Police Officer

City of Lodi • Lodi, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lodi, WI is seeking a team-oriented candidate to join the Lodi Police Department. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with benefits and an authorized wage range of $29.07 - $36.95 per hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications). The City of Lodi Police Department is a full-service police organization that provides safety and enforcement services to more than 3,000 city residents. The City of Lodi offers a generous benefits package to eligible employees. Eligible employees will contribute to the State of Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and be offered to participate in Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds including Group Health Insurance (with/without dental); Life Insurance; Income Continuation Insurance; and Deferred Compensation benefits. Additionally, the City offers vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay, and paid parental leave. Interested candidates are invited to review the position description and apply online at the City of Lodi website: www.cityoflodi.us . Select the Employment icon in the center of the City’s homepage. Please note: To apply for this position, you must submit the following: A completed DJ-LE-330 application, as well as the City’s online application. Use this DJ-LE-330 link to obtain the correct DJ-LE-330 form with the review date of 6/2022, and when completed, add it to your online application as an attachment. Please be sure to answer all questions in section 6. Cover Letter Resume Applications without the DJ-LE-330 and answered questions in section 6 will NOT be considered. The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior police experience desired or the ability to be certifiable.
• Associate’s Degree or sixty college credits upon hire or ability to obtain within five years.
• Knowledge of criminal law, local law, and civil rights.
• Certification or capacity to meet certification requirements established for police officers under Sec. §165.85(4) of Wisconsin State Statutes.
• Certifications in Firearms, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Possess a current driver’s license and be eligible for a Wisconsin driver’s license.
• No felony convictions or domestic related incidents.
• United States Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Performs police duties that include but are not limited to foot patrol, vehicle patrol, traffic control, traffic direction, traffic enforcement, accident investigation, local ordinance and State Statute enforcement, criminal investigations, and responding to calls for service.
• Focuses on building positive relationships between law enforcement and the public to prevent crime and solve problems through collaboration.
• In the absence of the Chief of Police or Police Sergeant, the senior Police Officer on duty is the officer in charge.
• Safeguards and preserves all property under the control of the police department.
• Performs all duties assigned, including department meetings, continuing education, and in-service training.
• Serves under the direction of the Chief of Police or Police Sergeant.
• Receives policy guidance from the Chief of Police or Police Sergeant.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State of Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds including Group Health Insurance (with/without dental)
• Life Insurance
• Income Continuation Insurance
• Deferred Compensation benefits
• Vacation time
• Sick leave
• Holiday pay
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED