Deputy Sheriff-, WI
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Law/Legal
Police Officer, Legal Counsel
Applications are being accepted to fill a full-time opening for a Deputy Sheriff with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
To be considered, applicants must complete the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board form DJ-LE-330 as well as the release of information form.
Enforces all Federal, State and local laws regarding criminal and traffic incidents and is responsible for the initial investigation and management of crime scenes. This is a sworn law enforcement position with full arrest powers. Work is performed under the direction of the Patrol Lieutenant and general supervision of the Lincoln County Sheriff and Chief Deputy.
QUALIFICATIONS- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Ability to perform essential functions of this position
- Ability to possess a firearm
- Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays - Clear and concise speech
- Driver's license
- Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
- Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- Vision correctable to 20/20
Starting hourly wage of $26.71 to $32.79 based on experience.
LATERAL TRANSFER PROGRAMLateral transfers are accepted if currently employed as a full-time law officer and have a minimum of three years continuous service in this capacity.
BENEFITSEligibility for Lincoln County benefit package including:
- Health Insurance- your choice of two health plans- (Health Savings Account associated with a High Deductible Health Plan with a County contribution or a Traditional Health Plan)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Long-Term Disability
- Vision Insurance
- Vacation- available on day one!
- 10 paid Holidays per year
- EAP (Employee Assistance Plan)- paid by the County
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
- Allstate Plans
- Accident, Critical Illness and Short Term Disability - Wisconsin Retirement System. As an employee of Lincoln County, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), which is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!
Applications must be made on Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board form DJ-LE-330 obtainable from the Lincoln County Service Center, 801 N. Sales Street, Ste. 205, Merrill, WI 54452, the County’s website address at , or by calling between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
- 4:30 p.m. M-F. Complete applications must be returned to the Administration Department. A release of information form must be completed and returned with each application. All application materials noted above must be submitted to be considered for this position. Job description is available upon request.
Candidates are required to successfully complete all of the following: oral interview, psychological testing, and physical examination including drug screen, background investigation, and pre-employment agreement.
Lincoln County Service Center
801 N. Sales Street, Suite 205
Merril , WI 54452
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