Captain of Police
Belleville Police Dept
Agency City
Belleville
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
SMALL TOWN POLICING OFFERS MORE THAN YOU THINK. Belleville, Wisconsin is a beautiful, affordable, and friendly up-and-coming community with attractions and opportunities for everyone. Our community rests within Green and Dane counties. We are located 30 minutes south of Madison, WI (Go Bucky!) and 10 minutes north of New Glarus, WI (home of Spotted Cow).
The Belleville Police Department prides itself on our teamwork, camaraderie, community engagement and problem-oriented policing strategies. We value diversity, as well as respecting the dignity and rights of each other and those we serve. In partnership with our community, we strive to enact strategies and initiatives which affect crime, disorder and have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our team and community, thereby creating a safer environment for all. Our efforts are reflected in the greatly appreciated support we receive from our community.
We are seeking a forward-thinking, servant-leader to be our next Captain of Police. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and growing community, build and mentor a dedicated team of officers and support staff, and help shape the future of policing in a great community and department. The Captain of Police will play a key role in supporting a culture of integrity, innovation, and community engagement—building, while helping shape and guide strategic initiatives in a vibrant and growing Small Community with a Big Heart. Come join our team; we can't wait to meet you!
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
The Captain of Police is a top-level management law enforcement position within the Police Department, who is responsible for assisting the Chief of Police in discharging their duties and responsibilities, and if need be, assuming said duties and responsibilities in their absence. The Captain of Police is routinely responsible for both the administrative and operational direction and management of subordinate staff to ensure delivery of quality police services. The duties and responsibilities of this position involve, but are not limited to, providing preventive patrol, responding to calls for service, traffic enforcement, assisting police officers on calls for service, research, preparing reports and assignments, implementation of approved service plans; coordinating, directing, evaluating, mentoring, and supervising of subordinate staff; assisting in creating and meeting department goals, objectives and budget; commanding emergency situations; coordinating and/or conducting training.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
- No residency requirement
- Work with Lieutenant Jax, our locally famous feline crime fighter.
- A kitchen with appliances that rival any fire departments.
- The Village offers an excellent health benefit package through the State of Wisconsin Employee Trust Fund
- The Village will pay for the WPPA Critical Incident Representation Associate Membership
- Primarily scheduled Monday through Friday, unless otherwise directed by the Chief of Police.
- Flexible scheduling, as long as duties and responsibilities, as well as operational needs are being met.
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
- Previous experience
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- Supervisory/Management Experience
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
- Minimum Age:
Minimum Age21
- A minimum of five (7) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience.
- At least two (2) years of supervisory level experience.
- One (1) year of middle management experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies, including involvement in criminal justice processes.
- Other combination of training and/or experience can be demonstrated as a result in the possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position may also be considered.
- Must be a certified law enforcement officer with the State of Wisconsin and maintain such certification.
Education Requirements:
Successful completion of basic two (2) week law enforcement supervisory school and/or leadership course.
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
- Psychological Examination
- Vision Examination
- Written Exam
- Use DJ-LE-330 revision 06/2022
- Do not complete the essay questions in Section 6 of DJ-LE-330
- Will need to be able supervise staff working the afternoon or early evening tours.
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
61 Frederick Street
PO Box 165
Belleville, WI 53508
United States