Police Officer

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners for the City of West Allis is accepting applications for the position of police officer beginning October 7th, 2026, to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. Candidates must be a certified law enforcement officer in the State of Wisconsin and must have completed an LESB-recognized law enforcement training academy to be eligible. Out-of-state candidates who are current law enforcement officers, completed an out-of-state preparatory law enforcement academy, and eligible for a waiver of Wisconsin preparatory law enforcement academy under LESB policy and procedure may be eligible for consideration. Those who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this process. Application Instructions: The application, in its entirety, must be completed online. Transcripts: Applicants can send official transcripts to cmarks@westalliswi.gov if provided directly from College or University. Review 2026 Police Officer Job Announcement (PDF) Review Fingerprint Privacy Statement and Challenge Notice (PDF) This is responsible and specialized work in a semi-military type of organization which requires employees to take orders and perform all assigned duties quickly and effectively. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Typical duties include: Stop vehicles to investigate, cite or arrest occupants; investigate vehicle accidents; answer bank and burglar alarms; physically examine and test doors and windows of dwellings and businesses; direct traffic at accidents, parades, crime scenes and for emergency vehicles; conduct plain view searches and searches based on probable causes. Operate and maintain control of police vehicle under various conditions and engage in high-speed pursuits or emergency response driving. Push vehicles and remove hazards from obstructing traffic; request emergency assistance for traffic accidents; coordinate actions of other officers arriving as backups; package and transport property and evidence; collect evidence including trace, biological and personal property from crime and accident scenes; recover and inventory stolen property. Assist paramedics and EMTs with the treatment of injured or ill people; search unconscious or helpless persons in emergencies; administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Handcuff suspects or prisoners; subdue attacking or resisting persons; use chemical spray, baton, electronic control device, pistol, rifle or shotgun to defend self or others or during training exercises; conduct a frisk or pat down search of persons. Verbally communicate using portable and car radios; use computer keyboard for report writing. Respond to general information questions from the public; interview complainants, witnesses, drivers, etc.; explain the nature of criminal offenses to offenders; inspect driver's licenses; mediate civil disputes; interrogate or interview suspects; advise person of constitutional rights; testify in court or at other legal proceedings; issue a citation or summons to offenders in lieu of making a custodial arrest. Support the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Wisconsin and the Ordinances of the City of West Allis; actively support the policies and procedures, programs, objectives and philosophies of the Department; conduct thorough investigations on all assignments and submit complete reports in accordance with current departmental reporting procedures; take appropriate action on all matters requiring police attention, whether in response to a specific assignment, by personal observation while patrolling an assigned district, or performing the tasks associated with other general assignments; direct efforts toward the development and reinforcement of good community-police relations; inspect all assigned equipment at the beginning of a tour of duty to assure its sufficiency and proper operation, and report any deficiencies to the supervisor; and be familiar with all possible aspects of an assignment and strive for excellence in performing the duties so assigned. Click Here To Review Full Job Description (PDF) An applicant must meet minimum requirements for Police Officer at the time he/she applies: 1. Age 21 years and over by date of hire (photocopy of Birth Certificate required). 2. Citizenship Must be a U.S. citizen. 3. Certification Candidates must meet one of the following: A. Currently certified law enforcement officer in the State of Wisconsin and have previously completed the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) 720-hour preparatory law enforcement academy. B. Have voluntarily separated from a Wisconsin law enforcement position after completing the LESB 720-hour preparatory law enforcement academy, with good record, and have been separated from law enforcement employment for less than three (3) years. C. Current law enforcement officer out-of-state, completed an out-of-state preparatory law enforcement academy, and be eligible for a waiver of Wisconsin preparatory training under LESB policy and procedure. 4. Education Applicants must possess from a nationally and/or regionally accredited university or college: A. Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, by January 1st, 2027 OR B. Associates Degree in Police Science, or a closely related field, by January 1st, 2027 OR C. Sixty college credits in Police Science/Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, as of January 1st, 2027 NOTE: Certified College or University transcripts (no copies) must be included in a sealed envelope from the granting college or university with an application before it will be accepted and processed. Transcripts can also be sent electronically directly from the College or University to Deputy Chief Christopher Marks at cmarks@westalliswi.gov. If final transcripts are not available, a letter from the college or university Registrar’s office is required. The letter, addressed to the City of W