Sheriff's Department


OUR MISSION:

We, the Washington County Sheriff’s Department, exist to serve all people within our jurisdiction with respect, fairness and sensitivity. 

We are committed to the (1) prevention of crime and the protection of life and property; (2) the preservation of peace, order, and safety; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; and (3) the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees. 

We are driven by the goals to enhance the quality of life, conduct thorough investigations, seek solutions and foster a sense of security in our community and its individuals. We shall nurture public trust by holding ourselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics.

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*WHAT WE DO*
  • Enforce federal, state and local laws and ordinances
  • Investigate crimes Maintain order at civil proceedings
  • Provide security in the courthouse and court system
  • Transport prisoners to and from court
  • Assist the citizens of Washington County when requested for various non-criminal matters
  • Maintain a County Jail Provide a Huber Facility and Electronic Monitoring Program
  • Operate a Juvenile Secure Detention Facility
  • Provide 911 Dispatch services to the citizens of Washington County including many of the municipalities for fire, rescue and police
  • Provide support to the citizens through the computerized record system
  • Research and plan for future improvements of the department procedures with the use of new technologies
  • Operate the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Unit
  • Maintain Washington County SWAT Team
  • Maintain Washington County Dive Team
  • Provide D.A.R.E. and other educational and public relations programs

    • D.A.R.E.
    Drug Abuse Resistance Education is a nationwide program that has found a home in Washington County. Specially trained officers deliver 10 lessons, each about 60 minutes in length, to students in the fifth grade. D.A.R.E. helps students build refusal skills to deal with peer pressure to experiment with illegal drugs. The Sheriff's Department assists in bringing D.A.R.E. into any interested school districts. A speaker is also available to explain the D.A.R.E. program to interested organizations.
    EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
    Job openings at the Sheriff's Department are handled by Washington County Human Resources. To see all current Washington County job postings click the following link: Employment Opportunities
    SHERIFF SALES
    To see all current Sheriff Sales click the following link:  Sheriff Sales

    Sheriff Sales are conducted on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the lobby of the County Government Center, 432 E. Washington Street, West Bend.

    Successful bidders are required to have 10% of their bid in cash, money order or certified check at the time of sale. The balance is due at the time of confirmation. Successful bidders are also required to submit the real estate transfer fee by 4 p.m. the day of the sale.  The successful bidder is also responsible for all legal liens, encumbrances, and unpaid real estate taxes. All properties are sold "as is" and are not available for viewing.

    The bank, lending institution or their attorney will normally put in the first bid. Anyone else can bid on the property. The property goes to the highest bidder. Sales are subject to cancellation at any time without notice.
    Shop with a Cop

    On December 10, 2009 the Washington County Sheriff's Department will sponsor the sixth annual "Shop with a Cop" program. The event allows underprivileged children from Washington County to spend a fun filled evening with Washington County Law Enforcement Officers and volunteers.

    The program involves officers and volunteers from various law enforcement agencies throughout Washington County that donate their time to make the event a success.

    Prior to shopping, children enjoy a meal of hamburgers and hot dogs at the West Bend Moose Lodge. Each child is provided a gift card to be used to purchase Christmas gifts for their families at Wal-Mart. The gift cards are purchased through donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations.

    After shopping, everyone returns to the Moose Lodge for snacks and fun. The children play games and win raffle prizes while volunteers wrap their gifts. Santa even stops to greet all of the children.

    For further information on the program, please contact Deputy Mary Woerner at 262-335-4386 or mary.woerner@co.washington.wi.us