Police Officer

City of South Milwaukee • South Milwaukee, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Officer is charged with keeping the peace, enforcing the law, and providing overall safety and security in the community. Officers are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner when dealing with others, keeping in mind the highest principles of police service. They are sworn to safeguard the lives and property of all persons, and to protect the constitutional rights of all citizens, never letting their personal feelings interfere with their oath. Officers are expected to build an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust, so that citizens and community leaders form a partnership with the police to address the problems of crime, drugs, fear of crime, and social and physical disorder, including neighborhood decay. Accordingly, they shall work with community residents to identify and prioritize problems, and will be facilitators in developing creative solutions to problems that do not focus exclusively on arrest.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or a High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).
• AA Degree or minimum sixty (60) semester hours college level courses in Police Science, Criminal Justice or related fields.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain one.
• Possess a good driving record.
• Maintain ability to lawfully operate designated motor vehicles at all times that duties are performed.
• Ability to complete recruit training and/or receive certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board.
• Maintain ability to lawfully carry and use a firearms.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of the City of South Milwaukee's boundaries, culture, and demographics.
• Understanding of cultural and racial diversity and sensitivity that will provide a solid foundation for the application of human relations skills in the delivery of police services.
• Maintain ability to travel throughout and enter all different properties within jurisdiction.
• Maintain ability to competently and credibly testify in court.
• High reliance on decision making skills.
• High reliance in the area of critical thinking.
• High reliance on common sense reasoning skills.
• High reliance on sound judgment.
• High reliance on listening skills.
• High reliance on reading comprehension skills.
• High reliance on accuracy and detail.
• Above average emotional stability.
• Above average level of self-confidence.
• Ability to conform to paramilitary rules and procedures.
• Physically oriented to outside work assignments.
• Above average level of social appropriateness.
• Minimal level of underlying hostility/tension.
• High level of dependability.
• High degree of tact and persuasiveness.
• High focus on integrity and honesty.
• Above average inter-personal skills; the ability to get along with co-workers and associates both inside and outside the Department.
• Effective communication, oral and written.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by January 1st, 2027.
• Must be United States citizens.
• Must reside within the boundaries specified in the labor agreement between the City of South Milwaukee and the South Milwaukee Professional Police Association.

Nice To Haves

• Certified/Certifiable applicants will be given preference.
• Previous law enforcement experience is helpful but not required.
• Preference may be given to candidates certified as law enforcement officers.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all lawful orders directed to them by superiors to the best of their ability.
• Treat all persons within their scope of authority in a respectful manner and take necessary actions to insure the protection of their civil and constitutional rights.
• Maintain a high degree of physical and mental fitness.
• Be aware of and comply with all Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures, and General Orders of the Department, and are responsible to keep abreast of any additions, changes, or modifications to same.
• Report for roll call at the specified time and place, wearing the uniform of the day, with all equipment necessary to sustain themselves until the completion of the tour of duty.
• Maintain prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.
• Gather and report intelligence-related information.
• Conduct Community Oriented Policing to become acquainted with the merchants, businesses and citizens and assist them in identifying problem areas or concerns.
• Provide a sense of security for businesses and citizens.
• Enforce local, state, and federal laws.
• Respond to calls for service.
• Respond to and investigate reports of criminal offenses.
• Provide follow-up contacts on serious criminal offenses (burglaries, robberies, etc.).
• Prepare written reports and maintain records.
• Be responsible for building security, where applicable, particularly vacant or temporarily closed businesses or residences.
• Conduct interviews with representatives of the media, when instructed.
• Serve as a member/advisor of various community organizations and committees at the direction of the administration.
• Coordinate tasks to be accomplished with other members of the Department on a regular basis.
• Coordinate the services of various government and private agencies in an effort to resolve identified problems.
• Provide truthful and accurate written and verbal communications.

Benefits

• Wage and benefits are determined by the terms of the South Milwaukee Professional Police Association labor agreement and as outlined in the annual Salary Ordinance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree