<p>Position Summary</p> <p>State Patrol Sergeants direct and supervise State Patrol Troopers and Inspectors responsible for law enforcement goals and objectives; assist in developing, implementing, and managing short-range and long-range programs; rotate as district duty supervisor by monitoring and directing operational activities; provide public relations liaison duties with the public, other law enforcement agencies, and the media; provide technical expertise relating to traffic law enforcement, policy analysis, short-range and mid-range program planning, program implementation, and program evaluation; prepare budget issue papers and write research reports; and recommend policy and program improvements.</p> <p>Knowledge, skills, and abilities of a successful candidate may include:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of traffic laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to motor vehicle operation. </li><li>Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies related to traffic law enforcement; knowledge of criminal law </li><li>Knowledge of judicial procedures and practices including: theory and method investigatory techniques, extent and limits of statutory arrest and use of force authority. </li><li>Knowledge of supervisory principles, techniques, and methods to monitor and evaluate employee performance. </li><li>Interpersonal skills </li><li>Knowledge of the National Incident Management System/ Incident Command System </li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the development and presentation of training materials </li></ul> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>This position is in schedule-range (81-03) 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.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>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.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.</p> <p>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 wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs 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 608-267-3269 or Marley.Hellenbrand@dot.wi.gov.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>The deadline to apply is 11:59pm CST on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026.</p>