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Village of Whitefish Bay
Police Officer
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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
Job Description
JOB Respond to routine and emergency calls for service and take necessary action consistent with applicable laws, department policy, procedures, and training. Exercise the lawful use of arrest, force, search, and seizure powers in the investigation and enforcement of criminal, non-criminal, ordinance, and traffic violations. Make independent observations to identify existing or potential problems or conditions requiring attention, and initiate appropriate precautionary, preventative, or corrective measures. Conduct thorough and accurate investigations and/or follow-up on all assigned or initiated activity. Document occurrences and activities through the preparation of thorough and accurate reports. Offer credible testimony at trials or hearings regarding the specifics of an incident, arrests made, evidence gathered, or other investigation completed. Follow and obey lawful orders as well as department rules, policies, procedures and directives Promote professional relationships within the Department, Village government, other governmental agencies, and the community in the furtherance of the department's mission, goals, and objectives. Perform other duties as assigned.