Deputy Sheriff

Overview Status: Full-time Deputy Sheriff position with Walworth County Sheriff\'s Office, Patrol Division. Location: Elkhorn, WI. Salary: $32.80 - $42.86 per hour. Job Number: 2026-00041. Department: Sheriff\'s Office (Sworn). Opening Date: 03/27/2026. Closing Date: Continuous. Position Summary Are you a certified law enforcement officer looking for a change? The Walworth County Sheriff\'s Office is looking for candidates like you to join our dedicated team of law enforcement professionals that continue to strengthen community relationships and public trust while striving for excellence through employee development, self-discipline, teamwork, and effective leadership. After field training, deputies with the Walworth County Sheriff\'s Office are assigned to one of three 8.25 hour shifts within the Patrol Division on a rotating schedule, working 5 days on/2 days off, 5 days on/3 days off to provide 24-hour per day, 7-day per week service. The Sheriff\'s Office offers a robust training program with lots of opportunities for collateral duties such as substation assignment with deputy assigned take home squads, SWAT, Dive Team, Crowd Control, Honor Guard, FTO, Mobile Field Force, etc. Lateral Transfer Benefits For Experienced Officers Candidates with prior law enforcement experience are eligible to be placed at an hourly rate equal to or higher than that paid by their previous employer. With five or more years of prior law enforcement experience, a candidate is eligible to receive 40 hours of vacation upon hire, with higher annual rates based on their prior years of service. Expedited field training for experienced law enforcement officers. Do you have what it takes to join our team? For more information on the Walworth County Sheriff\'s Office, visit our website at: Essential Duties And Responsibilities The examples listed below are intended to be illustrative of the primary responsibilities of a Walworth County Deputy Sheriff. They are not all inclusive and do not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Investigate crimes and civil complaints. Investigate vehicular accidents. Enforce traffic laws, state statutes, and county ordinances. Conduct business and residence checks during routine patrol. Write and compile reports. Testify in court as needed. Transport prisoners to and from holding facilities, court, and other institutions. Take into custody and provide services to mentally impaired and/or intoxicated individuals. Restrain aggressive persons and apply handcuffs and other restraints without assistance from others. Engage in physical altercations with or without equipment or weapons and have sufficient skills and training to overcome suspects and subdue them. Walk and run distances under varying conditions, under normal and emergency response. Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by 60 college-level credits, an associates degree, or two years of full-time law enforcement experience with current LESB certification. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator\'s license. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old by the first day of employment - no age restriction applied for applicants who qualify for veteran\'s preference. Felony convictions in any jurisdiction are disqualifying per LESB unless the judgment or conviction has been reversed or completely pardoned. Applicants must be able to serve as a credible witness in a court of law. Any applicant who receives a Brady letter, a Giglio letter, or who is on the Wisconsin Department of Justice \"Brady List\" will be disqualified. Sworn Walworth County law enforcement employees must reside within the State of Wisconsin and within Walworth County, or the contiguous counties of Rock, Jefferson, Waukesha, Racine, or Kenosha upon completion of their probationary period and must continue to maintain residence therein so long as employed. Selection Process Applications will be considered on a continuous basis to fill current position openings. Candidates will complete the following: Formal Walworth County electronic application. Written exam with 70% minimum passing score. Oral department interview. Prior To Being Considered For a Position, Candidates Will Complete Law Enforcement Suitability testing (pre-psychological, non-medical) Submit to a thorough background investigation. Complete a ride-along with Field Training Officer. Interview with the Sheriff and/or Undersheriff. Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, a candidate will complete the following: Post offer psychological evaluation; Post offer physical (medical) examination including drug screen; Law Enforcement Academy pre-acceptance physical fitness testing (candidates needing to attend law enforcement academy only). Notes: This summary provides only a brief outline of benefits and terms; all benefit terms and conditions are subject to plan documents and changes by the County Board and Human Resources Committee. Additional Information Required and voluntary questions about qualifications are included in the application. See the job posting for details. Employment details include union representation, probation, vacation, sick leave, holidays, insurance, retirement, clothing allowance, and other benefits described in the original posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr