Police Officer
Onalaska Police Dept
Agency City
Holmen
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
We sponsor the academy! The City of Onalaska is seeking to hire and establish an eligibility list for anticipated vacancies occurring over the next year or until the next recruitment cycle for the position of Police Officer in the Onalaska Police department. Under the general supervision of the Shift Sergeant or other supervisory authority, an employee in this position is responsible for the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work involves patrolling assigned areas, responding to a variety of situations as directed, investigating activities, gathering information and evidence, securing areas, protecting victims, the public and property, apprehending violators and completing the appropriate documentation in a timely and efficient manner.
Written testing and physical agility on 10-21-25 (rain date 10-23-25) and interviews early November. Officers hired without certification receive 75% of the starting wage while attending the Law Enforcement Academy until certified. The City pays for academy costs - tuition, books, and police uniform gear.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
1. Reviews records and reports; receives briefings on incidents, wanted suspects, stolen vehicles/property, missing persons and other pertinent information.
2. Patrols assigned areas concentrating on high frequency crime locations and known trouble areas; identifies crime patterns and modus operandi used in crimes.
3. Investigates criminal and illegal activities, unusual or suspicious activities and conditions, traffic accidents, etc., enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
4. Prepares necessary reports, interviews, narratives and follow-ups for violations and complaints; issues necessary citations or warning notices as appropriate; transports arrestees to the appropriate facility as circumstances and department policy dictates.
5. Evaluates erratic or impaired driving, conducts field sobriety tests and make Operating Motor Vehicle While Impaired (OMVWI) arrests if probable cause exists for the arrest.
6. Responds to any calls for assistance.
7. Investigates traffic crashes, completing necessary documents and provides the necessary services as a result of the crash (e.g., First Aid, traffic control, call towing service, etc.).
8. Observes traffic flow for violations identifying areas of traffic concern; issues warnings/citations to violators consistent with department policy.
9. Queries suspects through the Criminal Information Bureau (CIB) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) for wants/warrants’ probation/parole status; criminal history, etc. to facilitate investigations. Makes arrests, as necessary.
10. Provides necessary medical, physical, or protective services to ensure the safety of crime victims, citizens, or property.
11. Gathers vice and narcotics information and takes enforcement action. Passes along information on organized crime, vice and narcotics activities to the appropriate enforcement agency or bureau.
12. Investigates child abuse/neglect complaints, gathers all initial information, performs, or ensures that all necessary evidence collection is completed and completes necessary reports. Refers complaint(s) to supervisory authority for follow up when needed.
Lateral Transfer Program Details:
Officers with full-time experience with another agency start at a comparable wage and vacation tier that correlates with prior certified law enforcement experience. Officers with experience receive up to a maximum of six (6) weeks of vacation with a starting wage between $34.81 to $39.46 per hour, depending on experience.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Longevity Pay
- 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
- 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 Age18
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:
W8022 Vermeer Street
Onalaska, WI 54650
United States