Police Officer
UW - Whitewater Police Dept
Agency City
Whitewater
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
At UW–Whitewater Police Department, we believe great policing starts with taking care of our people. Our philosophy is built upon a commitment to community-policing supported by a strong team culture, and a workplace where officers are treated with respect internally and externally. We offer favorable scheduling - 10 hour shifts 4 on / 3 off, which supports real work/life balance and officers have weekends OFF every other month (i.e.. January, March, May, etc. all weekends off). We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including K9, Detective, Drone Team, Mobile Field Force, Dignitary Protection, SART, Evidence Technician, Peer Support, Designated Marksman, Drug Unit Task Force, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Team, and many more. If you’re looking for a department that invests in you, values teamwork, and supports long-term growth, UW–Whitewater Police is the place to build your career. Filling this retirement will move quickly and closes MARCH 1, 2026. Benefits include but aren’t limited to: • All necessary uniforms provided • All patrol gear and equipment provided, included load bearing vest carriers • Individually issued suppressed patrol rifles • Department issued RDS ready duty weapons • 45 minutes of ON-DUTY workout time • Excellent State Group Health insurance plans to pick from • $2,000 Insurance Opt-out • Dental and life insurance • Wisconsin Retirement fund • Tuition Reimbursement • 130 hours annual sick leave • Up to 216 hours of Vacation • 9 paid holidays and 36 hours of personal holiday
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the provision of law enforcement functions, technical aspects of law enforcement, coordination of specialty functions and security services for the agency and community. This position reports to and works under the general supervision of a Lieutenant. Depending upon circumstances, situations and operations, this position may also report to the Chief/Director and his or her designee.
Lateral Transfer Program Details:
UW-Whitewater PD strongly encourages lateral transfers to apply. Qualified candidates with prior service are eligible for an accelerated pay scale and excellent work environment. Call 262-472-1429 to set up a ride-a-long to see if our agency would be a good fit for you.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Dental
- Education Incentive Pay
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
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
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. citizen
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
- Psychological Examination
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
790 W. Starin Road
Whitewater, WI 53190
United States