What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Belleville WI Police Department?
Job Summary
As a sworn law enforcement, you work under the general direction of a ranking officer, supervisor or Police Chief. You will need to enforce laws, investigate complaints, enforce traffic laws, maintain order, assist people, identify criminal activity, issue citations to and arrest offenders, testify in court, prepare reports, identify and collect evidence, identify the source of problems in our community and work with our law enforcement and community partners to resolve them. As you develop your knowledge, skills and abelites you may be eligible to apply for specialty assignments, such as evidence technician, tactical instructor, evidence/property custodian, community intervention team, peer support, preventive programming, critical incident / emergency management, field training officer, and more. Being part of the Belleville Police Department means you support the department’s mission and vision by operating in a fair, unbiased manner which respects the rights, safety and dignity of all individuals. It further means your actions will be guided by the department's values and be grounded in ethical and professional standards.
Benefits
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Education Incentive Pay
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
- Number of Paid Holidays: 12
Other Benefits
- Work with Lieutenant Jax, our locally famous feline crime fighter.
- A kitchen with appliances that rival any fire departments.
- 2 Personal Holidays
- Afternoon and Night Tour Differential
- Specialty Assignment, Court, and Call-In Pay Incentives
- Represented by the Wisconsin Professional Police Association
- No residency requirement
- Village will sponsor those appointed and need to attend the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Academy
- The Village offers an excellent health benefit package through the State of Wisconsin Employee Trust Fund
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
- Clear and concise speech
- Driver's license
- Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
- Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
- Minimum Age 21
Other Qualifications
- If Law Enforcement Academy is needed, candidates must pass the Wisconsin Physical Readiness Entrance and Exit Exam.
Education Requirements
High school diploma
60 college credits / Associate degree
Additional Education Information
Associate Degree preferred.