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CITY OF LA CROSSE Police Officer in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Patrol assigned area to enforce laws and ordinances, regulate traffic, control crowds, prevent crime, and arrest violators. This is an entry level law enforcement position with responsibilities including 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. Incumbents in this position patrol assigned areas, respond to criminal, suspicious, traffic and unusual situations as directed, investigate activities, gather evidence, secure areas, protect victims, the public and property, apprehend violators, complete appropriate paperwork, and perform other related duties as required. Duties are performed under general supervision of the on-duty supervisor or shift commander. Direct traffic flow and reroute traffic in case of emergencies. Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts. Inform citizens of community services and recommend options to facilitate longer-term problem resolution. Inspect public establishments to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. Investigate traffic accidents and other accidents to determine causes and to determine if a crime has been committed. Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances. Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures. Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area. Patrol specific area on foot, horseback, or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to calls for assistance. Photograph or draw diagrams of crime or accident scenes and interview principals and eyewitnesses. Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. Provide road information to assist motorists. Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities. Relay complaint and emergency-request information to appropriate agency dispatchers. Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved. Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: The La Crosse Police Department incorporates a community policing philosophy; accordingly, applicants should possess strong human relations, problem solving, and communication skills. Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a valid unrestricted driver\'s license and meet medical/vision standards. Physical exam, drug screen, psychological exam, and background check required for the selected candidates. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.cityoflacrosse.org Other: This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for use in filling current and future vacancies. The City of La Crosse supports attaining a representative workforce and workplace equity. If you like working with people, want to make a difference, and possess the above listed requirements, please visit our website at https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/your-government/departments/police-parking/join-our-team/police-officer for application instructions. Applicants who submit a completed application packet by July 3, 2024 and meet minimum qualifications may be invited to participate in an interview on July 10 or 11, 2024 AND physical fitness exam and written exam on July 12, 2024.