Sworn Reserve Deputy

Door County Wisconsin•Sturgeon Bay, WI

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Sworn Reserve Deputy supports law enforcement operations by performing security, patrol, and community service duties. The position aids in enforcing laws, maintaining public safety, and supporting full-time deputies across various assignments and special functions. The role includes providing security and traffic direction at public events; transporting prisoners and supervising their custody; conducting marine or snowmobile patrols as assigned; and performing patrol, traffic-control, accident-response, and criminal-investigation duties. The deputy maintains contact with supervisors, assists citizens, responds to emergencies, preserves evidence, prepares reports, and executes civil process services as required. The position requires frequent sitting and auditory and verbal communication, with occasional standing, walking, lifting up to 60 pounds, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and crawling. Work may involve varied weather conditions and physical hazards, and requires mental alertness, physical agility, and the ability to respond rapidly to emergencies and threats. The employee may be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with Wisconsin law and County emergency management plans and programs.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a valid driver's license.
Have a minimum of 60 college credits in police science, criminal justice, or a related field.
Be certified as a Wisconsin Law Enforcement Officer or eligible for certification within 12 months of hire.
Complete the Sworn Reserve Deputy Field Training Officer (FTO) program.
Apply legal and procedural knowledge to dynamic field situations; communicate professionally and prepare accurate, concise reports; use judgment in emergencies; collaborate with deputies and departments; and operate law enforcement equipment effectively.
Meet the physical and work-environment requirements, including occasional lifting of up to 60 pounds and the ability to respond rapidly to emergencies and threats.
May be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with applicable law and County emergency management plans.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in law enforcement, security, or public safety roles.
Training or experience with community-oriented policing initiatives.

Responsibilities

Provide security at public functions and direct traffic at major events to ensure public safety.
Transport prisoners securely between facilities and supervise their custody when required.
Conduct marine or snowmobile patrols based on seasonal needs and assignments.
Supplement full-time deputies in law enforcement activities as directed by supervisory staff.
Perform patrol duties in assigned areas, including traffic control, accident response, and criminal investigation.
Maintain radio and telephone contact with supervisors to coordinate activities and obtain guidance.
Assist citizens with vehicle lockouts, traffic safety concerns, and crime prevention education.
Respond to emergencies, including civil disturbances and accidents, and take appropriate law enforcement action.
Interrogate suspects and witnesses, preserve evidence, and prepare reports supporting legal processes.
Execute civil process services as required by departmental and legal directives.
Complete detailed documentation and official reports related to law enforcement and public safety activities.