POLICE OFFICER

Marshfield; Marshfield (WI); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshfield Police Department in Marshfield, WI is accepting applications for Police Officer. You will patrol city streets, respond to citizen concerns, and enforce state and local laws in a community-oriented policing environment.

The role requires basic education with 60 college credits, the ability to carry firearms, and certification by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standard Board. Shift work includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, with competitive annual salary.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to perform essential functions of this position.
• Must be able to possess a firearm.
• Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems.
• Good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the City and maintains a visible presence to deter misconduct and protect property.
• Responds to and investigates complaints and traffic incidents, interviews victims and witnesses, enforces laws.
• Prepares reports with factual data and conducts interviews and interrogations when appropriate.
• Testifies in court as required.
• Performs community-oriented policing and coordinates with other agencies; ensures orderly traffic flow.
• Maintains ongoing competency through training and evaluation.
• Regular attendance is required to perform duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Essential functions

Firearm handling

Law enforcement equipment

Flexible schedule

Communication skills

Computer skills

Driving record

Education

60 college credits

Job description

Want a great place to live, work and play?Come work for Marshfield Police Department!Marshfield is located in both Wood and Marathon County with a population of 19,478.We offer a competitive compensation packages and genuine community hospitality and police support that will make you feel right at home.Marshfield is a family centered destination city where we provide you a safe, clean community with abundant parks, a fresh mix of lodging, dining, shopping, and numerous other attractions.

The Marshfield Police Department is accepting applications from responsible individuals with excellent character for the position of Police Officer.Responsibilities for this position include enforcing the laws and ordinances of the state of Wisconsin and the city of Marshfield in a community-orientated policing environment.Whether you are just starting a career in policing or have experience, we want Marshfield to be the department you retire from.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment period. The position may be filled before the posted closing date if a qualified candidate is selected.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Patrols the City, creating a presence in order to reduce the opportunity for misconduct to occur, and provides assistance as needed and protects property against theft or damage.
• Responds to and investigates citizen complaints and traffic collisions in a timely manner, interviews victims, suspects and witnesses, enforces motor vehicle laws, enforces criminal laws, enforces municipal code violations, and arrests offenders.
• Completes reports compiling factual data, evidence and conduct interviews and interrogations when appropriate.
• Testifies in court.
• Performs community caretaker functions, makes recommendations to other agencies and ensures the orderly flow of traffic through the City.
• Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.
• Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
• 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
• Valid Driver’s License
• Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standard Board Certification
• Good Driving Record
• Good Physical Condition
• Good Verbal and Written communication skills
• Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Must have a minimum of 60 college credits prior to offer to hire.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required: None

Preferred/Optional: None

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position.Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required: Valid driver’s license. Must be certifiable by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standard Board.

Preferred/Optional:

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Ability to pass all tests including; written, scenario based, physical/annual job function test, psychological, and a thorough background investigation.Must pass an annual firearms evaluation and biannual emergency vehicle operations course.

Other: U.S citizen; Minimum age-18; No felony or domestic abuse convictions.

EXCLUSION FROM FEDERAL PROGRAMS

Certain employees (Fire Department, Administration, and Finance employees) may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

ORGANIZATIONAL CORE VALUES

• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Customer Service
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Accountability

Annual Salary Range: $66,189 - $80,600 DOQ