Sergeant of Police
Cross Plains Police Dept
Agency City
Cross Plains
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
Consider joining a highly-active, professional team in one of our most important roles: first line supervisor. The Village of Cross Plains (Population 4,200) is accepting applications for the position of Sergeant of Police. The Cross Plains Police Department is a full-time, full-service, law enforcement agency consisting of six full-time sworn officers, along with a full-time administrative assistant.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
Cross Plains is a busy, growing community located just west of Madison. Our department is professional, motivated, and holds a strong family atmosphere. Our Sergeant of Police will be responsible for overseeing the patrol divison, reporting to the Chief of Police. The Sergeant of Police must promote effective productivity through teamwork and unity of purpose. The Sergeant of Police will be responsible for reviewing reports, attending meetings, managing extra assignments, responding to calls for service, serve as the lead investigator, and acting as scene commander in lieu of the Chief of Police.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
- Extra earning potential through overtime
- Compensatory Time Off
- Progressive training throughout career
- Flex Time Off
- Opportunity to Assist with the Plans and Development of a New Police Department Building
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
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws
- Ability to deal effectively with people and lead a team
- Ability to analyze situations and make decisions based on facts and circumstances
- Ability to earn respect of subordinate officers and maintain good working relationships with all members of the department
- Ability to demonstrate good management and leadership qualities
- Ability to motivate personnel to perform their assigned duties
- Supervisory experience preferred but not required
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Psychological Examination
- Submit answers to the 3 questions on DJ-LE-330
- Apply early - we reserve the right to conduct a hiring process at any time
Contact Information:
2417 Brewery Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528
United States