Patrol Officer — Serve with Honor, Excellent Benefits

Whitewater Police Department; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

Shift bump stipend $75

Spanish Fluency stipend $1,500/year

Uniform and equipment provided

Uniform allowance $850/year

Lifestyle Spending Account $500/year

Wellness day

Job summary

The Whitewater Police Department is accepting applications to fill one Patrol Officer position. This entry-level, sworn role patrols and protects life and property by enforcing laws, responding to calls, investigating incidents, and preparing reports.

Officers work under supervision, may patrol by car, bike, or on foot, and must be ready to handle emergencies. Responsibilities include traffic enforcement, preliminary investigations, and contributing to community safety.

Qualifications

• Entry-level sworn officer position.
• Residency within 30 miles of Whitewater by probationary period.
• Selection includes written test, oral interviews, physical fitness, background check, medical/psychological evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas, focusing on high-frequency crime locations and known trouble spots.
• Respond to criminal, suspicious, traffic, and unusual situations as directed.
• Investigate criminal activity and gather evidence; apprehend violators.
• Prepare necessary reports, narratives, and follow-up on violations.
• Provide assistance to citizens and respond to emergencies; enforce laws and ordinances.
• Testify at court proceedings and cooperate with investigations.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Crisis response

Communication skills

Job description

The Whitewater Police Department is accepting applications to fill one Patrol Officer position. This entry-level, sworn role patrols and protects life and property by enforcing laws, responding to calls, investigating incidents, and preparing reports.

Officers work under supervision, may patrol by car, bike, or on foot, and must be ready to handle emergencies. Responsibilities include traffic enforcement, preliminary investigations, and contributing to community safety.