Dispatcher/Jailer

Washburn County is accepting applications for a Full-Time Dispatcher/Jailer. 

The Dispatcher/Jailer will relay messages and dispatch personnel and equipment by radio communication in response to crimes, accidents, fires, medical emergencies, etc. The employee is responsible for the receipt and accurate transcription of messages by radio and telephone and for various clerical functions in the Sheriff's Department. As a Jailer, the employee performs a variety of duties involving the operation of the jail and the safety and security of inmates. The work is performed within the established guidelines and under the general supervision of the Jail Administrator and Sheriff. Candidates must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more and occasionally deal with and or subdue unruly inmates. Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.Starting pay is $20.07 during training and increases to $23.58 after training, and Excellent Benefits. For an application contact the Washburn County Personnel Department at P.O. Box 337 Shell Lake, WI 54871, Ph. 715-468-4624, Fax 715-468-4628, e-mail adminper@co.washburn.wi.us, or download an application from our County website at www.co.washburn.wi.us. Job posting will remain open until the position has been filled. EOE

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