Police Officer

Eau Claire, City of•Eau Claire, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, performs general duty police work for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals, the general enforcement of laws & ordinances, and works with the community to reduce and/or eliminate problems. This position is responsible for routine patrol, response to calls for service, preliminary investigations, traffic regulation duties, and problem solving. Utilizing a thorough working knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and ordinances, the police officer is responsible for the enforcement of such laws on a fair and impartial basis in the protection of life and property and in maintaining the peace and orderly conduct of the community.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent (GED, etc.)
Possess a minimum of 60 post high school semester credits OR must have three (3) years full-time employment or military experience and obtain 60 post high school semester credits withing five (5) years of appointment
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license
Not have a felony record
United States citizen and/or proof of naturalization
Successfully pass written entrance examination
Successfully pass physical agility test
Successfully pass oral interview
Successfully pass background investigation
Ability to pass a written exam and physical skills test.
Maintains prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.
Must be able to take direction and work well with others.
Must be able to concentrate and perform accurately.
Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
Must be able to back-up fellow co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Not law enforcement certified? No problem - if hired, we will sponsor your attendance to the Law Enforcement Academy through CVTC. During this time, you will be paid at the cadet rate of pay ($27.26/hour).

Responsibilities

Patrols a designated area of the City on an assigned shift to discover and prevent the commission of crime and to enforce motor vehicle operations and parking regulations.
Answers calls for service such as disturbances, vehicle crashes, robberies, domestic situations, etc.
Engages the community in their assigned area in problem solving.
Trained as a First Responder for medical emergencies.
Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witnesses and may make arrests and escort prisoners from the scene of a crime.
Obtains information through interviews, interrogation, and observation.
Interviews persons with complaints or inquiries and attempts to assist them appropriately or directs them to proper authorities.
Prepares evidence for issuance of complaints, serves criminal processes, including warrants and subpoenas, and makes reports of all activities.
Must be able to give credible testimony in court.
Compiles clear and concise reports.
Proficient in the skills required to be a police officer, which include use of force, firearms, emergency vehicle operation, and professional communication.
Represents the Police Department and City in the community.
Takes part in training and education opportunities to continue improving in the police profession.
Performs any other duties as directed by a Department supervisor.
Provides training, care, housing, and deployment of departmental dog within prescribed policies and procedures.
Participates in public information efforts in the community on familiarization with and function of the dog.