What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of New London, WI?
Summary of Job
New London Police enjoy a schedule which they work less than half a year after vacation and a personal day (5 days on 5 days off). We offer a team oriented environment with a positive culture which promotes innovation and career advancement. The Police Department enjoys our close friendly working relationship with city administration and the citizens of New London.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Working in a team oriented environment with a positive culture enforcing laws of the State of Wisconsin, City of New London.
Qualifications, Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- 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
Email jwilson@newlondonwi.gov, or text 920-538-6035 to schedule an interview. You can visit https://www.newlondonwi.org/departments/employment.php for more information.
Education, Experience, Licenses, Additional Info
Lateral Transfer candidates are streamlined through an accelerated hiring process. The Police and Fire Commission approves salary, vacation and sick time for lateral transfers.
Other Benefits
- Competitive Wages-2027 Wages $26.43-$42.23 hourly!
- Great health Insurance, partially funded HSA!
- Payout if you opt out of health insurance.
- Vacation is earned after 6 months.
- Peer support offered to you and your immediate family.
- No cap on unused sick time.
- Annual incentive for unused sick time.
- Annual clothing allowance. ($800)
- Professional Improvement program-reimbursement for education.
- Free pool and gym membership for you and your immediate family.
- Great longevity program, $100 for each year of service after 5 years.
- Career advancement opportunites, SWAT, MEG, Detective, ICAC, Drone Pilot, Cadet Program, Supervisors.
- No residency requirement.
- NLPD Officers are members of WPPA.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Term Life Insurance (City sponsored and employee sponsored)
Retirement: Employees are required to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System.
Holidays: 10 paid holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Deferred Compensation: Offered on a voluntary basis where employee makes a tax deferred contribution.
Free membership to the New London Aquatic & Fitness Center for employee, spouse and minor children.
Partial tuition reimbursement for approved employment-related education.
Longevity bonus after 5 years of employment.
Yearly uniform allowance.
Sick leave payout after 15 years of employment.
Benefits:
Gym Membership, Employee Discounts, Job TrainingSalary : $100