Patrol Officer

Patrol OfficerThe Baraboo Police Department is seeking certified candidates to join our team as a Patrol Officer. Our department strives to protect and serve our community, working with community members to address problems. General police functions include but are not limited to: protecting life and property, general patrol, criminal law and traffic code enforcement, city ordinance enforcement, and maintaining public peace. We have one upcoming vacancy and will be establishing an eligibility list for any future vacancies. SALARY $35.06 - $39.70 LATERAL OPPORTUNITIES AVALIABLE Inquire about our lateral opportunities! BENEFITS * Paid holidays - 11 * Vacation & sick leave * Longevity pay * Fitness on duty encouraged * Clothing allowance * Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, accident insurance * Wisconsin retirement fund * Deferred compensationEssential Job Functions and Responsibilities* Arrest persons with and without warrants and assist in prosecutions as required * Investigate complaints assigned and take appropriate actions, as well as conducting any follow up investigations necessary * Issue appropriate warnings, citations, and summons to violators as guided by departmental policy * Subdue resisting/violent persons * Handcuff and transport suspect or prisoners * Mediate civil disputes * Participate in formal training programs * Perform other tasks as neededQualifications* Completion of or current enrollment in a WI LESB approved academy is REQUIRED * Be a United States Citizen * Be at least 20 1/2 years of age at the time of application submission * Have a valid drivers license * Have no felony or domestic abuse related convictions * Have a high school diploma or GED/HSED * An Associates Degree, OR a Bachelors Degree in any field, OR at LEAST 60 earned credits from a two or four year college institution is desired, however, candidates may be eligible for an educational waiver.Supplemental* Oral interviews * Psychological profile * Medical examination * Vision examination * Drug screening * Background investigation * Residency within 35 miles required (within one year) **THE CITY OF BARABOO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**