Departments

Departments

Welcome to the Waukesha County, Wisconsin website! Use this website as your tool to explore all that Waukesha County has to offer. We're home to more than 400,000 residents across 36 municipalities, who enjoy a high-quality of life in a Triple A Bond Rated County! 

Waukesha County's mission is to promote the health, safety and quality of life of citizens while fostering an economically vibrant community. We are committed to delivering effective, high-quality programs and services in a courteous and fiscally prudent manner.


Paul Farrow

Waukesha County Executive

County Executive

Waukesha County operates under a County Executive system. The Executive is elected in a county-wide, non-partisan, April election for a four-year term. The position oversees all administrative functions not assigned to other officials. Duties include appointing department heads and board members (with County Board confirmation), preparing the budget, and vetoing or partially vetoing legislation. A two-thirds County Board vote is required to override vetoes.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room 320
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7902

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Andrew V. Thelke

Director, Department of Administration

Administration

Provides Countywide standards and support for human resources, financial management, information technology, procurement services and other internal support services. The Department promotes and initiates enhancements and efficiencies, which enables better services to other County departments and ultimately the citizens of Waukesha County.

Divisions:

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7020
Fax: 262-548-7913

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Monica Paz

Clerk of Circuit Courts

Circuit Courts

The Judges, Clerk of Circuit Court, and staff in the Waukesha County court system are committed to providing a fair and efficient system of justice that is worthy of the trust and confidence of the public.

Departments:

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room AC-1130
Waukesha, WI 53188

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Erik G. Weidig

Corporation Counsel

Corporation Counsel

The Office of Corporation Counsel provides legal services to Waukesha County, its elected officials, and departments.  Corporation Counsel represents Waukesha County in all civil litigation and administrative proceedings in which the county is a party.  In addition, Corporation Counsel is responsible for the prosecution of mental health commitments, the establishment of guardianships and protective placements, and the representation of the public in cases involving children and juveniles in need of protection or services as well as the termination of parental rights.  The Child Support Division of Corporation Counsel establishes paternity and enforces child support obligations on behalf of the State of Wisconsin.  The Office of Corporation Counsel does not provide legal services to members of the general public.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room AC-330
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7432

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday

8:00 - 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

James A. Heinrich

County Board Chair

County Board

There are 25 members of the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors, elected to two-year terms in even numbered years from separate geographic districts with a population of approximately 15,596 per district.

The county board is the legislative branch of Waukesha County government, guiding the direction of the county the board sets policy by adopting ordinances and resolutions. 

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7002

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Meg Wartman

Waukesha County Clerk

County Clerk

The Waukesha County Clerk's office is a State Constitutional office, with the clerk being elected every four years by the people of Waukesha County.

The function of the County clerk's office can be broken down into three major areas; Election Administration, Legislative Support & Administrative Services.

Within these three areas, the office is responsible for all the records as required by the state statutes and is clerk to the county board. For elections, the Clerk's office prepares and distributes the ballots and supplies, programs election equipment, works with municipalities on voter registration and training, receives and tabulates unofficial elections results and runs the board of canvass for all county, state and federal offices in Waukesha County. The office also distributes marriage licenses, works with municipalities on dog licenses and is a US Passport acceptance agency.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room 120
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7010

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Lesli S. Boese

District Attorney

District Attorney

The mission of the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office is to promote public safety through the fair and just prosecution of criminal offenses; to protect the health and welfare of children who are victims of child abuse and neglect; to advocate for justice for the victims of crimes; to safeguard the rule of law; and to promote citizens' participation in sustainable neighborhoods by treating all persons who come in contact with the criminal justice system with fairness, dignity and respect.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7076

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Gail Goodchild

Emergency Preparedness Director

Emergency Preparedness

The Department of Emergency Preparedness provides countywide services through its three divisions, the Communications Center (the countywide 9-1-1 PSAP and dispatch center), Emergency Management and Radio Services. Providing state of the art telecommunications, the organization is a critical link in connecting members in the community with emergency services. The department also collaborates with local governments and public safety agencies to enhance emergency responses to all types of disasters creating resilience across the county.

1621 Woodburn Rd
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7122

Hours of Operation:

Communication Center:
24 / 7 - 365

Administrative Staff Office:
Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Elizabeth Aldred

Director, Department of Health and Human Services

Health and Human Services

The Department of Health and Human Services is at the forefront of cultivating a connected, resilient community where everyone can thrive. Guided by our mission, we enhance quality of life while ensuring that critical needs are met. We serve diverse groups including children, youth, families, veterans, seniors, and individuals facing mental health or substance use challenges. By leveraging individual and partner strengths, honoring diverse cultures, fostering transparency, and encouraging innovation, we provide high-quality services that empower self-determined choices and foster meaningful change.

Divisions:

 514 Riverview Avenue,
Waukesha, WI 53188
Phone: 262-548-7212

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Dale R. Shaver

Director, Department of Parks & Land Use

Parks & Land Use

The Waukesha County Department of Parks and Land Use, working through a combination of collaboration, education and regulation, is dedicated to fostering economic development, sound land use, and the protection, enhancement and enjoyment of the County's natural resources and health of its citizens.

Divisions:

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-896-8300

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Allison Bussler

Director, Public Works

Public Works

Public works implements the maintenance, improvement, and construction of Waukesha County highways, buildings, and airport. The department is committed to providing the foundations of success for residents and businesses of Waukesha County via quality transportation and buildings infrastructure.

Divisions:

Administration Center:

515 W Moreland Blvd.
Room AC220
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7741

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

James R. Behrend

Register of Deeds

Register of Deeds

The purpose of the Register of Deeds office is to provide the citizens of Waukesha County a depository for safekeeping and public inspection of recorded legal documents pertaining to Land Records and Vital Records.

Divisions:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room AC-1130
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7583

Hours of Operation:

In-Person Service Hours:
Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Recording Hours:
Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Vital Records stops processing all applications and documents promptly at 4:00pm each day.

Eric J. Severson

Waukesha County Sheriff

Sheriff

The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office shall serve all citizens of Waukesha County by maintaining and providing the quality means and services necessary to protect life and property through the fair and impartial enforcement of federal, state and local laws.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7122

Hours of Operation:

Law Enforcement Center Lobby Services:
24 / 7 - 365

Business Office:
Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)


Jennifer Grant

Waukesha County Treasurer

Treasurer

The County Treasurer’s office manages and invests county funds, administers property tax laws and collects property taxes, maintains tax billing and collection history records, manages the sale of County-owned property, and administers unclaimed funds.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room AC-148
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7029

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

Jerry Braatz

Extension Area Director

Extension Waukesha County

Extension is the community engagement division of UW-Madison that works locally in partnership with Waukesha County. Extension educational programs utilize the research and resources of UW-Madison to support and strengthen Waukesha County youth, adults, families, communities, non-profits, and businesses. The Extension department designs and implements educational programs, conducts local research, trains leaders and volunteers, and collaborates with community partners for the benefit of citizens in Waukesha County.

Administration Center:

515 W. Moreland Blvd.
Room ACG22
Waukesha, WI 53188

Phone: 262-548-7770

Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Excluding holidays)

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