Police Officer
Salary: $68,452.00 – $83,969.60 Annually.
Essential Functions:
- Patrol assignments, as directed;
- Enforcement of all applicable local/county ordinances, State Statutes and Federal laws through surveillance, investigation and/or arrest, as appropriate, including the issuance of tickets for violations;
- Compliance with all policies and procedures of the department;
- Respond and follow through on citizen complaints;
- Traffic control measures for accidents, events, obstacles, incidents, crime scenes, and other activities, as needed;
- Recognize, locate, obtain and secure evidence while preserving the chain of custody;
- Prepare written reports and record maintenance, including daily log entries, daily activity sheets, incident investigations, arrests, and other records;
- Participate in court case preparation, appearances and prosecution as required;
- Provide first aid, residential and/or business security checks, crisis assistance, and other safety or security activities, as needed;
- Maintain vehicles, tools and equipment, used in the performance of the position;
- Serve as a positive community resource by establishing and maintaining working relationships with residents, businesses and visitors;
- Provide public education information to residents, schools and groups, concerning public safety, as assigned;
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- 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
- 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
- Minimum age 21