Police Officer

Summary

Patrol OfficerA patrol officer's responsibility involves the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances in a designated area on an assigned shift, or on special assignments. The work involves an element of personal danger and the employee must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies. The work assignments are general, and special instructions are received from a supervisor. Work is reviewed by inspection, observation of results and thorough oral and written reports.Responsibilities include patrolling city streets, roads and public places, checking buildings to ensure safety, directing traffic, investigating automobile accidents, making arrests, investigating suspicious incidents, issuing warnings or citations, operating police vehicles, detecting and interviewing suspicious persons, answering calls for service, conducting follow-up investigations, operating equipment for detecting intoxicants, serving as traffic controller at special events, providing assistance and information to citizens, reporting maintenance needs, testifying in court proceedings, investigating hazardous conditions, checking for stray animals, attending training classes, being proficient in the use and care of firearms, maintaining records, operating computer systems, and demonstrating clear communications skills.Qualifications include an associate degree in police science or relevant bachelor's degree, or 60 semester hours undergraduate credits in law enforcement or related field, or law enforcement experience prior to February 1, 1993. A valid state of Wisconsin operator's license is preferred, and residency within 25 miles of the public safety building within 18 months is required.Knowledge, skills, and abilities include reading and interpreting policy manuals, technical manuals, state statutes, city ordinances, and other related materials concerning police work; performing basic mathematical calculations; interpreting statistical data and reports; interpreting graphs; applying situational reasoning by exercising good judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in complex situations.Benefits include union governance, a probationary period, sick leave, holidays, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, retirement system, health savings account, flexible benefits plan, physical exam, drug test, background check, miscellaneous benefits including tuition reimbursement, disability insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, employee assistance program, deferred compensation plans, and college savings plan.

Job Description

Patrol OfficerA patrol officer's responsibility involves the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances in a designated area on an assigned shift, or on special assignments. The work involves an element of personal danger and the employee must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies. The work assignments are general, and special instructions are received from a supervisor. Work is reviewed by inspection, observation of results and thorough oral and written reports.Responsibilities include patrolling city streets, roads and public places, checking buildings to ensure safety, directing traffic, investigating automobile accidents, making arrests, investigating suspicious incidents, issuing warnings or citations, operating police vehicles, detecting and interviewing suspicious persons, answering calls for service, conducting follow-up investigations, operating equipment for detecting intoxicants, serving as traffic controller at special events, providing assistance and information to citizens, reporting maintenance needs, testifying in court proceedings, investigating hazardous conditions, checking for stray animals, attending training classes, being proficient in the use and care of firearms, maintaining records, operating computer systems, and demonstrating clear communications skills.Qualifications include an associate degree in police science or relevant bachelor's degree, or 60 semester hours undergraduate credits in law enforcement or related field, or law enforcement experience prior to February 1, 1993. A valid state of Wisconsin operator's license is preferred, and residency within 25 miles of the public safety building within 18 months is required.Knowledge, skills, and abilities include reading and interpreting policy manuals, technical manuals, state statutes, city ordinances, and other related materials concerning police work; performing basic mathematical calculations; interpreting statistical data and reports; interpreting graphs; applying situational reasoning by exercising good judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in complex situations.Benefits include union governance, a probationary period, sick leave, holidays, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, retirement system, health savings account, flexible benefits plan, physical exam, drug test, background check, miscellaneous benefits including tuition reimbursement, disability insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, employee assistance program, deferred compensation plans, and college savings plan.