Police Officer
About the role
The City of La Crosse Police Department seeks to build and maintain a workforce that reflects the diversity of the City. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The La Crosse Police Department serves over 52,000 local residents, 3 college campuses and 2 major health care centers.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include working as a team member to enforce laws, maintaining the public peace, protecting life and property, and working with the community to address community problems.
Requirements
- Must have completed a minimum of sixty (60) college credits from an accredited university
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license
- Must meet medical/vision standards
Qualifications
Successful applicants must demonstrate maturity in independent decision making, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and respect for the community.
Skills
Applicants should have the ability to work with people, make a difference, and possess the above listed requirements.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Accident insurance
- Income continuation insurance
- Bachelor's degree incentive pay
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacations
- Section 125 flexible spending plans
- Deferred compensation plan
- Roth IRA
- Employee sponsored dental and vision insurance
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension plan
Pay
Law Enforcement positions with an annual starting salary range of $69,160 to $83,116. Experienced candidates may qualify for additional starting pay and increased vacation based on years of service with previous agencies.
Schedule
Patrol Officers generally work a 12 hour schedule (2/2-3/2-2/3 cycle) with a total of 2080 hours worked per year and every other weekend off.