State Patrol Captain - Dignitary Protection Unit - Career Executive

Position Summary

This high-level management position is responsible for the overall management of the Dignitary Protection Unit program. This Unit program is responsible for the protection of the Governor and family, and the Lieutenant Governor and family.

This position is responsible for planning and directing the protective details for high-ranking state officials, visiting dignitaries such as the President, Vice President of the United States, cabinet officials, members of visiting trade delegations, religious figures, controversial figures, etc. These protective details are conducted throughout the entire state of Wisconsin and maybe conducted outside the confines of the state. The Dignitary Protection Unit team is responsible for providing direct security for the Executive Residence and Capitol office area. This security consists of supervising the protection of the Governor and his family while at work, Executive residence, and while traveling.

This position partners with other State Patrol Captains and is part of the management team of the Wisconsin State Patrol utilizing law enforcement knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to provide expertise in traffic and criminal law enforcement, policy analysis, short and mid-range planning, program performance evaluation, budget issue paper preparation, research reports on national law enforcement topics, forecasts for future program needs, goals and objectives, policy recommendation and recommendation for program improvement. This person serves as a technical resource in law enforcement to Division staff, the State Patrol Captains in the Bureau of Field Operations' Regions, other law enforcement agencies, legislators, the media, and internal and external customers including the general public.

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range (81-02) with an annual salary of $126,588, plus excellent benefits. A 2 year career executive trial period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Job Details

WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-verify employer.

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.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will meet all the following:

• Must be a current sworn Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Wisconsin (or eligible for immediate re-certification).

• Must have graduated from the Wisconsin State Patrol Academy and are not currently serving a probation as a State Patrol Trooper or Inspector.

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience supervising supervisors of law enforcement personnel.

In addition to the minimum requirements above, a qualified candidate will have experience leading law enforcement personnel during high-profile events (including coordination with other local, state, and/or federal partners) AND experience managing law enforcement services and programs.

How To Apply

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For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.

Current Wisconsin state employees with Career Executive status need only apply with a resume and letter of qualifications submitted directly to Marley Hellenbrand at Marley.Hellenbrand@dot.wi.gov.

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. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Marley Hellenbrand at 608-267-3269 or Marley.Hellenbrand@dot.wi.gov. For general Wisc.Jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the Wisc.Jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply to this position is 11:59pm on Monday, July 1st, 2024.