Police Officer

Salary: $31.34 – $43.93 per hour

Closing Date: September 25, 2026

Position Summary:

The Beaver Dam Police Department is seeking motivated, community-focused individuals to join our team as full-time Police Officers. Whether you are a certified officer or someone ready to begin a career in law enforcement, Beaver Dam Police Department offers a supportive, professional environment where officers are valued, trusted, and given room to grow. We are proud of our strong community relationships, proactive policing approach, and our family-oriented culture that supports both professional success and work-life balance.

Essential Functions:

• Strong communication and decision-making skills
• The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Physical and mental readiness for law enforcement duties
• A commitment to professionalism and integrity

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
• 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

• High school diploma and 60 college credits or an Associate’s degree (must obtain within 5 years of date of hire).