Live and Work Remote in Dodge County
Total Incentive
$6,600
Description
Work From Anywhere, Belong in Dodge County
From watching thousands of migrating waterfowl over the famous Horicon Marsh to spending summer sunsets on Beaver Dam Lake or hiking the dolomite cliffs at Ledge Park, Dodge County delivers a true Wisconsin lifestyle. Enjoy historic downtown shopping districts, locally owned spots, and year round community traditions that make it simple to plug in and feel at home from your very first week.
Your Welcome Package
Get ready to feel at home! We’ve put together an updated incentive package valued at $6,600 designed to cover relocation costs, connect you with community leaders, and give you VIP access to Dodge County’s best landmarks and local experiences:
💵 $5,500 Cash for Relocation: Start your next chapter with a direct cash stipend toward moving expenses or settling into your new home.
✉️ Official Welcome: Welcome letter from County Administrator Cameron Clapper.
🤝 Local Ambassador Connection: Matched with a local ambassador to help you get acquainted, build connections, and plug into the community.
🗺️ Dodge County Tourism & Community Guides: Guides to local resources, connections, and ways to get involved.
🧢 Dodge County Branded Gear
🏕️ Park Camping Weekend: Reserved campsite for one weekend at a Dodge County park, plus two bundles of firewood.
🦅 Horicon Marsh Sightseeing Experiences: 60-minute sightseeing tour of the Horicon Marsh for 2 adults and admission for 2 adults and 2 children to the Explorium at Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center.
🍽️ Taste of Dodge County Gift Card Pack: A collection of gift cards featuring local favorite restaurants and eateries.
💼 1-Year Individual Membership to the Beaver Dam Chamber of Commerce
🧠 Professional & Personal Development: 1-Year MyGrow Emotional Intelligence Training individual subscription and $50 discount on EQi Emotional Intelligence Assessment with Cultural Reconstruction, LLC.
🎯 New Resident Passport Activity: Complete 6 out of 8 local experiences during your first six months to receive a Family Picnic Basket (includes a Dodge County branded picnic blanket and product samples from local shops):
- Walk Ledge Park
- Bike part of the Wild Goose State Trail
- Attend the Dodge County Fair
- Visit one of the downtown shopping districts
- Visit Horicon Marsh
- Eat at a locally owned restaurant
- Attend one community festival
- Visit a Dodge County Museum or Historic Site
How It Works in Dodge County
🔎 Explore Local Opportunities – Browse current openings through Dodge County’s regional job boards, workforce partners, and local employer networks to find roles that align with your skills and goals.
📄 Apply & Connect – Reach out to companies that are actively hiring and eager to welcome new talent into their teams and communities.
🚚 Relocate with Support – Make your move with confidence. Dodge County’s welcoming cities and towns are ready to help you get settled, get connected, and thrive both professionally and personally.
Dodge County: More Than a Move, It’s a Community
This is a place where neighbors look out for one another, where weekends are spent out on the water, trailing through nature reserves, or catching up at local markets. Remote work gives you flexibility—Dodge County gives you breathing room, natural beauty, and a genuine sense of belonging that makes it easy to feel right at home.
Am I eligible?
Dodge County, WI is currently recruiting remote workers who:
Are employed full-time and able to relocate while retaining their current position, or
Are self-employed and able to relocate while retaining their current clients/portfolio
Have an annual household income of at least $55,000
Are 18 years or older
Currently reside outside of Wisconsin
Must relocate primary residence to Dodge County within 6 months
In order to be considered by Dodge County, you must provide proof of the above eligibility criteria
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Meet the Program Manager
Benjamin is your go to local for all things Dodge County. He will answer your questions, help you access your program incentives, and get connected to your new community in Dodge County!
Living in Dodge County
Learn about where you could live, before you get there. The below Places are eligible relocation destinations for this Program.
We’ve helped 4,000+ people move since 2021.
Program Sponsors
This program is sponsored by the Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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