Patrol Officer - Casual Call

Patrol Officer - Casual Call Salary $31.62 - $35.25 Hourly Location Appleton, WI Job Type Casual Call Non-Benefit Eligible Job Number 2603480 Department Sheriff Operations 1 Opening Date 03/11/2026

Description Benefits Outagamie County Core Values Invested in Serving Better Together Create Progress Support Through Compassion

Position Purpose Under general supervision of the Patrol Captain, the PT - Patrol Officer provides security to the Appleton International Airport, Courts and Outagamie County Administration Building. The PT - Patrol Officer transports inmates from the jail and other institutions.

We are seeking Casual Call Patrol Officers.

• Must have previous Police Officer experience "I have never been treated better in law enforcement than the Sheriffs Office treats me. Professional, positive, supportive." -Dennis **This position is non-benefit eligible

Key Responsibilities The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Responds to assist citizens and disturbances at the Appleton International Airport, Courts, and Outagamie County Administration Building. This may include interviewing people, assessing if the situation needs further law enforcement intervention and making arrests when appropriate.
• Provides security to an assigned area, familiarizing self with citizens, offices, and standard activities, responding as appropriate.
• Conducts transports for jail inmates addressing medical issues and court.
• Disperses and addresses public concerns at public gatherings. Gain knowledge and awareness of locations of the county buildings/facilities.
• Prepares detailed reports of arrests and investigations according to department policy.
• Appears as witness in court, providing clear and accurate testimony.
• Delivers and serves warrants on individuals, transporting persons to court or jail, as directed by warrant.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works extra hours as required.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

• Graduate from high school or G.E.D.
• 60 post high school credits.
• Experience in law enforcement desired. Preference given to retired, certifiable officers.
• Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Wisconsins drivers license required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be legally able to possess a firearm
• Post hire requirements may include successful completion of physical agility test; psychological test, post-offer physical evaluation and/or other tests to aid in determining fitness for employment.

Required or Preferred Skills

• Ability to explain and enforce federal, state, and county laws, ordinances, and regulations. Must comply with appropriate safety regulations.
• Ability to meet department standards of physical condition.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in wide variety of public crises and maintain good composure and exercise good judgment, especially in emergency situations. Must maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to remember facts and details accurately and to testify clearly and accurately in court.
• Must demonstrate skill in the use of patrol vehicles and police equipment such as firearms.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, county officials, municipal police departments, general public, etc.
• Budget time and schedule work to efficiently to complete tasks.
• Ability to effectively use professional language and diplomacy with co-workers, the general public, and others.
• Ability to run, walk, stoop, climb, bend, stretch; push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting: https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources/employee-benefits-information

Outagamie County Diversity Statement: Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Outagamie County offers a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package to its employees. Levels of benefits can vary based on employment status and employee group.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates.
• Dental Coverage
• Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage.
• Vision Coverage
• Outagamie County offers single, employee plus one, employee plus children, and family voluntary vision insurance for those that are benefit eligible. Vision insurance coverage provides an opportunity for employees to save money on routine vision exams, contacts, eyeglass frames, and lenses.
• Life Insurance
• Outagamie County provides group life insurance for full-time employees. The cost of this coverage is paid for in full by the County.
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability pays the employee a portion of his or her income for a specified period of time, as determined by the plan. The Short-Term Disability plan provides coverage for injuries and illnesses that occur outside of work. The premium for this coverage is paid entirely by the employee and is available to active employees that meet the hours threshold requirements.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• All regular, non-union full-time employees are eligible for long-term disability coverage. Premiums are fully paid by the County.
• Wisconsin Retirement System
• Wisconsin Retirement Program helps provide for financial security during retirement. Monthly annuity payments at retirement are calculated using years of creditable service, average earnings (based on three highest years of earnings), formula factors, age at retirement and selected annuity option.
• Deferred Compensation
• Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. Employees can save up to 100% of their compensation, to a maximum of $23,500 annually, or as little as $10.00 per paycheck. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-deferred until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option.
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• The Flexible Spending Account Plan saves money by allowing the employee to pay for certain medical related expenses and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis, reducing annual taxable income resulting in Federal, State, Social Security, and Medicare tax savings.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Outagamie County has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The services offered as part of the Countys plan are a benefit provided at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with lifes stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They offer professional support and direction towards resolving problems or concerns. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.

Paid Time Off Outagamie County offers several paid time off benefits that include:

• Vacation
• Personal holidays
• National holidays
• Sick leave
• Bereavement leave
• Military leave

Employee and Family Clinic Primary Health Services, Acute Health Care and Physical Therapy are available to employees and dependents ages 12 months and up (age 13 and up for physical therapy), who are covered on a county health plan. A Health Coach is available to all employees, and to dependents covered under a county health plan age 14 and older. There is an onsite location and a shared clinic site location.

Fitness Center Located at the downtown campus, a brand new fitness center with treadmills and other gym equipment is available to all employees from 5am to 10pm daily.

Pet Insurance Please note that the pet insurance offers are discounts offered to Outagamie County employees and are not programs sponsored by Outagamie County. Please contact the companies directly for any questions, concerns or service issues.

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Values of Excellence (Recognition Program) A program designed to celebrate the big wins, the daily efforts and everything in between of our county employees, which such a great place to grow, work, and thrive together. Where anyone as a county employee can recognize someone for a job well done!

Continuing Education