Summary of JobNew London Police enjoy a schedule which they work less than half a year after vacation and a personal day (5 days on 5 days off). We offer a team oriented environment with a positive culture which promotes innovation and career advancement. The Police Department enjoys our close friendly working relationship with city administration and the citizens of New London.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Working in a team oriented environment with a positive culture enforcing laws of the State of Wisconsin, City of New London.
- Qualifications, Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Ability to perform essential functions of this position
- Ability to possess a firearm
- Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Clear and concise speech
- Driver's license
- Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
- Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situationsU.S. citizen
- Education, Experience, Licenses, Additional Info
- Lateral Transfer candidates are streamlined through an accelerated hiring process. The Police and Fire Commission approves salary, vacation and sick time for lateral transfers.
Other Benefits:- Competitive Wages-2027 Wages $26.43-$42.23 hourly!
- Great health Insurance, partially funded HSA!Payout if you opt out of health insurance.
- Vacation is earned after 6 months.
- Peer support offered to you and your immediate family.
- No cap on unused sick time.
- Annual incentive for unused sick time.
- Annual clothing allowance. ($800)
- Professional Improvement program-reimbursement for education.
- Free pool and gym membership for you and your immediate family.
- Great longevity program, $100 for each year of service after 5 years.
- Career advancement opportunites, SWAT, MEG, Detective, ICAC, Drone Pilot, Cadet Program, Supervisors.
- No residency requirement.
- NLPD Officers are members of WPPA.You can visit https://www.newlondonwi.org/departments/employment.php for more information.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Term Life Insurance (City sponsored and employee sponsored)
Retirement: Employees are required to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System.
Holidays: 10 paid holidays
Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Deferred Compensation: Offered on a voluntary basis where employee makes a tax deferred contribution. Free membership to the New London Aquatic & Fitness Center for employee, spouse and minor children. Partial tuition reimbursement for approved employment-related education. Longevity bonus after 5 years of employment. Yearly uniform allowance. Sick leave payout after 15 years of employment.
