Police Officer

Police Officer

A police officer under general supervision, works in partnership with the public, using the community-policing concept, to prevent criminal activity and provide day-to-day police services to the community. The police officer will impartially enforce the laws of the State of Wisconsin and the ordinances of the City of Sheboygan and will ensure all citizens are afforded their Constitutional Rights.

Responsibilities include :

• Operating a law enforcement vehicle during emergency situations.
• Making independent decisions regarding detention, arrest, and use of force.
• Patrolling streets, roads, alleys, business and residential areas.
• Responding to a wide variety of calls for service.
• Interviewing witnesses, suspects, and victims.
• Preparing investigative and other types of reports.
• Testifying in court.
• Serving warrants and subpoenas.
• Conducting surveillance.
• Effecting arrests and subduing resisting suspects.
• Detecting and collecting evidence.
• Performing rescue functions at emergencies.
• Proficiency in loading, aiming, and firing firearms.
• Performing all lawful assignments and miscellaneous services.

Education and experience requirements include :

Qualifications and skills include :

Why work for us? At the City of Sheboygan, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes :