Deputy Sheriff (Experienced, Certified, or Current Academy Attendees Only) 04.2026

Waukesha County•Waukesha, WI

19h•$37 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Waukesha County is continuously accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff from experienced law enforcement applicants, certified law enforcement applicants, and individuals currently attending a law enforcement academy. The starting pay rate for candidates with no experience is at least $36.60/hr, effective December 27, 2025, with starting pay for experienced hires determined based on their background. Newly hired deputies with at least three years of full-time experience as a certified law enforcement officer within the 48 months prior to hire are eligible for lateral transfer benefits, including a higher starting wage, up to 10 days of vacation, and 40 hours of paid sick time during their first year. After the first year, these deputies accrue vacation time based on their total years of experience. Waukesha County is committed to delivering high-quality services, valuing teamwork, ethics, diversity, communication, efficiency, innovation, and employee well-being. Employees are encouraged to pursue professional development and continuous improvement.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
United States Citizen
High School Diploma or GED
Sixty (60) credits of post high school education (associate degree level or higher) from an accredited university, college or technical school, preferably in criminal justice, police science, business or public administration, or the social sciences
Ability to possess a firearm
No felony convictions
Valid driver’s license
Sworn law enforcement experience, eligible for certification as a law enforcement professional in the State of Wisconsin (graduated from a law enforcement academy), or currently attending a law enforcement academy
Out-of-state law enforcement officers must have their reciprocity exam scheduled at the time of application and pass the exam prior to being hired
Possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job functions as listed in the Deputy Sheriff ADA Essential Functions Worksheet

Nice To Haves

Sixty (60) credits of post high school education preferably in criminal justice, police science, business or public administration, or the social sciences

Benefits

excellent health-dental-vision-life insurance
participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System
ample vacation time
training courses
career advancement
exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health
higher starting wage (for lateral transfers)
up to 10 days of vacation (for lateral transfers in first year)
40 hours of paid sick time (for lateral transfers in first year)
accrue vacation time in accordance with the County's vacation schedule (for lateral transfers after first year)
on-site fitness center
free parking