Police Officer
The posting
From llm board · read Nov 2, 2026 · originalAT THIS TIME, WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WHO ARE CURRENTLY CERTIFIABLE. WE ARE NOT LOOKING TO SPONSOR AN APPLICANT AT THIS TIME. Please email your DJ-LE-330 and Resume to Chief Heather Wolfe at chief@cupd.org.
Reason for Announcement
Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy
Type of Opening
Full-Time
Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities
Hiring a certified Full-Time Officer to enforce state laws and city ordinances in the City of Cumberland. Officers work 12 hour shifts (6p-6a, 6a-6p, or 4p-4a) on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule (every other weekend off). Cumberland Police Department has a great training budget to allow officers to excel in areas of interest. Officers can be hired at a higher vacation rate than the starting rate with prior law enforcement experience. -Room for advancement to Sergeant -Department that supports specified training in your areas of interest -Great technology to assist in the performance of your duties. For example: new computers, new body cameras, new dash cameras, automated license plate readers, surveillance cameras throughout the City and more. Come work for a beautiful City with a great, supportive community!
Salary
Salary Minimum
$39.29
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
Benefits
Benefits
Clothing Allowance
Deferred Compensation
Dental
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation
Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays: 10
Other Benefits
Night Differential $.50 per hour
60 hours of vacation in the first year. 1-3 years = 96 hours. 3-10 years = 156 hours , 11-16 years = 204 hours, and 16+ years = 264 hours of vacation
Uniform Allowance
Qualifications
Qualifications
Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
Ability to perform essential functions of this position
Ability to possess a firearm
Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Driver's license
Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
Good driving record
Good physical condition
Good verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
No domestic abuse convictions
No felony convictions
React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
U.S. citizen
Vision correctable to 20/20
Other Qualifications
AT THIS TIME, WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WHO ARE CURRENTLY CERTIFIABLE.
Education Requirements
Education Requirements
High school diploma
60 college credits / Associate's degree
Notes
Notes
Background Check
Drug Screening
Medical Examination
Oral Interviews
Affirmative Action (AA)
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
About Cumberland PD
Full department page- Starting pay$81,723
- Top of scaleNot published
- Sworn officers (2025)8
- Open jobs1
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