Police Officer I

Universities of Wisconsin•Menomonie, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Officer I is a sworn law enforcement position under the limited direction of a Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, or Chief of Police. Officers provide a full range of law enforcement services for the University of Wisconsin–Stout, enforcing laws, investigating complaints and incidents affecting the University, maintaining order, assisting people, identifying criminal activity, and apprehending and arresting offenders. They also identify problems in the Stout community and work with the community to resolve them. Officers in permanent status are expected to conduct complex investigations, take photographs, collect physical evidence, prepare complete investigative reports, and testify about their reports when required. They must maintain proficiency with police equipment, including firearms, and be capable of using deadly force when appropriate under Wisconsin law and Department procedures. Officers work with other law enforcement agencies, University departments, and mental health and social services agencies. They may participate in crowd control and dignitary protection details. Experienced officers may be selected for specialty roles such as Field Training Officer or Evidence Technician, with additional training provided. Officers are expected to support the University and Police Department’s mission, vision, and core values. University Police is a state-certified police agency providing law enforcement services to UW–Stout. Officers meet or exceed Wisconsin Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board requirements. The department provides assistance to students, faculty, staff, and guests through campus patrols and dispatched responses, collaborates with campus and community agencies on crime prevention, emergency response, and public safety, and manages on-campus parking. The hourly rate is $29.00 for certifiable applicants or $26.00 for non-certifiable applicants; either rate may be eligible for future step increases. A 12-month probationary period is required. Applications received by 8:00 a.m. on November 13, 2026, are ensured full consideration; later applications may be considered at the search committee’s discretion or until the position is filled.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age by the hire date.
Possess or be eligible to possess a Wisconsin Driver’s License.
Have a minimum of 60 college credits earned or completed within five years from the date of hire.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Demonstrate attention to detail.
Demonstrate good work habits, including attendance, punctuality, and accountability.
Be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and special events.
Be able to arrest and restrain subjects as necessary, including using handcuffs and approved force options, and employ defensive tactics when faced with resistance or threats to personal safety.
Be able to lift, carry, and drag heavy objects and sit and stand for long periods.
Be able to provide emergency medical aid and assist in evacuating injured or endangered individuals.
Be able to perform patrol duties, including rotating shifts, foot patrols, and security checks of facilities.
Be able to use emergency equipment.
Complete a criminal background check, reference checks, and an essential job function test, as applicable, and be cleared to work by Human Resources.
Ensure eligibility to work in the United States by the effective appointment date and maintain work authorization throughout employment; the University does not offer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Degree in criminal justice or a related field.
Prior law enforcement experience, especially in a campus, community-oriented, or municipal setting.
Working knowledge of CAD systems, MACH Client, and TraCS.
Specialized training in campus or community policing, crisis intervention, or threat assessment.
Experience working with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Demonstrated experience in problem-solving policing, de-escalation, and conflict mediation.
Understanding of the Clery Act, Title IX, FERPA, and other laws or regulations affecting campus safety.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional roadways and enforce traffic laws.
Engage in problem solving, threat mitigation, and conflict resolution involving citizens, groups, campus entities, government agencies, businesses, leaders, and others.
Provide personal safety and crime prevention education to the institutional community.
Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend offenders, and document case information.
Protect life and property, preserve peace and good order, and provide emergency aid to the institutional community.
Investigate complaints and incidents that may affect the University, maintain order, assist people, identify criminal activity, and apprehend and arrest offenders.
Conduct complex investigations, take photographs, collect physical evidence, prepare investigative reports, and testify to report contents when required.
Maintain proficiency in police equipment, including firearms, and use deadly force when appropriate under applicable law and Department procedure.
Work cooperatively with other agencies, University departments, and mental health and social services agencies.
Participate in crowd control and dignitary protection details when required.
Support the UW–Stout University and UW–Stout Police Department mission, vision, and core values.
Perform patrol duties, including rotating shifts, foot patrols, and facility security checks.
Provide emergency medical aid and assist with evacuating injured or endangered people.
Experienced officers may serve as Field Training Officers, Evidence Technicians, or in other specialty areas.