Patrol Officer Eligibility List 2026

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Sheriff\'s deputies perform varied duties relating to

the protection of life and property within Brown County. Deputies are

responsible for interacting with the public in matters requiring

knowledge of laws and rules along with agency policies and procedures.

They enhance safety of the community through prevention and crime

control, preserving peace, regulating traffic and providing emergency

services. Sheriff\'s Deputies are expected to show initiative in

identifying and resolving community problems, engaging citizens and

serving victims. Preference will be given to candidates who are

certified or who will soon be certifiable, unless sponsored. The first

round of testing (to include Physical Agility) is scheduled for

Wednesday, April 29th at 6PM. Essential Duties Provide effective and

efficient patrol coverage of a section during an assigned shift Respond

to a variety of dispatched calls for service including both emergency

and non-emergency incidents Investigate crimes and ordinance violations,

detect and apprehend violators Arrest and make criminal referrals

Provide back-up assistance to other officers Engage in foot pursuits and

lawful use-of-force actions to effect the apprehension of offenders

Ensure traffic safety through regular patrols and traffic stops, warn or

arrest traffic violators Investigate traffic collisions Conduct

follow-up investigations Establish and maintain perimeter control of

active scenes Conduct canvasses and searches for suspects, witnesses and

evidence Collect, safeguard, label and package evidence Prepare agency

reports including criminal cases for prosecution Provide honest,

credible courtroom testimony Conduct lawful searches including

pat-downs, booking, home and vehicle Check buildings for security

Intervene in public and private disputes Render first aid and other

compassionate care to victims, witnesses and suspects Direct traffic

Transport prisoners Provide security to the courts Serve civil and

criminal process papers Represent agency through presentations to groups

of various sizes and ages Carry, maintain and qualify with agency issued

firearm Use deadly force in accordance with law and policy Ensure proper

operation of all assigned equipment Perform routine maintenance of

agency equipment Operate police equipment and vehicles safely and

proficiently both in emergency and non-emergency mode Maintain

punctuality for assigned shifts and work overtime and extra hours as

required Attend assigned training and conferences Respect the

constitutional rights of all citizens Know and follow agency policies

and code of conduct Other related duties as assigned by the Patrol

Captain NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs related functions as assigned

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Firearms Electronic Control Device Body

Camera First Aid Equipment/Tourniquet Radar/Lidar O.C. Spray Expandable

or wood baton Handcuffs Agency police radio equipment Squad car

emergency use equipment (light bar, siren speaker, etc.) Highway safety

equipment Computer Other equipment deemed necessary to perform duties

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Watch this video for more information on our

physical agility test: https://youtu.be/SnraOtj931g Manual dexterity to

operate agency firearms, control devices and other equipment

Intermittent movement from sitting, standing or stooping Frequent

bending, twisting and squatting; occasional climbing, grappling and

swimming Physical ability to perform basic law enforcement activities

Tolerating driving and sitting in a squad car for up to seven hours

Lifting, bending, climbing and reaching Running after a fleeing suspect

and jumping over objects Ability to physically take a suspect into

custody while handling a physical confrontation Ability to utilize force

to protect one\'s self or others Distinguishing sounds at various

frequencies and volumes Distinguishing people or objects at varied

distances under a variety of light cond tions Withstanding temperature

changes in the work environment Tolerating exposure to cold, heat,

noise, vibration and atmospheric conditions Tolerating exposure to

hazards in the work environment Must be able to pass a pre-employment

medical/physical Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links

below for more information.

https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf

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https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf

(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of State Motor Vehicle Laws Knowledge of statutes and local

ordinances Knowledge of agency policies and procedures Knowledge of and

ability to perform first aid Knowledge of investigative techniques and

skills Knowledge, skill and ability to operate an emergency motor

vehicle Knowledge, skill and ability to safely handle agency firearms

Proficiency with computer and software programs Effective oral and

written communication skills Ability to prepare clear and accurate

written reports Ability to follow written and oral instructions Ability

to accept responsibility and exercise sound judgment Ability to

establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the

public and other governmental agency personnel Ability to complete

required training of physical skills Ability to work the required hours

of the position Ability to meet the agency\'s physical standards and

maintain good health and fitness Ability to maintain a professional

appearance and demeanor Ability to deal courteously and effectively with

people who are fearful, intoxicated, belligerent, resistive, combative,

irrational, delusional and/or threatening Aptitudes: High moral

character and integrity Ability to handle stress and adversity

Conscientious work habits (dependability, initiative, attention to

detail, personal accountability) Interpersonal skills (social

sensitivity, tolerance, confidence, teamwork) Intellectual abilities

(decision making and judgment) Other Requirements: United States

Citizenship At least 21 years of age No felony or domestic violence

convictions Legally able to carry a firearm For a complete list of

Requirements

https://www.browncountywi.gov/government/sheriffs-office/recruitment/

\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty