ABOUT LA CROSSE COUNTY:

At La Crosse County, we are committed to creating a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community. Guided by our Strategic Plan, we focus on economic growth, environmental stewardship, affordable housing, and robust public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.

Why Join La Crosse County?

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS): A top-rated pension program.
• Affordable Insurance Premiums: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and wellness programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Large percentage of time is driving squad car using near and far vision, color identification, talking, hearing, judgment, while operating police speed detection equipment and radios effectively and coherently. Frequently reads and writes. Walks, stands and bends intermittently throughout the day. A lesser amount of time is spent moving about other sites either walking, running or traversing rough terrain. When pursuing fleeing suspects or assisting at accidents or rescues, involves quickly entering and exiting law enforcement patrol vehicle; lifting, carrying and dragging injured person (weighing up to 160 lbs.); climbing over and pulling up oneself over obstacles; jumping down from elevated surfaces; climbing through openings; jumping over obstacles, ditches and streams; crawling in confined areas; balancing on uneven and narrow surfaces and using body force to gain entrance through barriers; stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, runs, climbs; restrains and controls recalcitrant prisoners. Works various shifts. Occasionally uses judgment while under physical and/or mental stress. There is potential exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Related Job Functions
Deputies may be assigned to special units within the Sheriff’s Office or may be assigned to Court Services.
This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of: Federal, State, County and, when applicable, municipal laws, rules and regulations; courtroom procedures and ability to speak effectively in court; the methods and practices employed in the detection and apprehension of criminals.
Working knowledge of Wisconsin Statutes concerning the care, commitment and transportation of prisoners, civil processes, criminal processes, crimes and misdemeanors.
Skill in the use and care of firearms and Defensive Arrest Training Techniques.
Skill in the operation of a patrol car.
Ability to: gather accurate information and to make clear, concise and objective reports; to enforce, explain and interpret State, County and applicable municipal laws, rules and regulations to people clearly and courteously; operate a police radio which requires a well-modulated voice; render first aid after appropriate training; work effectively with the general public, County officials and employees; and to use various computers and programs including Mobile Data.
Training, Experience and Other Requirements
Certification: Must have completed the Basic Police Certification Training in Wisconsin within the last three years, or already be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Wisconsin by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board.
Education: Requires a minimum of 60 fully accredited college-level credits. Preference for Bachelor’s Degree or Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Police Science or Criminal Justice.
Background: Must pass criminal background check suitable for working in law enforcement, which includes no felony convictions and no convictions for domestic abuse. Must pass character background investigation as required by the Wis. Law Enforcement Standards Board which “attest to the applicant’s fitness to discharge assigned duties and responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.”
Other Requirements: All candidates for this position must pass the required written and oral examinations as established under the County Administrative Code or other County requirements. Must be a citizen of the United States, be a resident of the State of Wisconsin on the date employment is commenced and maintain that residency, have five years of previous driving experience, have and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, and a good driving record. Successful candidates for the position must pass a physical and psychological examination and drug screening.

Please refer the Job description for details