Police Officer

• Low Cost Medical/Dental Insurance.
• RSA Retirement Benefits.
• Effective 10/12/2026, a 2% COLA will be added to the posted salary.

This is general duty police work involving protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The Police Officer is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime, apprehension of criminals, and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances in a designated area or an assigned shift. Work is performed in accordance with Departmental rules and regulations and established procedures. At times, it involves personal danger. A Police Officer must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent discretion in meeting emergencies. Assignments and instructions are received from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through reports and observation, and is usually available to assist on difficult problems. The Police Officer is routinely assigned to uniform patrol, but may be assigned to any other assignment as authorized by the Chief of Police.

• Reports for duty at the specified time and place wearing the required uniform, and all equipment necessary to sustain themselves until the completion of the tour of duty.
• Maintains equipment and uniforms in a neat and orderly fashion and make certain they are properly groomed in compliance with Department policy.
• Records necessary and pertinent information disseminated at roll call; inspects, maintains and operates assigned police vehicle in compliance with Department policy, routine patrol, preliminary investigations and traffic regulation duties which may be performed in vehicles, motorcycles or on foot.
• Inspects assigned patrol area for unusual or hazardous conditions and takes appropriate action when such conditions are found.
• Conducts frequent business and residence checks within assigned area.
• Investigates all suspicious persons and circumstances encountered while on duty.
• Prepares and submits factual written reports pertaining to assignments and any investigations necessary.
• Conducts preventive patrol during unassigned time.
• Processes and transports prisoners.
• Pursues, apprehends and questions persons who violate laws and ordinances.
• Maintains substantive knowledge of pertinent City, State and Federal laws and ordinances and maintains substantive knowledge and adheres to all Department policies and procedures.
• Collects and preserves evidence at crime scenes.
• Presents testimony in courts of law.
• Assist other officers with investigations or back-up as may be required.

Patrol Officers may be assigned or reassigned to any shift, or any of the following functions at any time at the discretion of the Chief of Police.

Field Training Officer – In addition to the above responsibilities, the Field Training Officer (FTO) must have at least two years experience as a Patrol Officer and is responsible for the training and evaluation of recruits assigned to him/her.

• Serves as a role model in the development of knowledge, abilities and skills needed to perform duties.
• Evaluates the development of recruits.
• Conveys essential information to trainees, and reviews specific skills in simulated situations and actual situations; projects enthusiasm during skill development that encourages self-confidence; positively communicates the expectations of the position; displays a patient and confident attitude during the learning process; uses the FTO Manual to ensure coverage of material; prepares objective training evaluations based on job-task performance and concerted effort; advises appropriate supervisory personnel of the recruit's progress and submits a Daily Observation Report through the chain of command.

Crime Scene Technician -

• Processes various crime scenes and evidence.
• Responsible for the proper collection, acceptance, storage, and inventory of department evidence.
• Reports to a Corporal assigned to Crime Scene and completes other assignments as directed by unit supervisors.
• Rotates crime scene on-call with other employees.
• Responsible for normal patrol duties when assigned.
• Works community policing details and other assignments when directed.

Street Crime Unit

• Reports to a Corporal and is assigned to Special Operations.
• Responsible for the investigation of vice and narcotic offenses.
• May be assigned to other crime prevention or enforcement details as directed by unit supervisors.
• Responsible for normal patrol duties when assigned.
• Rotates unit on-call responsibilities with other employees.
• Works community policing details and other assignments as directed.

Municipal Court Bailiff –

• Attends court every time court is convened to ensure that appropriate levels of security will prevail in court to protect the integrity of court procedures.
• Sustains the right of the individual before it, deters those who would take violent action against the court or participants in court procedures, and sustains the decorum of the court.
• Dresses in full uniform, including all departmentally sanctioned weapons normally worn with the uniform. A portable radio will also be carried when performing Bailiff duties, but the radio will not be turned on unless to summon assistance.
• While the court is in sessions, the Bailiff will be responsible for obeying all reasonable requests made by court personnel, which are consistent with the Bailiff duties.
• While performing duties as Bailiff, Officers will conduct themselves in such a manner so as not to bring discredit to the Madison Police Department.
• Officially opens and closes the court, and announces recesses and adjournments in a formal, defined manner; keeps the courtroom quiet and orderly during the court session.
• Assists in swearing in witnesses; acts as security to and from the court room for personnel of the court, when requested; assists in evacuation of the court room should an emergency arise; immediately notifies the police dispatcher when an emergency e