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Beloit Police Department

Police Officer - Lateral

Pay: $32.45–$40.25/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Beloit, WI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$70,570 / year median in Wisconsin

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Police Officer•Lateral Beloit Police Department Beloit, WI Posted Date 7/30/2026 Description Position Information

Application Deadline:

Ongoing

Salary:

Starting:

$32.45•$40.25/hour, depending on qualifications and experience

Benefits:

Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Paid sick leave Life insurance Educational incentive pay Holiday pay Vacation time•eligible for vacation leave that is reflective of the full-time continuous service as a City of Beloit law enforcement officer Uniform allowance •Department issued equipment at no cost (Vest/ Glock w/red dot, duty belt) Retirement Other Voluntary Benefits

Benefit Summary:

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36,657 Position Details

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must be a certified law enforcement officer and have a minimum of 1 year of experience as a law enforcement officer. Must be a certified law enforcement officer with the State of Wisconsin or must pass the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Reciprocity Examination within 1 year of hire. High School Diploma or equivalent. Possession of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Must be a United States citizen. Must have the ability to speak and write the English language. 40 Credits at time of application; 60 credits prior to completion of 5th year of employment as a law enforcement officer from a school that is accredited with the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools or equivalent accrediting body. Applicants cannot be convicted of any felony or crime of domestic violence unless granted an absolute and unconditional pardon. Bilingual speaking candidates highly desired. For more information or to apply use the below: /careers/beloitwi/jobs/5088308/police-officer-lateral-hire?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Equal Opportunity Employer Salary 32.45•40.25 Hour Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma or equivalent Job Type Lateral Transfer