Police Officer

Stevens Point Housing Auth; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health HDHP Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account

Group Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

City of Stevens Point is seeking a Police Officer in Stevens Point, WI. The role involves sworn law enforcement duties including patrol, traffic enforcement, investigations, and public safety services to the community.

Candidates must meet certification requirements, pass background checks, and be able to pass physical/psychological exams. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits upon hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 and U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and spoken.
• Valid driver's license without restrictions or with correctable restrictions.
• Eligibility for Wisconsin Police Officer certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned city sectors on foot or by vehicle.
• Enforce traffic laws, issue citations and direct traffic.
• Investigate accidents, crimes, and citizen complaints.
• Prepare reports and case materials for prosecutors.
• Provide public safety and community assistance as needed.

Skills

English communication

Public safety mindset

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 college credits within 5 years of employment

60 college credits from a university/college/technical college

Job description

Police Officer

Salary: $66,930.55 - $81,634.18 Annually

Location: 933 Michigan Avenue, Stevens Point, WI

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202600039

Department: Police

Opening Date: 09/04/2026

Closing Date: 9/25/2026 5:00 PM Central

Summary of Job

Sworn Law Enforcement position which involves the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, reducing the fear of crime, enforcement of laws, investigation of crimes, traffic accidents and other police related matters, apprehension of those who violate laws, maintain order and provide assistance and needed services to the public.

Note: Candidates to start immediately upon passing pre-employment background and testing with an anticipated start date early to mid-Dec 2026. Candidates that are certified or certifiable as a police officer are preferred. Lateral transfer candidates are encouraged to apply. Lateral transfer based on years of experience, education and additional skills to determine rate of pay and vacation eligibility with approval of the Chief of Police and Police and Fire Commission. Eligibility list will be established.

Tasks Routinely Performed

• Patrol an assigned sector of the City on foot or by conveyance assigned.
• Enforce traffic laws, issue citations, warnings or other action concerning violations.
• Direct traffic.
• Investigate traffic accidents and road obstructions.
• Report conditions of streets, signs, curbs, sidewalks, obstructions of signs, signals or vision.
• Take appropriate action on matters affecting public safety.
• Employ problem-solving strategies and behaviors.
• Provide assistance to meet the needs of the community.
• Investigate wanted / missing persons and property.
• Investigate crimes and citizen complaints.
• Search for and preserve evidence.
• Search for and apprehend violators.
• Transport persons in custody.
• Conduct interviews and interrogations.
• Prepare reports.
• Prepare cases for prosecutors and present testimony.
• Serve warrants and legal documents.
• Conduct security checks.
• Represent the Department at various public functions as assigned.
• Assist co-workers in their duties, particularly during absences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Age 18
• US Citizen.
• No felony or domestic violence convictions.
• If Veteran, proof of honorable discharge. Copy of DD214 required.
• Vision 20/40 corrected.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, in a clear manner using appropriate grammar and spelling.
• Must possess a valid driver's license without restrictions or with correctable restrictions.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle under normal and adverse conditions while maintaining the ability to communicate and activate the equipment in the vehicle.
• Residency required in accordance with labor agreements.
• Ability to provide credible testimony in court.
• Ability to work cooperatively and harmoniously with others.
• Pass physical and psychological examinations as required for sworn positions.
• Free from physical, emotional or mental conditions which might adversely affect performance of duties as a police officer. Must be physically capable of performing duties to include, but not limited to, firearms, defense and arrest tactics, handcuffing, physical restraining, pursuit of suspects under adverse conditions, emergency rescue, delivery of first aid, operating police vehicles and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to lawfully possess firearms.
• Must be able to perform all competencies required by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Training and Standards Bureau for certification as a police officer.
• Applicants need to be certified or certifiable as a Police Officer. An officer in Wisconsin is certifiable upon completion of the Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Academy Program (720 hours).

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent .
• Obtain 60 college credits within 5 years of employment.
• 60 college credits from a university, college or technical college.

Essential Knowledge & Skills

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in the use and maintenance of all Department equipment.
• Practice principles and procedures of modern policing.
• Understand and apply Department rules, regulations, policies, directives, procedures and job descriptions.
• Understand and apply federal, state and local laws pertinent to the delivery of municipal police services.
• Know the geography of the community.
• Interact courteously with all levels of supervision.

AA/EOE

The City of Stevens Point is an Aff… we do not illegally discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, political or religious affiliation, color, disability, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest record, conviction record, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or of this state or use or non-use of lawful products off the employer's premises during nonworking hours.

Applicants have rights under the following Federal Employment Laws:Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Opens in New Window,Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Opens in New Window, and theEmployee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)Opens in New Window. This information can also be found by visiting the Human Resources office. If you require accommodations during the selection process because of a disability, pleasenotify our officeOpens in New Window.

Benefits

The City of Stevens Point provides an excellent benefit package:

• Health HDHP Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with City's HDHP
• Flexible Spending Account
• Standard Life Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Income Continuation Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Post Employment Health Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Wisconsin Retirement Fund
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education