What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Patrol Sergeant position at State of Wisconsin - Transportation?
Introduction
Use your leadership skills and law enforcement experience as a State Patrol Sergeant The Division of State Patrol is seeking talented individuals for a State Patrol Sergeant position at the State Patrol Academy. This position is headquartered at the State Patrol Academy at 95 S 10th Ave, Fort McCoy, WI.
Residency for this position is 60 miles from the State Patrol Academy.
WisDOT is a great place to work In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clickinghere.
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Position Summary
The State Patrol Academy Sergeant is vital to the operation of the Academy. The State Patrol Academy Sergeant is responsible for determining training needs, development, implementation, administration, presentation, and evaluation of training programs. These programs are presented to State Patrol personnel, in addition to federal, county, and local law enforcement officers and support personnel, as well as non-law enforcement civilian and military students. The Academy has oversight of all Division of State Patrol training, which includes training conducted at the regional level and courses conducted at the Academy itself.
The State Patrol Academy Sergeant is responsible for the coordination and management of facilities, financial resources, materials and support personnel in relation to the Academy training calendar and unanticipated training needs. Academy Sergeants serve in a technical advisory capacity to Division administrative personnel, Field Operations, and other law enforcement on training and enforcement related issues.
Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range with a rate up to $54.26 per hour, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-verify employer.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
Qualifications
A qualified candidate must meet both minimum requirements: 1) successful completion of the "Cadet" training program at the State Patrol Academy located at Fort McCoy, WI and is certified as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer (or eligible for immediate recertification) and 2) completion of the State Patrol Trooper/ Inspector probationary period.
How To Apply
Apply online To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Marley Hellenbrand at or
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59pm CST on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
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