Police Officer
Sparta Police Dept
Agency City
Sparta
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
Consider joining a highly-active, professional team. We have an opening for one full time Police Officer due to an additional position being added to our department. We offer a lateral hiring scale package of pay and vacation. Find more information at https://www.spartawisconsin.org/police-department/page/employment Our department provides outstanding wellness and training opportunities including in-house Gracie Jiu Jitsu training, monthly open range, and an upgraded fitness space. Anticipated start date January 1, 2027. Apply early as we reserve the right to run a hiring process at any time.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
Sparta is a busy, growing community located just off the Interstate. Our department is professional, motivated, and works as a team. We have a new police department facility with the latest technology. We are focused on progressively training and developing our officers throughout their careers, and supporting them both personally and professionally. We are seeking highly-driven individuals to join our team.
Lateral Transfer Program Details:
We offer a lateral transfer program that includes pay and vacation based on years of service.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
- No residency requirements
- 12 hour shifts with every-other FRI/SAT/SUN off
- Specialty team assignments available
- New department building and technology
- Extra earning potential through overtime
- Progressive training throughout career
- On-duty workout time including Gracie/Jiu Jitsu
- Each officer has their own desk
- Indoor open range time every month
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
- Driver's license
- Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
- Minimum Age:
Minimum Age18
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
- Psychological Examination
- Residency Required
- Vision Examination
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
711 Pine Street
Sparta, WI 54656
United States