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Police Officer

West Milwaukee Police Dept

Agency City
West Milwaukee
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

WMPD officers generally work an eight-hour shift (4 on-2 off rotation). Current residency requirements are 30 miles from the police department. New candidates will have five years to complete 60 college credits. WMPD will cover pay and costs during the police academy.

Lateral Transfer Program Details:

Lateral officers will be starting at a higher wage and vacation based on years of service. Current certified officers do not have to take the written entrance exam. Interested LEOs are encouraged to participate in a ride along to see if our department is a good fit for you.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$33.12
-
Salary Maximum
$45.51
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Longevity Pay
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays
11

Qualifications:

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
  • Driver's license
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • No felony convictions
  • Minimum Age:
    Minimum Age
    20

Education Requirements:

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

Notes:

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

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Tony Munoz
Application Contact Title
Sergeant
Application Contact Agency
Village of West Milwaukee Police Department
Application Contact Address

4755 W Beloit Road
West Milwaukee, WI, WI 53214
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(414) 645-2151
Email
Application Contact Email
anthony.munoz@westmilwaukeewi.gov
Website

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