certification and educational requirements for law enforcement officers as established by the Law Enforcement Standards Board at the time of appointment
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers supervisory staff and external agencies
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Physically perform all necessary duties required of a law enforcement officer
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Legal ability to possess a Firearm
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No Felony convictions and No Domestic Abuse convictions
Located in north central Wisconsin midway between Hayward and Minocqua Price County is home to a variety of natural resources. Our abundance of woods and waters provides endless outdoor recreational opportunities. The communities in Price County offer shopping dining services affordable housing and a friendly atmosphere.
The primary responsibility of the Price County Deputy Sheriff is to provide law enforcement services to the visitors, motorists, and residents of Price County, covering over 1,200 square miles of mostly rural patrol area, along with County, State, and Federal forest land, lakes and rivers. We strive to promote a partnership for a safer community through law enforcement and citizen interaction by emphasizing education, respect, fairness and integrity.
The selection process for those candidates meeting the minimum required qualifications will include a written exam, departmental background investigation, an oral interview(s), a medical examination including a drug screen, and psychological evaluation.
PLEASE NOTE: A Wisconsin Department of Justice form DJ-LE-330 Application for Employment including questions A – C answered on separate sheet(s) of paper must be fully completed and received by the application deadline to be considered for this position. Application materials are available from and may be submitted to:
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In person or by mail from the Price County Human Resources Office, Price County Courthouse, 126 Cherry St., Room 105, Phillips WI 54555
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By phone at (715)339-5131 – Please leave message with spelling of name and address.
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By email at hroffice@pricecounty.wi.gov
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Online at www.pricecounty.wi.gov
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By fax at (715) 339-6434
Completed applications must be received by the Price County Office of Administration by March 5, 2025 to be considered for this position. Deadline may be extended until position is filled.
Price County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Exempt : No
Type : PT Employee
Department : SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT
Location : 5