Employment

The Town of Minocqua Police Department is currently accepting applications for a Detective Sergeant’s position. The Detective Sergeant is the third in command of the department and responsible for oversight of investigations and supervision of subordinates. In addition to the supervisory responsibilities, the Detective Sergeant is responsible for filling patrol shifts on occasion.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The general job duties and assignments for the position of Detective Sergeant are outlined in the Department’s Job Classification Manual under Uniformed Detective Sergeant Job Description.  A copy of the job description may be obtained by contacting the Department’s Administrative Assistant Miranda Schmitz at (715) 356-3234 or by email at [email protected].

APPLICATION PROCESS AND CLOSING DATE

If interested in applying for the position, each applicant must submit a Cover Letter, current Resume, and an Application for Employment as Law Enforcement (DJ-LE-330) to Administrative Assistant Miranda Schmitz by September 6, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  1. Associate Degree or 60 college credits required; Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, management or related field preferred.
  2. Supervisory experience preferred.
  3. Investigative experience preferred.
  4. Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
  5. Must possess Law Enforcement Certification granted by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board, in addition:

 

  1. Five (5) years’ experience as a police officer, and possess an Associate degree or 60 college credits at time of appointment.

OR

  1. Three (3) years’ experience as a police officer, and possess Bachelor degree at time of appointment.

 

 

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER