Police Officer - City of Antigo, WI : Job Details

Salary: $27.88 HourlyLocation : Antigo, WIJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 11-2024Department: Police DepartmentOpening Date: 11/20/2024Summary of JobSALARY AND BENEFITS: Entry-level is $27.88 an hour based on 1950 hours. Benefits include vacation, sick leave, holiday pay (9 holidays), uniform allowance, health, life and vision insurance and Wisconsin retirement fund.In accordance with Local Ordinances, State Statues, Federal Law, and established departmental and city policies, procedures, and guidelines, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities that include an element of personal danger and exposure to adverse conditions. The employee must be able to act without directsupervision and to exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies. Duties are primarily service oriented and include protection of life and property, dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance through referrals, crime prevention and investigation, apprehending criminals, directing traffic, and other public safety services. Work is reviewed by inspection, observation of results, and through oral and written reports.ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS:You will need to complete the DJ-LE-330 application and the City of Antigo Application. Click on the link shown below to download the file. Follow the directions as stated and complete the ALL questions. Please attached the DJ-LE-330 and answers to A-C questions as a PDF file.City of Antigo Application:or click apply To down load the DJ-LE-330:Along with completing the DJ-LE-330 application, answers / discussion for questions, A-C on page 3 of application, applicants MUST indicate on page 1 ofapplication if you are a CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER IN THE STATE OF WISCONSIN OR CERTIFIABLE AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER IN THE STATE OF WISCONSIN.(If you are nearing completion of basic training / recruit school, aka the law enforcement academy, applicants are encouraged to apply) Qualified applications will be reviewed as received and interviews scheduled appropriately. All applications that are not completely and accurately filled out will be rejected. NOTE: Selected applicants must pass a physical agility test, oral interviews, background investigation, psychological examination and a drug screening test. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain prompt, predictable and regular physical attendance.
• Maintain the ability to lawfully operate designated motor vehicles and equipment at all times that duties are performed.
• Maintain the ability to travel throughout and enter all different properties in the jurisdiction.
• Provide truthful/accurate written and verbal communications.
• Maintain the ability to competently and credibly testify in court.
• Maintain the ability to lawfully carry and use a firearm.

• Maintain, and actively promote, effective working relationships with coworkers and management.

• Works to assigned shift using own judgment in deciding course of action being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance.
• Interview and interrogate victims, witnesses, and suspects as appropriate.
• Maintain continuous preventative patrol throughout the city streets, parks, commercial and residential areas to preserve the peace and enforce the law.
• Maintain availability, as able, by radio or telephone for consultation on emergencies.
• Participate in investigating criminal law violations occurring in the City of Antigo:
  • Protect crime scenes
  • Perform surveillance
  • Conduct lawful searches of persons and property
  • Confiscate and secure all evidence and contraband seized according to law and policy
  • Compile information regarding the crimes
  • Conduct follow-up investigations
  • Question witnesses, victims, and suspects to determine factual material and provide evidence of leads
  • Prepare cases for filing of charges
• Apprehend violators and make proper arrests or summonses while enforcing state statutes and city ordinances.
• Initiate contact with both business operators and residents, maintaining open communications within the community.

• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with Wisconsin State Statutes and department policy, including but not limited to, personnel issues, contact and interaction with the public, and any other information heard, handled, or obtained within the scope of the position or through contact with County personnel.

• Attempt to resolve domestic disputes, disturbances and other incidents through counseling, referral or other peaceful means, settle disputes among neighbors, juveniles, or other groups, and resolve any and all complaints from citizens of the community.
• Maintain the peace and security of the community, respond to public disturbances, and maintain civil obedience at group functions.
• Enforce laws and ordinances within the city; make felony and misdemeanor arrests; and issue appearance notices, and traffic citations.
• Provide for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the City, investigate traffic accidents, investigate reported or observed violations of law, enforce traffic violations, conduct driver intoxication investigations, and promote vehicular and pedestrian safety.
• Respond to emergency radio calls and investigates robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing children, prowlers, abuse of drugs, and other necessary emergency calls. Takes appropriate law enforcement action.
• Testify in criminal and civil court proceedings and give depositions.
• Render miscellaneous police services such as providing information and/or assistance to the public; informing citizens of available services in the community, promoting crime prevention through community and educational programs, making presentations to the public and local organization concerning crime prevention and related police matters; locating and reporting fires and fire hazards, defective water or gas mains, sidewalk and highway defects, or obstructions and defective street lights; responding to abate a nuisance calls; and checking licenses and permits as necessary.
• Prepares a variety of reports and records including reports of investigation, field interrogation reports, alcohol reports, influence reports, breathalyzer check list, vehicle impoundment form, traffic hazard report, and other reports assigned to an officer in the course of their work.

• Maintains departmental equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Maintains contact with the general public, court officials and other city officials in the performance of police operation activities.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• Participate in community events and organizations to give the department a familiar face within the community.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license, possess an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or a minimum of 60 fully accredited college level credits; be certified or certifiable as a law enforcement officer at time of appointment; must meet other minimum recruitment standards of the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board; and good physical condition to perform essential job functions of a law enforcement officer.NOTE: Selected applicants must pass a physical agility test, oral interviews, background investigation, psychological examination and a drug screening test.All applications that are not completely and accurately filled out will be rejected.Job Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesNecessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment with the ability to develop a working knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions; handle sensitive and, at times, disturbing information and situations; and maintain composure under emergency situations.

Ability to exercise sound judgment and analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine the proper course of action within the established framework of policies and procedures.

Skill in operating a motor vehicle under adverse conditions.

Ability to organize high volumes of data and legal principles into accurate and understandable police reports.

Ability to communicate, understand, and effectively follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, subordinates, and the general public, with the ability to exercise discretion.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.

Ability to care for and safely operate a variety of firearms and chemical agents.

Ability to learn the city's geography.

Must have a working knowledge or ability and willingness to obtain a working knowledge of the following:

Windows operating systems and programs with an emphasis on Microsoft office; and

Ability to navigate web applications, and have an understanding of other emergent technologies and peripherals

Any other software available to the department

Some skilling in operating tools and equipment listed below.

Ability to meet the special requirements listed below.

Special Requirements

Must be of high moral character, and be self-controlled, hard-working, and have highly ethical habits; and free of any felony, serious misdemeanor, or domestic abuse conviction; and

Must be in good physical condition to perform the essential job functions of a law enforcement officer; and

Must possess, or be able to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Wisconsin Diver License with a good driving record; and

Must be a United States citizen; and

Must be able to clearly speak, read, and write the English language; and

Must pass a drug screening.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USEDMotor vehicles, firearms, baton, handcuffs, chemical agents, Taser, keyboard, computer, radios, telephone, various software used within the department; and any other tools and equipment available for use within the department.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical DemandsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must have acceptable sensory capabilities in hearing and olfactory senses. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment.Tasks involve the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven terrain, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20 - 50 pounds) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds and over) items and control combative individuals. Employees must climb ladders, jump fences, grapple with suspects, run for long distances, and move from extended sitting to quick activity.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, smell, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing skilled movements is necessary.Work EnvironmentWork is required in adverse environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment may vary from quiet to loud. The work is frequently outdoors and exposed to extreme weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives. They are occasionally exposed to explosives, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, vibration and wet and/or humid conditions.Work is performed outdoor, indoor, in a patrol vehicle, on a bicycle, on foot or other various modes of transportation. Universal precautions are used with all blood and bodily fluidsSELECTION GUIDELINESFormal application; review of education and experience; interview; reference check; background check; psychological examination; appropriate Police and Fire Commission testing including written and physical agility tests; drug screen test; and other job related tests may be required.The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.The City of Antigo Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.This list is not all inclusive and does not guarantee benefits or employment at any given time.Wisconsin Retirement Service: Full-time Police Officers are enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) through the Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) on their date of hire into the full-time position. Life Insurance: Life insurance is offered through ETF. New employees are eligible for coverage the first of the month following thirty (30) days after hire. Employees can enroll in up to five (5) units of coverage. Each unit of coverage consists of 1x the employee's annual income rounded to the next higher thousand. An employee may also enroll in spouse/dependent coverage. Health Insurance: Health insurance benefits are provided to employees available in single, limited family, and family plans. Limited family consists of employee and spouse, or employee and child(ren). The employee pays 10% of the premium and stop loss and administrative fees. The City pays 90% of the premium. Health insurance may begin on the date of hire, but the benefit portion will not become effective for 90 days of employment are completed and the employee must pay the full cost of insurance for those months. Aflac: The City offers Aflac to employees which is 100% paid for by the employee. Some coverage they offer include dental insurance, short term disability, hospitalization, vision insurance, and cancer coverage, etc. Eligibility for Aflac lies solely with Aflac. Sick Leave: Employees earn 8 hours of sick leave each month and are eligible to use that sick leave once they have been employed for six months. See union contract for details Vacation: Vacation leave is available and is based on years of employment and received on the employee's anniversary date. See union contract for details. Holidays: Employees are paid for nine holidays per year. Holiday pay is separate and additional to base pay and shall be paid once per year. Police Officers required to or who volunteer to work the entire holiday are paid an additional four hours computed at straight rate. Clothing Allowance: Police Officers are allotted an annual clothing allowance of $600. See union contract for details. The City also offers a section 125 flex program and hosts two different deferred compensation companies through which employees can begin their own plans.