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Police Officer

Barron Police Dept

Agency City
Barron
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

Patrol officers in the City of Barron are responsible for protecting citizens by preventing crime, enforcing State laws and City ordinances. Duties include responding to calls for service, investigating incidents, conducting traffic enforcement, completing paperwork, participating in community policing events, testifying in court, fulfilling court orders by serving warrants and commitments.

Lateral Transfer Program Details:

Laterals will be paid at 100 % on day one (38.19) in 2026, (39.72) in 2027 and (41.31) in 2028. There is also a .40 cent night (6P-6A) differential. Normally, new employees without experience will start at 90% of pay, upon 6 months 95% of pay and upon completion of year 1 at 100%. New applicants with no experience being sponsored through the academy will be paid 75% until completion of the academy. Laterals will receive vacation at the number of full-time years in law enforcement after year one aligning with the Union Contract.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$38.19
-
Salary Maximum
$38.19
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays
10

Qualifications:

Qualifications
  • 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
  • U.S. citizen

Education Requirements:

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

Notes:

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

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Joseph Vierkandt
Application Contact Title
Chief of Police
Application Contact Agency
Barron Police Department
Application Contact Address

510 East La Salle Avenue
Barron, WI 54812
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(715) 537-3101
Email
Application Contact Email
vierkandt@barronpd.com

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
Resume

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