Police Officer
West Bend Police Dept
Agency City
West Bend
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
The City of West Bend is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer from current sworn law enforcement officers and candidates eligible for certification as of 12/31/26.
Reason for Announcement:
Lateral Transfer Program Details:
The City of West Bend is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer from current sworn law enforcement officers and candidates eligible for certification as of 12/31/26. Candidates must be at least 20 years of age, have excellent character, possess or be able to obtain a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, and be able to perform the essential functions of a law enforcement officer. Candidates must be LESB certifiable before being hired, which includes having completed a minimum of 60 college credits, successfully completed a Wisconsin Basic Recruit School by 12/31/26, or be able to pass the State Reciprocity Exam. Lateral transfer salary and vacation time adjustments are available for qualified candidates with prior experience as a certified law enforcement officer. Tuition reimbursement for self-funded Recruit School is available upon successful completion of the probationary period. The patrol salary range based on the current contract effective 12/20/26 is $77,328 - $99,363 plus benefits.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
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
- Driver's license
- Good driving record
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- No felony convictions
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
- Minimum Age:
Minimum Age20
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
- Psychological Examination
- Vision Examination
- Written Exam
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
350 Vine Street
West Bend, WI 53095
United States