Community-Driven Police Officer

City of Sheboygan; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Annual HSA contribution

Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

City of Sheboygan is seeking a police officer to work under general supervision in partnership with the public to prevent crime and provide day-to-day police services. The role emphasizes community policing, impartial enforcement of Wisconsin laws and city ordinances while upholding citizens' Constitutional rights.

Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to diverse calls for service, conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, preparing reports, and testifying in court.

Qualifications

• Citizen of the United States and at least 18 years old.
• Sixty college credits with a minimum C average from an accredited institution.
• No felony or domestic abuse convictions; legally able to possess a firearm.

Responsibilities

• Operate a law enforcement vehicle in emergencies and challenging conditions.
• Detain with lawful authority when reasonable suspicion or probable cause exists.
• Patrol city streets and deter traffic violations, crimes and ordinances.
• Respond to diverse calls and investigate incidents including DV, theft and burglaries.
• Interview witnesses, suspects and victims; prepare comprehensive reports and testify in court.
• Conduct surveillance, execute warrants and subpoenas; read legal documents.

Skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Teamwork

Legal knowledge

Public interaction

Computer skills

First aid/CPR/AED

Education

60 college credits (C average)

US citizenship

18+ years old

No felony or domestic abuse convictions

Job description

City of Sheboygan is seeking a police officer to work under general supervision in partnership with the public to prevent crime and provide day-to-day police services. The role emphasizes community policing, impartial enforcement of Wisconsin laws and city ordinances while upholding citizens' Constitutional rights.

Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to diverse calls for service, conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, preparing reports, and testifying in court.