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Police Officer

Weyauwega Police Dept

Agency City
Weyauwega
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

This position is under the general direction of the Patrol Sergeant, performs a full range of police duties necessary to enforce the law. Investigates complaints, maintains order, aids individuals, and identifies criminal offenders. Identifies law enforcement problems, resolves conflicts, and provides other police services to the public as necessary. Performs a variety of unplanned physical tasks which include the restraining of violent individuals or animals, running as fast as possible while chasing, climbing fences and responding to EMS and rescue emergencies. Officers must wear gun belts and handle street barricades, EMS equipment such as oxygen, drug boxes, patients, and stretchers. Decisions within areas of responsibility are made independently. Supervision received is general. Weekly work plans are established with periodic review of progress. There is frequent interaction with the general public.

Lateral Transfer Program Details:

At the City’s sole discretion, the lateral entry officer may be eligible for a higher wage commensurate with the Officer’s prior full-time experience, not to exceed the current wage schedule, and the lateral entry officer may be eligible for vacation accrual commensurate up to the Officer’s prior full-time experience not to exceed the current vacation schedule. No other contractual benefits or privileges are extended to recognize prior service without agreement between the City and applicant. Lateral entry officers shall be subject to probationary period.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$53,000.00
-
Salary Maximum
$56,000.00
per
Salary Type
Year
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Longevity Pay
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Other Benefits
  • Pay is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Number of Paid Holidays
10

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
  • 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
  • Minimum Age:
    Minimum Age
    21

Education Requirements:

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

Notes:

Notes
  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening
  • Medical Examination
  • Oral Interviews
  • Psychological Examination
Affirmative Action (AA)
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Brandon J. Leschke
Application Contact Title
Chief of Police
Application Contact Agency
Weyauwega Police Department
Application Contact Address

109 E Main Street
P.O. Box 470
Weyauwega, WI 54983
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(920) 867-4141 130
Fax
Application Contact Fax
(920) 867-4142
Email
Application Contact Email
bleschke@cityofweyauwega-wi.gov
Website
Application Contact Website

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
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