Police Officer
Winneconne Police Department
Agency City
WINNECONNE
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
The Village of Winneconne Police Department is seeking motivated, community-focused law enforcement professionals to join our team. Whether you are an experienced lateral officer or a newly certifiable candidate ready to begin your career, this is an opportunity to become part of a progressive department serving one of Wisconsin's fastest-growing communities. Located along the scenic Wolf River just 10 minutes west of Oshkosh, Winneconne offers an outstanding quality of life with excellent schools, abundant outdoor recreation, strong community support for law enforcement, and exciting opportunities to help shape the future of a growing municipality. As the Village continues to expand with significant residential and commercial development, our officers play an active role in community engagement, public safety planning, and problem-solving while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit department where every employee makes a meaningful impact. Why Join the Winneconne Police Department? Invested in Your Success We believe great policing begins by investing in our officers. Our department continues to modernize its operations through investments in:
• Modern police vehicles and fleet replacement program
• Updated patrol technology and equipment
• Department-owned outdoor firearms training range
• In-house EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course) training
• Modern evidence management utilizing The BEAST digital evidence system
• Ongoing equipment, technology, and officer safety enhancements Regional Partnerships
While maintaining the advantages of a community-oriented police department, our officers routinely collaborate with:
• Winnebago County Sheriff's Office
• Omro Police Department
• Wisconsin State Patrol
• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
• Wisconsin Department of Justice
• Neighboring municipal police agencies
• Regional Fire and EMS partners
• Local schools, businesses, and community organizations
These partnerships provide opportunities to participate in joint operations, specialized investigations, mutual aid responses, regional training, and professional networking that help officers continue developing throughout their careers. More Than Patrol Our officers do much more than answer calls. Working in a progressive small-town department provides opportunities to become involved in numerous specialty assignments and initiatives, including:
• Community policing
• Traffic safety initiatives
• Follow-up investigations
• Marine and recreational event policing
• Evidence management
• Crime prevention
• Ordinance enforcement
• Community outreach
• Special events
• Emergency management support • Problem-oriented policing initiatives Why Winneconne? This is more than a patrol position—it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing community while serving alongside dedicated professionals who value teamwork, integrity, accountability, and service. If you're looking for a department where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and your career can continue to grow, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Village of Winneconne Police Department.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
Because of our department's size, officers gain experience across many facets of law enforcement while developing skills that larger agencies often reserve for specialized units. Position Responsibilities Officers perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties, including but not limited to:
• Patrol assigned areas by vehicle and on foot
• Respond to calls for service
• Conduct criminal and traffic investigations
• Traffic enforcement
• Crash investigations
• Community engagement and neighborhood policing
• Building and business security checks
• Follow-up investigations
• Ordinance enforcement
• Parking enforcement
• Court appearances
• Report writing and case documentation
• Participation in training and community events
• Mutual aid and emergency response operations Schedule
• Four (4) days on / Five (5) days off
• Twelve-hour shifts
• Approximately 1,947 scheduled hours annually
• Overtime opportunities available Compensation continues to increase pursuant to the Patrol Officer Collective Bargaining Agreement and years of service.
Outstanding Benefits The Village offers an excellent benefits package, including:
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Generous PTO program
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Deferred Compensation
• Uniform/Clothing Allowance
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- 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
- Vision correctable to 20/20
- Minimum Age:
Minimum Age21
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Psychological Examination
Contact Information:
30 S 1st St
PO Box 488
WINNECONNE, WI 54986
United States