Police Officer

The Village of McFarland is a growing suburban village of about 9,800 residents located in Dane County, Wisconsin, sitting on the northeast shore of Lake Waubesa just south of Madison. The Police Department has 18 sworn officers and 2 non-sworn office staff. Come work for a progressive department that prides itself in community involvement, outreach programs, and a strong relationship with the school district. We have all the latest equipment to enhance your patrol operations, a new police department building, and a positive culture where officers enjoy coming to work. Management supports officer activity and works with you to help you achieve your career goals.

Reason for Announcement

Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy
Establish eligibility list
Type of Opening
Full-Time

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities
***Lateral Transfer Only Recruitment*** The Police Officer position is responsible for answering calls for service, traffic enforcement, addressing criminal behavior and quality of life issues, and proactive patrol in the Village. We are a community driven Department that emphasizes officers engaging and participating in Community Outreach Programs. Specialty assignments include School Resource Officer, Community Resource Officer, K9 Unit, Peer Support, Training Instructors, and Drone Team.

Lateral Transfer Program Details

***This is a lateral transfer only hiring process.*** You must be currently employed in a law enforcement agency and in good standing to apply for this position. Initial compensation and vacation may be at a higher step, but shall not exceed the applicant's actual years of full-time law enforcement employment. Lateral transfer candidates may be allowed up to 400 hours of sick leave to be transferred from their previous department. Candidates with more than 36 months of continuous law enforcement services may also be eligible for the educational incentive program (3% - Associates Degree, 5% - Bachelor's Degree, 7% - Master's Degree). The Police Department expects a vacancy to happen in October 2026 and a second vacancy in January 2027.

Salary

Salary Minimum
$67,470.00
-
Salary Maximum
$84,279.00
per
Salary Type
Year
Dependent on Qualifications

Benefits

Benefits
Clothing Allowance
Deferred Compensation
Dental
Education Incentive Pay
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation
Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays: 11
Other Benefits
2 Paid Floating Holidays

Vaction Hours

0 to 5 Years - 120 hours
6 to 10 Years - 160 hours
11 to 20 Years - 200 hours
21 Years or more - 240 hours

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
Clear and concise speech
Driver's license
Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
Good driving record
Good physical condition
Good verbal and written communication skills
No domestic abuse convictions
No felony convictions
Previous experience
React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
U.S. citizen
Vision correctable to 20/20

Education Requirements

Education Requirements
High school diploma
60 college credits / Associate's degree

Notes

Notes
Background Check
Drug Screening
Medical Examination
Oral Interviews
Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
Psychological Examination
Vision Examination
Written Exam
Other Notes
Applicants must answer the 3 questions in section 6 of the DJ-LE-330
Please fill out the most current version of the DJ-LE-330 form
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American Disability Act (ADA)
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