Police Officer

Green Bay Police Department; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Green Bay Police Department is hiring Police Officers who serve the community with integrity and professionalism. Officers patrol, respond to crises, investigate incidents, and engage residents to build trust and keep neighborhoods safe.

Starting pay is $34.62 per hour with potential increases; lateral transfers may be placed within the range based on experience. Applicants must meet education and background requirements and pass testing.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• U.S. citizen with no felony convictions.
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Minimum of an Associate Degree or 60 college credits by Dec 31, 2026; WILESA waiver may apply.
• Background investigation must be successfully completed.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas to deter criminal activity and remain visible to the community.
• Observes traffic, enforces traffic laws, and addresses roadway safety concerns.
• Performs investigations, gathers information, and takes appropriate action.
• Prepares accurate and complete reports related to calls for service and investigations.
• Responds to calls and crises using de-escalation and sound judgment.
• Builds community relationships through public engagement and partnerships.
• Enforces subpoenas and issues citations, and makes arrests as appropriate.
• Testifies in court and submits evidence.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Public service

Education

Associate Degree or 60 college credits

Wisconsin Law Enforcement Academy waiver option

Job description

The Green Bay Police Department is hiring Police Officers!

Policing is a people-centered profession. While enforcing the law and responding to crime are important responsibilities, much of an officer’s work involves helping people solve problems, navigating difficult circumstances, responding to people in crisis, building relationships, and making thoughtful decisions in situations that are often complex and unpredictable.

Our officers work with people from every part of our community and are often called during moments when someone needs help the most. Successful police officers are strong communicators, problem-solvers, critical thinkers, teammates, and public servants. They are able to listen, build trust, exercise sound judgment, remain calm under pressure, and treat people with dignity and respect.

We are looking for people with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. You do not need to have grown up dreaming of becoming a police officer to find a meaningful career here. If you are interested in a career where no two days are the same, where you can build relationships within your community, solve meaningful problems, help people through difficult situations, and contribute to public safety, we encourage you to consider a career with the Green Bay Police Department.

Pay range: $34.62-$48.83 per hour. (Candidates without prior law enforcement experience will be hired at the starting rate, while lateral transfer candidates may be placed within the pay range based on relevant experience.)

Lateral transfers are encouraged to apply and will be given priority review with potential for an accelerated recruitment and onboarding process.

The City of Green Bay reserves the right to invite only the most qualified candidates to participate in testing and interviews. Preference may be given to candidates who are certified or certifiable as a law enforcement officer. Please make sure that all application materials are completely filled out and accurate.

The City of Green Bay is a leader in employee health and wellness with its Health/1265 program with a goal to engage all employees in their own health and well-being by providing insurance premiums incentives and other benefits.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We invite candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, knowing that unique perspectives enhance our service to the community.

• Patrols assigned areas to deter criminal/unlawful activity, identify safety concerns, and remain visible and accessible to the community.
• Observes traffic, enforces traffic laws, and addresses roadway safety concerns.
• Performs investigations of crimes and traffic crashes. Gathers and evaluates information and takes appropriate action.
• Prepares accurate and complete reports related to calls for service, patrol, traffic enforcement, investigations, and other police activities.
• Responds to calls for service and public and domestic complaints including people in crisis. Uses communication, de-escalation, mediation, and sound judgment to stabilize situations, protect life and property, and take appropriate enforcement action.
• Responds to telephone and walk-in requests for assistance and connects individuals with appropriate services or resources.
• Builds community relationships through public presentations and engagement. Works collaboratively with residents, businesses, and community partners to identify and address recurring concerns.
• Serves subpoenas and warrants, issues citations, and makes arrests as appropriate.
• Gives testimony in court.
• Collects, preserves, and submits evidence.
• Assists Fire Department personnel and other agencies as needed. Collaborates with public safety, behavioral health, and social service partners to address community needs. Patrols special events as assigned.
• Attends roll call.
• Trains Patrol Officers as required.
• Participates in mandatory training.
• Carries, qualifies with, and maintains a firearm.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of an Associate Degree or 60 college credits from an accredited college or university by December 31, 2026. (Candidates who have not graduated from the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Academy are required to possess a minimum of 40 credits from an accredited university, college, or technical school. The 60 credit requirement may be reduced or waived if the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board grants an official waiver in accordance with their established policies and procedures.)
• 18 years of age or older.
• U.S. citizen with no felony convictions.
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
• A combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
• Must have acceptable personal and professional history as determined by successfully completing a background investigation.
• Candidates must the education requirement by December 31, 2026. All other criteria must be met at the time of application in order to be considered.
• Good knowledge of the principles, methods, priorities, and techniques of police work. Good knowledge of departmental rules and regulations. Good knowledge of controlling laws and ordinances including federal, state, and local. Good knowledge of the streets and locations within the City. Knowledge of the methods of interviewing and interrogation, presenting evidence and what constitutes admissible evidence.
• Considerable skill in the use and care of fi