Richland County Sheriff's Department

Jailer/Dispatcher

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is currently accepting applications for an Eligibility List for:

Jailer/Dispatcher

Responsibilities: Maintain order, safety and security of the jail, handle 911 calls and dispatch Law-Fire-EMS units, process inmates, operate CAD/RMS, escort inmates, all other duties as assigned.

Salary: $20.68 /hour

Benefits: Wisconsin retirement fund; Health insurance; Life insurance; Sick leave; Dental; Paid holidays – 9; Clothing allowance; Deferred compensation; Vacation; optional disability insurance.

Qualifications: Valid Driver license; Good driving record; Good physical condition; Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification; No felony convictions; No domestic abuse convictions; Vision correctable to 20/20; Good verbal and written communication skills; React quickly and effectively to stressful situations; Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems; Clear and concise speech; Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously; Ability to perform essential functions of this position; able to give credible testimony in court.

The application form to be submitted is the DJ-LE-330. This form is available on the internet at https://wilenet.org/ or at the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Administrative Office 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday, or at the Richland County Sheriff’s Dispatch Center 24 hours a day. You may also request a DJ-LE-330 application form by writing to the Sheriff’s Department, c/o Amber Muckler, 181 West Seminary Street, Richland Center, WI 53581.

Completed resume and DJ-LE-330 form are due Monday July 12th, 2021 by 4:00pm. Completed paperwork can be emailed to amber.muckler@co.richland.wi.us or sent via U.S. Mail to:

Richland County Sheriff’s Department
Office Manager Amber Muckler
181 W. Seminary Street
Richland Center, WI 53581

All candidates who apply must pass a written and a physical agility exam.

Candidates will be required to meet all State of Wisconsin requirements as well as pass and complete the following:

  • State of Wisconsin Entry Level Jailer-Dispatcher exam
  • Physical fitness / agility screening
  • Residency required
  • Oral Interviews
  • Background and Reference Checks
  • Drug screening
  • Psychological profile
  • Medical examination
  • Call-In applicants must be jail certified

Applicants must be able to work days, evenings, midnights, weekends and holidays, have good verbal and written communication skills, and have adequate computer skills and be able to perform essential functions of the position they hold among other requirements.

Richland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Richland County Law Enforcement Committee
James J. Bindl, Sheriff of Richland County