What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at La Crosse Police Department?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: City of La Crosse Police & Fire Commission Seeks
Applicants for: Police Officer The City of La Crosse Police Department
seeks to build and maintain a workforce that reflects the diversity of
the City. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Law Enforcement
positions with an annual starting salary range of \$69,160 to \$83,116.
Responsibilities include working as a team member to enforce laws,
maintaining the public peace, protecting life and property, and working
with the community to address community problems. The La Crosse Police
Department serves over 52,000 local residents, 3 college campuses and 2
major health care centers. Patrol Officers generally work a 12 hour
schedule (2/2-3/2-2/3 cycle) with a total of 2080 hours worked per year
and every other weekend off. Experienced candidates may qualify for
additional starting pay and increased vacation based on years of service
with previous agencies. Successful applicants must have completed a
minimum of sixty (60) college credits from an accredited university.
College transcripts are required as part of a complete application.
Applicants need not be certified to apply. If not certified, successful
candidates may be sent to the 720 Academy. Applicants must be 18 years
of age, have a valid unrestricted driver\'s license and meet
medical/vision standards. Background check, physical exam, drug screen,
and psychological exam required for selected candidates. Successful
candidates shall demonstrate maturity in independent decision making,
strong interpersonal and communication skills, and respect for the
community. Employee benefits for the position include health insurance,
life insurance, accident insurance, income continuation insurance,
Bachelor\'s degree incentive pay, paid holidays, paid vacations, section
125 flexible spending plans, deferred compensation plan, Roth IRA,
employee sponsored dental and vision insurance, and Wisconsin Retirement
System (WRS) pension plan. You may visit the City of La Crosse website
for additional benefit information. This recruitment process will be
used to fill current vacancies and to establish an eligibility list for
use in filling future vacancies. The City of La Crosse supports
attaining a representative workforce and workplace equity. If you like
working with people, want to make a difference, and possess the above
Listed Requirements, Please Submit An Application With The Required
attachments. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For complete
application instructions, visit www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers.
Applicants who submit a completed application packet by November 2, 2026
and meet minimum qualifications may be invited to participate in an
interview on November 11 or November 12, 2026 as well as physical
fitness exam and written exam on November 13, 2026. Police & Fire
Commission City of La Crosse Human Resources Department Sixth Floor City
Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse WI 54601 Phone: (608) 789-7595 Fax:
(608) 789-7598 www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers An equal
Opportunity Employer/A Drug Free Workplace APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 2, 2026 SUBMIT APPLICATION ONLINE AT
www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers. For additional information,
please contact: CITY OF LA CROSSE HUMAN RESOURCES 400 LA CROSSE ST LA
CROSSE WI 54601 PHONE: (608)789-7595 FAX: (608)789-7598 EMAIL:
HR@CITYOFLACROSSE.ORG Applicants must submit as part of their
application package: 1. Online Application 2. Resume 3. Transcripts
documenting college credits (copies or originals) 4. Answers to the
following essay questions (no more than one page for each answer): a.
Why have you chosen to apply for this position? b. Discuss things you
have done which have contributed to your life experience. Remember to
include information regarding volunteer work with civic, school, or
professional organizations. Be specific about names and dates. c. Why do
you believe you cou d relate to and/or work with people of different
races, sexes, cultures, ages, socioeconomic groups, and education
levels? To apply, visit the web address listed above. Follow the prompts
to complete and submit an application. Applicants are required to attach
a resume, transcripts, and answers to essay questions when submitting an
application. Applicants who meet the basic requirements and have all
application materials on file will be invited by the City of La Crosse
to participate in the following: -November 11th OR November 12th, 2026:
Oral interview with the Police Department -November 13th, 2026: Physical
Readiness Test administered by the La Crosse Police Department; the
National Police Officer Selection Test (POST), and the Personnel
Evaluation Profile test (PEP). Applicants that pass the oral interview
with the Police Department, written exam, and physical readiness test
may be invited to participate in a screening interview with the Human
Resources Department followed by an interview with the City of La Crosse
Police & Fire Commission. Those applicants that pass the oral interview
with the Commission are then placed on an eligibility list used to fill
future vacancies. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers
Applicants for: Police Officer The City of La Crosse Police Department
seeks to build and maintain a workforce that reflects the diversity of
the City. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Law Enforcement
positions with an annual starting salary range of \$69,160 to \$83,116.
