What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer - Entry Level position at City of Sun Prairie, WI?
Salary : $36.92 Hourly
Location : Sun Prairie, WI
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025-05
Department : Police
Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 24 / 2025 12 : 00 PM Central
The Sun Prairie Police Department is now accepting applications for entry-level Police Officers. Become a part of our team, where we foster relationships and address challenges through our Core Values : Exceptional Service & Problem Solving (Competence), Professionalism (Character), and Employee Fulfillment (Leadership). Why join the Sun Prairie Police Department? click to learn more.
- Please attach your resume to your application, as this is a requirement
P lease Note : the dates above are tentative and are subject to change at any time in the hiring process. Any changes will be communicated with corresponding applicants.
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The City of Sun Prairie is committed to advancing equity, honoring our diverse identity, and creating an inclusive culture. These serve as our guiding principles every day in all that we do. Keep us accountable to this mission and join us in this commitment to a thriving Sun Prairie, as you live, work, and play. If you need an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 608-825-1174 or
Learn more about our Benefits by visiting our website : www.cityofsunprairie.com / benefits
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City provides 100% premium payment for single or family coverage through Group Health Cooperative Select HMO plan or PPO Plan for those living outside the coverage area. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following date of hire. (i.e.; DOH=January 2nd, coverage begins February 1st)
ACCESS TO OUR EMPLOYEE WELLNESS CLINIC - myspwellnessclinic.org
DENTAL INSURANCE
Delta Dental - The City provides 100% premium payment for single and family coverage. Coverage begins on the 1st of the month following date of hire.
LIFE INSURANCE
State Life Fund- Securian Life
The City provides 100% premium payment for basic coverage (1 times annual salary)
The employee has the ability to purchase at their expense supplemental coverage, additional coverage (up to 3 units),and spouse / dependent coverage. Eligibility begins 1st of month, following 30 days of employment. (ie; DOH Feb 1st, April 1st coverage begins).
Boston Mutual Whole Life Insurance
Available for the employee to purchase at their own expense.
INCOME CONTINUATION INS - State Fund
This benefit provides up to 75% of your average earnings if you become disabled. The City provides coverage up to $120,000 at the 180-day elimination period. Employees can buy down to a shorter elimination period at their expense. Eligibility begins the 1st of the following month.
VISION INSURANCE
Available for the employee to purchase at their own expense.
RETIREMENT - Wisconsin State Retirement Plan
Wisconsin Retirement System which requires a matching 6.9% employee contribution.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The employee can participate in a 457 Plan if they choose.
SICK LEAVE - Accumulation of one day per month
PAID PARENTAL / CAREGIVER LEAVE
Employees who meet the eligibility criteria and have a qualifying event, shall receive 240 hours of paid parental leave and 80 hours of paid caregiver leave per year.
HOLIDAYS
Employees shall receive a holiday bank of eighty-eight (88) hours each year to schedule as time off or be paid at the end of the year. In addition, employees shall receive time and one-half for all hours worked on the following named holidays.
New Year's Day July 4th
MLK Day Labor Day
Easter Thanksgiving Day
Memorial Day (observed) Christmas Day
Employees also receive one (8 hour) floating holiday.
VACATION
Start - 10 days
After two years - 14 days
After five years - 19 days
After ten years - 23 days
After fifteen years - 28 days
NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL
Hours worked between 6pm-10 pm - $.50 / hour
Hours worked between 10 pm-7am - $.60 / hour
LONGEVITY
After five (5) years of continuous service, the employee shall receive $250 and an additional $50.00 per year for each additional year.
UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
1000 paid to new employees as taxable wages, and $700 / year thereafter.
Do you have any felony convictions or domestic violence convictions that have not been granted an absolute and unconditional pardon?
Will you be 21 years of age (or older) at the time of hire, April 3, 2025?
Do you possess a High School / GED diploma?
Are you a United States Citizen?
Do you have vision correctable to 20 / 20 (Wearing corrective glasses / contact lenses classify as correctable vision)?
Do you possess a valid driver's license at the time of application?
Could you confirm that you have valid auto insurance, as required by Wisconsin state law?
Do you possess an Associate's degree?
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree?
Do you possess a Master's degree?
If you do not possess a post-high school degree, but have obtained college credits, please indicate the number of completed college credits. Answer N / A if not applicable.
Do you have Veteran status and / or military experience?
Are you certified or certifiable as a Law Enforcement Officer?
If you answered 'yes' to the certification question, please explain your level of certification and effective dates.
List any prior law enforcement experience. Include dates, department location, and position held. Answer N / A if not applicable
Describe your recent community involvement or volunteer experience. Include the organization or club, activity, and dates.
Describe your decision-making process, and how it has helped you solve a problem at work or in school.
Describe any experiences you may have had in successfully interacting with culturally diverse groups (race, ethnicity, language, nationality, religion, etc.)
Describe any notable life experiences that may contribute to your ability to perform as a Police Officer.
Describe an effective team you have been involved with and what you think makes an effective team
Describe the range of your use of computer technology and software in your school, work, or personal life.
List any honors, awards, or commendations you may have received. Answer N / A if not applicable.
How did you hear about this job opening?
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