Employment

We are seeking applications for the positions listed lower on the page. Positions Descriptions are immediately below. To apply, click the application link below.

Patrol Deputy

Correctional Officer

PLEASE CLICK HERE for the application for all positions. Fill the form out online, print, and mail to the address listed on the application form.

Candidates must complete the agency application online and follow the instructions on the application.

Ashland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hiring for Full Time Patrol Deputy

REASON FOR ANNOUNCEMENT:	FILL VACANCY, ESTABLISH ELIGIBILITY LIST FULL-TIME
RESPONSIBILITIES:	A DEPUTY SHERIFF IS ASSIGNED TO FIELD DUTY WHICH CONSISTS OF BOTH ROUTINE AND COMPLEX LAW ENFORCEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES. GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION, PRESERVATION OF SAFETY, AND PEACE AND SECURITY. THE EMPLOYEE NORMALLY WORKS INDEPENDENTLY WHICH NECESSITATES A HIGH DEGREE OF SELF-DISCIPLINE, INTEGRITY AND DECISION-MAKING ABILITY. IN ADDITION TO SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES NATURAL TO THE POLICE FUNCTIONS, THERE ARE SPECIALIZED POSITIONS REQUIRING OTHER SKILLS. THESE POSITIONS CONSIST OF IDENTIFICATION, WARRANT OR CIVIL PROCESS, INVESTIGATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, JUVENILE, COMMUNITY SERVICE, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND TRAINING. DEPUTIES WORK A FOUR ON FOUR OFF SCHEDULE, ELEVEN HOUR SHIFTS. THE POSITION OF DEPUTY SHERIFF IS A UNION POSITION. SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION PUBLISHED ON ASHLAND COUNTY WEBSITE: HTTPS://ASHLANDCOUNTYWI.GOV/SHERIFF
SALARY:	$29.14 - $32.13 PER HOUR
BENEFITS:	WISCONSIN RETIREMENT FUND HEALTH INSURANCE LIFE INSURANCE SICK LEAVE DENTAL PAID HOLIDAYS CLOTHING ALLOWANCE DEFERRED COMPENSATION VACATION LONGEVITY PAY LATERAL TRANSFERS (VACATION & SICK UP TO 400HRS)
QUALIFICATIONS:	ABILITY TO HANDLE SEVERAL TASKS SIMULTANEOUSLY ABILITY TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION ABILITY TO POSSESS A FIREARM ABILITY TO USE ALL STANDARD LAW ENFORCEMENT EQUIPMENT ABLE TO WORK EVENINGS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS CLEAR AND CONCISE SPEECH DRIVER'S LICENSE ELIGIBILITY FOR WISCONSIN LAW ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS BOARD CERTIFICATION GOOD DRIVING RECORD GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION GOOD VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS IN OPERATING COMPUTER SYSTEMS NO DOMESTIC ABUSE CONVICTIONS NO FELONY CONVICTIONS REACT QUICKLY AND EFFECTIVELY TO STRESSFUL SITUATIONS U.S. CITIZEN
APPLY BY:	12:00 PM, 12/06/2024
SUBMIT:	SUBMIT APPLICATION AND RESUME TO OBTAIN APPLICATION, CLICK HERE.
CONTACT:	CHIEF DEPUTY DAVE DAWSON ASHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE 220 6TH ST E ASHLAND, WI 54806 PHONE: (715) 685-7640 EXT. 801 FAX: (715) 682-7039 EMAIL: DAVE.DAWSON@ASHLANDCOUNTYWI.GOV WEBSITE: HTTPS://WWW.ASHLANDCOUNTYWI.GOV/SHERIFF
NOTES:	ORAL INTERVIEWS PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE MEDICAL EXAMINATION VISION EXAMINATION DRUG SCREENING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Hiring for Full and Part Time Male and Female Correctional Officer

REASON FOR ANNOUNCEMENT:	FILL VACANCY, CORRECTIONAL OFFICER MALE AND FEMALE, PART AND FULL-TIME
RESPONSIBILITIES:	CLICK HERE FOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
SALARY:	$19.87 / HR WHILE TRAINING $24.84 / HR UPON COMPLETION OF TRAINING DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
BENEFITS:	Clothing Allowance Health Insurance Life Insurance Paid Holidays Sick Leave Vacation Wisconsin Retirement Fund Lateral Transfer
QUALIFICATIONS:	Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously Ability to perform essential functions of this position Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Clear and concise speech Driver's license Good driving record Good physical condition Good verbal and written communication skills Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems No felony convictions U.S. citizen Minimum Age: 18
APPLY BY:	UNTIL FILLED
SUBMIT:	SUBMIT APPLICATION AND RESUME TO OBTAIN APPLICATION, CLICK HERE.
CONTACT:	CAPTAIN JENNIFER CLAPERO ASHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE 220 6TH ST E ASHLAND, WI 54806 PHONE: (715) 685-7640 EXT. 840 FAX: (715) 682-7039 EMAIL: JENNIFER.CLAPERO@ASHLANDCOUNTYWI.GOV WEBSITE: HTTP://WWW.ASHLANDCOUNTYWI.GOV/SHERIFF
NOTES:	Background Check Drug Screening Medical Examination Oral Interviews

Hiring for Food Service Worker

The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a part-time food service worker to perform kitchen related duties at the Ashland County Jail. The starting wage is $19.11 / hour, and are expected to work 30-40 hrs/week. Wage study has implemented increases. Upon receiving 1,500 hours, an employee may qualify for health/dental insurance. Upon meeting 1,200 hours, an employee can received WI retirement pension benefits. Inmate's will not be working with employee's, unless otherwise approved.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen. Must be able to perform tasks quickly and effectively. Individuals with felony convictions will not be considered. A background check and drug test is mandatory.

Candidates may complete the agency application online or they may submit it handwritten at the Sheriff’s Office. The application can be emailed to Jail Captain Jennifer Clapero at jennifer.clapero@ashlandcountywi.gov.

The application can be found under “Sheriff's Office Employment” on the agency website:

https://www.ashlandcountywi.gov/sheriffemployment