Responsibilities include working as a team member to enforce laws,
maintaining the public peace, protecting life and property, and working
with the community to address community problems. The La Crosse Police
Department serves over 52,000 local residents, 3 college campuses and 2
major health care centers. Patrol Officers generally work a 12 hour
schedule (2/2-3/2-2/3 cycle) with a total of 2080 hours worked per year
and every other weekend off. Experienced candidates may qualify for
additional starting pay and increased vacation based on years of service
with previous agencies. Successful applicants must have completed a
minimum of sixty (60) college credits from an accredited university.
College transcripts are required as part of a complete application.
Applicants need not be certified to apply. If not certified, successful
candidates may be sent to the 720 Academy. Applicants must be 18 years
of age, have a valid unrestricted driver\'s license and meet
medical/vision standards. Background check, physical exam, drug screen,
and psychological exam required for selected candidates. Successful
candidates shall demonstrate maturity in independent decision making,
strong interpersonal and communication skills, and respect for the
community. Employee benefits for the position include health insurance,
life insurance, accident insurance, income continuation insurance,
Bachelor\'s degree incentive pay, paid holidays, paid vacations, section
125 flexible spending plans, deferred compensation plan, Roth IRA,
employee sponsored dental and vision insurance, and Wisconsin Retirement
System (WRS) pension plan. You may visit the City of La Crosse website
for additional benefit information. This recruitment process will be
used to fill current vacancies and to establish an eligibility list for
use in filling future vacancies. The City of La Crosse supports
attaining a representative workforce and workplace equity. If you like
working with people, want to make a difference, and possess the above
Listed Requirements, Please Submit An Application With The Required
attachments. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For complete
application instructions, visit www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers.
Applicants who submit a completed application packet by November 2, 2026
and meet minimum qualifications may be invited to participate in an
interview on November 11 or November 12, 2026 as well as physical
fitness exam and written exam on November 13, 2026. Police & Fire
Commission City of La Crosse Human Resources Department Sixth Floor City
Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse WI 54601 Phone: (608) 789-7595 Fax:
(608) 789-7598 www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers An equal
Opportunity Employer/A Drug Free Workplace APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 2, 2026 SUBMIT APPLICATION ONLINE AT
www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers. For additional information,
please contact: CITY OF LA CROSSE HUMAN RESOURCES 400 LA CROSSE ST LA
CROSSE WI 54601 PHONE: (608)789-7595 FAX: (608)789-7598 EMAIL:
HR@CITYOFLACROSSE.ORG Applicants must submit as part of their
application package: 1. Online Application 2. Resume 3. Transcripts
documenting college credits (copies or originals) 4. Answers to the
following essay questions (no more than one page for each answer): a.
Why have you chosen to apply for this position? b. Discuss things you
have done which have contributed to your life experience. Remember to
include information regarding volunteer work with civic, school, or
professional organizations. Be specific about names and dates. c. Why do
you believe you cou d relate to and/or work with people of different
races, sexes, cultures, ages, socioeconomic groups, and education
levels? To apply, visit the web address listed above. Follow the prompts
to complete and submit an application. Applicants are required to attach
a resume, transcripts, and answers to essay questions when submitting an
application. Applicants who meet the basic requirements and have all
application materials on file will be invited by the City of La Crosse
to participate in the following: -November 11th OR November 12th, 2026:
Oral interview with the Police Department -November 13th, 2026: Physical
Readiness Test administered by the La Crosse Police Department; the
National Police Officer Selection Test (POST), and the Personnel
Evaluation Profile test (PEP). Applicants that pass the oral interview
with the Police Department, written exam, and physical readiness test
may be invited to participate in a screening interview with the Human
Resources Department followed by an interview with the City of La Crosse
Police & Fire Commission. Those applicants that pass the oral interview
with the Commission are then placed on an eligibility list used to fill
future vacancies. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.cityoflacrosse.org/police/careers
Salary : $69,160