Job Title:                                        Police Officer

Opening Date/Time:                      March 21, 2025

Closing Date/Time:                       April 9, 2025 4:00 pm

Salary:                                           $29.82-$35.49 Hourly   

                                                       Employees starting at $29.82 will advance to $36.95 after 2 years

Job Type:             Full-time

Location:             525 E. Maple St., PO Box 1269, Eagle River, WI  54521

Department:        Eagle River Police Department

The Eagle River Police Department believes strongly in our mission.  The mission of the Eagle River Police Department is to devote professional police services to our community in order to safeguard life and property.  We will accomplish this mission by forging a strong and lasting partnership with the members of our community built from trust and paid for with integrity.  Together, we will work in unison with the community, concentrating our efforts on a proactive approach to prevent crime before it happens and compassionately help those who have been victimized. To accomplish this mission, it is imperative we find people who have the right character traits to work in our community as police officers.  Integrity, Professionalism and Compassion are the values at the core of our agency.  We utilize our philosophy of community-oriented policing to foster relationships and find solutions for problems in our community.  Because of the wide variety of assistance police officers must provide within the community along with the complexity of policing, the law enforcement profession presents more challenges than ever.  Officers must be able to adapt quickly and problem solve effectively.  Education and training are vital to the success of our organization.  Anyone who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of people in our community can apply now! 

Recruits graduating Spring semester, lateral transfers and recently separated law enforcement military encouraged to apply.

 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The purpose of this position is general duty police work involving protection of life and property, enforcement of laws, crime investigation, and service to the public.  The employee has a significant impact of the quality of life through community partnership, strategic police patrols, and thorough investigations. The City of Eagle River is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss accommodations with the employer.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patrols police sector in squad car, police bicycle, or on foot to prevent or discover the commission of crime and traffic violations.

Enforces City of Eagle River ordinances and the laws of the State of Wisconsin.

Operates a police vehicle in normal and emergency mode, day and night conditions, and during times of inclement weather and congested traffic.

Responds to citizen calls for service and aid as necessary.

Investigates crime and other incidents, identify, collect and preserve evidence, identify and interview witnesses, issues citations and arrest criminals.

Exercises independent judgment in determining reasonable suspicion to detain, probable cause to search and arrest, and use of force.

Maintains working knowledge of criminal law as well as current police procedures.

Investigates juvenile complaints and communicate with juveniles and parents/guardians.

Prepares written documentation of police activities.

Communicates police action in criminal and civil court proceedings.

Problem solves with community members, business owners, and other city employees.

Maintains City of Eagle River’s core values.

Efficiently operates computer systems for a variety of tasks.

Performs basic CPR and first aid as needed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform special assignments as assigned by supervisor.

Attend and participate in neighborhood group meetings.

Speak in front of citizen groups.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

United States Citizenship

Minimum age 21

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 60 credits from an accredited university, college, or technical school

Ability to obtain and possess a valid Driver's License issued by the state of Wisconsin

Have no criminal convictions which would limit the ability to possess a firearm

Certification from the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board is required within one (1) year of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to read, interpret and explain City of Eagle River ordinances and Wisconsin State Statutes.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with citizens, co-workers, supervisors, and others from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring simple but continuous adjustments, such as computer keyboard/terminal, police radio, telephone, firearms and restraint devices.

Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing semi-skilled movements such as self-defense, firearms use, operation of a motor vehicle, data entry and assembling.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Ability to run, jump, push, pull, drive safely at high speeds and in adverse conditions.

Ability to physically apprehend and subdue suspects.

Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, forms, sounds, tastes, odors and textures associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.

Ability to remain calm, composed, undistracted and in full control of cognitive abilities while functioning appropriately in hostile, dangerous or fearful situations that require force, up to and including deadly force.

Ability to use discretion effectively to determine a proper course of action consistent with a community-oriented, problem-solving approach to policing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of employment.

Ability to adequately use and properly care for firearms and other police equipment.

Physical and Working Environment Regular exposure to disagreeable and environmental conditions.  Exposed to one or more particularly disagreeable elements such as continuous high noise level, considerable dust, heat, cold and humidity.  Personal protective equipment regularly used.  Regular travel throughout City.

Ability to work under mildly unsafe and uncomfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as potential violence, machinery and disease can cause discomfort and where there is a risk of injury.

 

IMPORTANT! 

All applications must be completely filled out and have a Resume attached in the "Attachments" section of the application.  Applications that are not complete and do not have the required attachment will not be considered.

When completing References section, include 3 professional references with current and valid email addresses.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The selection procedure may consist of any or all of the following:  Written Test, Panel Interview, Physical Ability Evaluation, Background Investigation, Final Command Interview, Psychological Evaluation, and Physical Examination with Alcohol/Drug Screening.  Other procedures may be included as necessary.

SALARY INFORMATION: 

Per the current agreement between the City of Eagle River and the Eagle River Professional Police Association, the starting salary for a Police Officer is $29.82 per hour.  Upon successful completion of one (1) year of service, the salary is $33.37 per hour.  Upon successful completion of two (2) years of service, the salary is $36.95 per hour including agreed upon upcoming raises. Laterals figured into the scale per lateral agreement.

RESIDENCY INFORMATION: 

The City of Eagle River Employee handbook requires residency within 30 miles of the city of Eagle  River.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: 

The City of Eagle River will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Eagle River Police Department or phone (715) 479-1941 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant's application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.

If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the City of Eagle River.  If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.

DJ-LE-330 and 3 Essay Questions

Email Completed DJ-LE-330 and Resume to the Eagle River Police Department at:

adross@vilascountywi.gov