Police Officer
Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department
Agency City
Madison
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
Entry-level VA Police Officers support a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for Veterans, staff, and visitors at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison. Officers conduct foot and vehicle patrols, respond to calls for service, enforce federal and VA regulations, and assist in maintaining order on VA property. Responsibilities include performing preliminary investigations, issuing citations, making arrests when necessary, and preparing clear, accurate reports. Officers play a key role in de escalation, crisis intervention, and community engagement, ensuring respectful and professional interactions with the Veteran community. They uphold VA standards, safeguard facilities, and work closely with medical staff to support the overall mission of Veteran care.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- 20% Retention incentive applied after 90 days
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 domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- Previous experience
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
- Psychological Examination
- Vision Examination
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
2500 Overlook Terrace
Madison, WI 53705
United States
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