March 2026

View the March Calendar of Meetings and Events

We Are Hiring!

• Summer 2026 Seasonal Parks & Rec Staff: We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic staff to lead exciting activities for our campers ages 6–12, and to help keep our parks beautiful. These are seasonal positions working May through August. Learn More! **Full-time seasonal employees may enroll up to two children in the Village of Sussex day camp program for free.**
• Full-time Cleaner: The Village seeks a reliable, skilled Cleaner to provide a clean and safe environment for its public buildings. The work schedule for this position is Sunday night through Thursday night for an 8-hour shift with a flexible start time between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (with a 30-minute dinner break). Learn more!
• Clerk/Treasurer: The Clerk/Treasurer plays a central role in ensuring transparent, accurate, and responsive local government operations. This is a key leadership role responsible for statutory clerk functions, elections administration, records management, licensing, and front-line customer service operations for the Village. Minimum qualifications for this position include a high school diploma or GED, five years’ experience as a clerk or in a similar municipal field with increasing supervisory experience, Notary Public, Wisconsin Certified Clerk, and a valid driver’s license. Learn More!
• Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic: Our Fire Department provides the highest level of Advanced Life Support (ALS) Paramedics and fully certified firefighters. The full-time Firefighter/Paramedic shifts are 48 hours on and 96 hours off. The Village offers a competitive wage and benefits package, including insurance (health, dental, and vision), paid vacation and sick time, and participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). Learn More!
• Part-time Firefighter/Paramedic or PT Firefighter/EMT: These positions are part-time paid on premise. Shifts are 12 hours (06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00) and there is a weekend/holiday commitment. Part-time positions are limited to two (2) 12-hour shifts per week (24 hours total). Learn More!
• Group Fitness Instructor: In a group environment, lead participants though safe and effective fitness classes in a variety of formats including yoga, strength training, and cardiovascular exercise. Instructors should be certified in the format they are teaching. Candidates must be able to instruct multiple fitness levels and ensure the safety of all patrons in the class. Learn More!
• Tumbling Instructor: Lead our Grown Up + Me (parent/child) and Introduction to Tumbling classes for ages 2–5. Experience in gymnastics/tumbling is desired. Learn More!
• Water Utility Intern: Gain relative experience in the water utility while assisting the utilities in its day-to-day operations. School credits can be earned through the internship, if necessary. Dates: May-August (these dates are flexible). Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (up to 40 hours per week). Learn More!
• Wastewater Utility Internship: Gain relative experience in the wastewater utility while assisting the utilities in its day-to-day operations. Learn More!
• Tennis Coordinator: Lead fun and engaging tennis programs for the Village of Sussex Parks & Recreation Department. In this role, you’ll plan, organize, and run tennis activities that bring players together and create a high quality experience on the court. Must be 18 years or older. Learn More!
• Youth Tennis Instructor: Assist the Tennis Coordinator with the planning, organization and implementation of weekly tennis activities to create a high-quality experience for every player. Tennis knowledge and experience required. Applicants must be 14 years or older. Learn More!

Community Blood Drive: Wednesday, March 4

The Sussex Lions are hosting a Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sussex Civic Center. 
Appointments encouraged. Sign up online or for more information or call (877) 232-4376. Save time and fill out your health screener online now. Donate and get a custom Versiti Tote, while supplies last.

Special Curbside Leaf Collection: Starts Monday, March 9

The Village of Sussex will kick off a special curbside collection for leaves that fell late or were buried under snow this past fall. Make sure your leaves are piled up at the curb by March 9 for pickup. Public Works will make ONE pass through the Village. Here are a few important tips:

Spring General Election

• In-person Absentee Voting takes place from March 24-April 3 at the Sussex Civic Center. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Civic Center offices will be closed on April 3; however, the first floor reception desk will remain open for Absentee Voting purposes only.)
• Election Day polling for Village of Sussex residents takes place at the Sussex Civic Center from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 7. 

Learn more about elections, check your registration status, see what's on your ballot, and request an absentee ballot at myvote.wi.gov.

Leprechaun Hunt

When: March 9-13
Where: Village of Sussex Parks

Get out and play at your Sussex parks! Find the Leprechauns we will place at four of our Sussex parks and enter to win a prize basket. Clues will be posted on our website and social media Monday-Thursday at 9 a.m. Leprechauns will stay up through Sunday, March 15. 

Pick up an entry form or download and print it from our website to keep track of your daily answers, then drop it off at the Civic Center by Sunday, March 15, to be entered to win a prize basket. There is a drop box in the vestibule on the parking lot side of the building if the building is closed. We will pick a winner on Tuesday, March 17. May the luck of the Irish be with you!

Yard Waste Site Opens April 4

The Sussex Yard Waste Collection Site opens for the 2026 season at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 4. Learn more about the Yard Waste Site, including hours of operation and items accepted.

Egg Drop presented by Lannon Stone Foundation

Date: Saturday, March 28
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: The Grove at Village Park

Join us, along with the Sussex Fire Department, for our FUN Spring event that features an Egg Drop, and visit with the Bunny. Thousands of eggs will be dropped from the top of the fire truck ladder for kids ages 0-10 to gather up and turn in for a special treat! In addition to the Egg Drop, we'll have a petting zoo, Glitter Tattoos and, of course, a visit and photo op with the Bunny.

Pre-registration for each child is required for the Egg Drop. There are still a few openings at 8:30, 9, and 11 a.m. Register Now as this event will probably fill in advance!

Civic Center Offices Closed: Friday, April 3

Civic Center offices will be closed on Friday, April 3; however, the first floor reception desk will be open for In-person Absentee Voting purposes only.

Mark Your Calendar

Spring Lobby Party (Adults Over 50): Wednesday, April 8

Spring Hydrant Flushing begins Monday, April 13
Arbor Day Hunt begins Wednesday, April 15
Waukesha County Takeback Medication Collection : Saturday, April 25
Sussex Area Rummage Sale: May 1-2
Electronics Recycling Drop-off Event: May 2
Splash Pad Opens for the Season: May 22 (weather permitting)

Learn more about our special events on our website.