What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of Beloit, WI?
Salary : $53,955.20 - $80,600.00 Annually
Location : Beloit, WI
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202500010
Department : Police Department
Division : PD-Patrol
Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Summary of Job
This posting is for candidates that need to attend law enforcement academy or have less than 1 year of experience as a law enforcement officer. If you are a certified law enforcement officer with a 1 year or more of law enforcement experience, please apply to the "Police Officer- Lateral Hire" job posting.
The City of Beloit Police Department, a department whose personnel are committed to protecting the lives, property and rights of all residents, is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. The Department continues to evolve through enhanced leadership, strong community relationships, and modern-day policing strategies. This is a great opportunity for a committed individual who enjoys serving the public and working in a progressive, forward-thinking organization.
City of Beloit Police Officers are responsible for ensuring the constitutional rights of all residents. Officers enforce the laws of the State of Wisconsin and the ordinances of the City of Beloit. Primarily officers focus on the prevention of criminal activity and disorder in Beloit neighborhoods while providing day-to-day police service and engagement with the community.
Why work for the City of Beloit?
Further Education Pay Incentives
Two set days off & every other weekend off
Overtime Opportunities
Retirement Insurance
No Residency Requirement
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Possession of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
3. Must be a United States citizen.
4. Must have the ability to speak and write the English language.
5. 40 Credits at time of application; 60 credits prior to completion of 5th year of employment as a law enforcement officer from a school that is accredited with the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools or equivalent accrediting body.
6. Applicants cannot be convicted of any felony or crime of domestic violence unless granted an absolute and unconditional pardon.
7. Bilingual speaking candidates highly desired.
Starting Salary in Academy : $25.94 per hour
Certifiable Law Enforcement Academy Graduates : $28.89
Lateral Pay and Vacation for Law Enforcement Experience (1 year) : $31.48 - $38.75 per hour- Please apply to "Police Officer- Lateral Hire" job posting.
- PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE IMPORTANT DATES
- Alternate dates are NOT available. All finalized locations will be clearly communicated to candidates as soon as possible.
April 23, 25 and 26, 2025 : Successful candidates will participate in the physical and written exam. Location and details to follow. (Certifiable Law Enforcement Academy Graduates will not need to complete these exams.)
April 30, 2025 : Successful candidates will participate in the Assessment Center exercise. Location and details to follow.
May 7, 2025 : Successful candidates will participate in the Chief's Interview. Location and details to follow.
Equal opportunity employer
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Do you have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record?
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
Are you able to speak and write the English language?
If you are bilingual, please list which languages you speak fluently. If you are not bilingual, please type N / A.
Do you currently possess a minimum of 40 fully accredited college level credits from a school that is accredited with the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools or equivalent accrediting body?
Do you have a conviction of a felony (or a juvenile adjudication of delinquency for an offense that would be considered a felony as an adult) or other criminal conviction that would prevent you from possessing a firearm (i.e. domestic abuse)?
Have you completed the Wisconsin Basic Law Enforcement Academy?
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Salary : $53,955 - $80,600