Police Officer

Reason for Announcement

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

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities
Maintain a safe community through patrol activities, respond to calls for service, crime prevention, problem solving, conduct criminal investigations, enforce state laws & local ordinances including traffic laws, ability to communicate & resolve conflicts, testify in court, and complete official records & reports.

Lateral Transfer Program Details

Applications for Lateral Transfers will also be accepted. Factors considered in a lateral applicant's entry wage include the level of certification, agency size, specialized training and assignments and other job related factors that would help an officer be successful in our agency. "Police experience" refers to completion of a probationary period and currently employed by a municipal, county or state police agency. Corrections, reserve officers, security officers and federal experience does not fulfill our requirement for certified police experience as a lateral applicant. Successful lateral candidates who are currently employed full-time will start at a higher pay step than entry level candidates, up to top pay.

Salary

Salary Minimum
$33.05
-
Salary Maximum
$38.87
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
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: 11

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
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
Vision Examination
Affirmative Action (AA)
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)