Patrol Deputy

Rusk, County of • Rusk County Government Center, WI

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About The Position

The Patrol Deputy applies Wisconsin state and Rusk County laws and ordinances while responding to crimes, accidents, investigations, and other situations that may involve high stress or physical hazards. The role enforces laws, investigates criminal and traffic incidents, prepares reports, testifies in court, responds to domestic disputes, and provides emergency aid. Deputies may also conduct public education programs as assigned and perform other duties assigned by a supervisor, Chief Deputy, or Sheriff. Lateral transfer consideration for experienced officers may include consideration of wages and vacation. An out-of-county take-home squad is offered.

Requirements

• At least 60 college credits, as required by the Law Enforcement Standards Board.
• Knowledge and skills normally acquired through a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Wisconsin Law Enforcement Certification, including 720 hours of basic training.
• Complete 24 hours of annual in-service recertification and other training assigned by the Sheriff.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and apply general knowledge of state and county laws, ordinances, and law-enforcement procedures.
• Ability to assess situations, take appropriate action, and retain details for reports.
• Ability to deal with people in high-stress situations, including domestic disputes, investigations, and accidents.
• Ability to estimate speeds, distances, and time; perform mileage calculations and other incident-related measurements.
• Ability to communicate courteously and professionally with the public, other agencies, and fellow officers.
• Ability to perform duties involving prolonged sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, and, in emergencies, running, transporting heavy objects, or using physical force.

Responsibilities

• Detect and apprehend individuals breaking the law, enforce Wisconsin and Rusk County laws and ordinances, and enforce traffic laws.
• Conduct criminal investigations, obtain search and arrest warrants, gather and preserve evidence, and apprehend suspects.
• Investigate traffic incidents, including crashes and driving complaints; issue citations and make arrests when needed.
• Gather information and prepare clear, concise reports of investigations and activities.
• Testify competently in court.
• Respond to domestic disputes, identify the primary aggressor, and make arrests when needed to enforce domestic abuse laws.
• Provide first aid or CPR and conduct rescue operations in emergencies.
• Conduct programs in schools and for civic groups, as assigned, to educate the public about laws and awareness issues.
• Maintain knowledge of civil process laws and department practices.
• Perform other tasks assigned by a supervisor, Chief Deputy, or Sheriff.

Benefits

• Lateral transfer consideration for experienced officers in regard to wages and vacation.
• Out-of-county take-home squad offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree