Police Officer

St. Francis Police Department; Saint Francis (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to enforce laws, protect lives and property, and serve the community with professionalism.

The role requires adherence to department orders, physical fitness, and continuous learning of federal, state, and local laws within the city boundaries. The position involves patrol duties, responding to incidents, completing thorough reports, and cooperating with other officers to achieve department goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21.
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• Good physical condition.
• U.S. citizen and Wisconsin resident.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 60 college credits.
• Passing written test score for Entry Level Law Enforcement.
• Unrestricted Wisconsin Driver's License.
• Veteran discharge documents must be presented.
• Medical and eye sight standards with 20/20 corrected vision.
• Good character and ability to possess a firearm; no felonies or domestic abuse convictions; background check.

Responsibilities

• Report for roll call on time with proper uniform and equipment.
• Maintain equipment and appearance in compliance with orders.
• Record information at roll call and in reports.
• Inspect assigned police vehicle for equipment and damage.
• Check assigned area for hazards and take action as needed.
• Investigate suspicious persons, places or things.
• Respond promptly to radio assignments from Communications Operator.
• Provide required reports after investigations or assignments.
• Secure equipment when off duty.
• Assist Shift Commander and other officers as needed.

Skills

Good physical condition

Civil rights knowledge

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits

United States citizenship

Job description

Job Description:

The Police Officer is under the direct supervision of the Police Sergeant and is charged with keeping the peace and enforcing the law. They will always conduct themselves in a professional manner when dealing with others, keeping in mind the highest principles of police service. A Police Officer is sworn to safeguard the lives and property of all, never letting their personal feelings interfere with their oath. An officer must take the proper police action whenever required, within the bounds of their authority and the realm of legality.

General Responsibilities:

• The Police Officer shall comply with all lawful orders directed to them by their superiors, and comply to the best of their ability. The Police Officer shall treat all persons within their scope of authority in a civil manner and take necessary actions to assure the protection of their civil rights.
• The Police Officer shall be aware of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and general orders of the Department. They are to keep abreast of any additions, changes, or modifications to same.
• The Police Officer is expected to stay in good physical condition. At any time, the Police Officer may be placed in a situation that might place unusual demands on strength and endurance.
• The Police Officer has the responsibility to learn those tasks/skills which will assist them in the performance of their duties and to assist the Department in providing the best possible police service. Such skills to be learned include, but are not limited to: a working knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, and ordinances and a thorough knowledge of the City and its boundaries.

Duties:

• The duties of the Police officer shall include, but not be limited to the following:
• Officers shall report for roll call at the specific time and place, wearing the proper uniform, with all equipment necessary to sustain themselves until the completion of their tour of duty.
• Maintain equipment and uniform in a neat and orderly fashion and be properly groomed in compliance with the current general order.
• Record necessary and pertinent information disseminated at roll call.
• Inspect the assigned police vehicle for proper equipment and any unreported damage prior to leaving the police garage.
• Make a check of their assigned area to determine if any unusual or hazardous conditions exist. Take the necessary action required when deficiencies are noted.
• Make a periodic check of businesses and residences within the assigned area. Investigate all suspicious persons, places or things coming to the attention of the Police officer.
• Promptly answer radio calls from the Communications Operator when receiving a radio assignment and respond as quickly and safely as possible.
• When observing a situation that requires police action, the Police Officer is to respond as if assigned by the Communications Operator.
• Promptly submit the required reports obtained as a result of any investigation or assignment.
• When relieved of duty, to properly secure equipment.
• Perform any duties assigned by the Shift Commander.
• Utilize non-service time for criminal and traffic preventative patrol.
• Conscientiously strive to achieve all Department goals and objectives.
• Assist other officers when necessary.

Minimum Qualification:

1. Minimum age of 21 years old (Birth Certificate REQUIRED)
2. Good physical condition
3. United States citizen and resident of the State of Wisconsin
4. Applicant must possess of high school diploma or G.E.D.
5. 60 college credits
6. Passing written test score for Entry Level Law Enforcement
7. An unrestricted Wisconsin Motor Vehicle's Operator's License is required. Restrictions as to physical reasons only, will not disqualify a person for issuance of application, but may be a basis rejection on medical examination.
8. If a veteran, evidence showing type of discharge and dates of active serviceMUST be presented with application.
9. Medical and eye sight standards required, correctible vision to 20/20
10. Good character, ability to possess a firearm; no felony convictions; no domestic abuse convictions, must successfully pass background investigation.