We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as a Police Officer. This is a challenging yet rewarding position that requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations.

You will perform general police functions including patrol, criminal law enforcement, traffic code enforcement, ordinance enforcement, maintaining public peace, protecting life and property, problem-solving, and working with the community to address community needs.

Experienced Officer Program: Eligible for shortened probationary period, higher starting wage and additional vacation!!

2-2-3 rotation, 12 hour shifts resulting in every other Friday-Sunday Off
Ability to reach top hourly wage after 2 years or less
Uniforms 100% paid for by Agency
88 hours of vacation plus 106 additional hours of benefit time per year
Sick leave accrual paid out at retirement
Additional pay for 9.5 holidays, regardless of whether scheduled to work

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 60 college credits required
Must be eligible for certification by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) in 2027 through completion of a Wisconsin law enforcement recruit academy, current enrollment or formal acceptance into an academy, or eligibility for LESB reciprocity
Must be available to work day, night, and overnight shifts
Within three months after completion of probation, must reside in Portage County or within 30 miles of the Village of Plover jurisdictional boundary

Wisconsin Law Enforcement Reciprocity

Applicants with prior out-of-state, federal, military, or tribal law enforcement experience may be eligible for Wisconsin's Law Enforcement Reciprocity Examination. Eligibility generally requires qualifying law enforcement training and experience that meets Wisconsin LESB requirements. More information here: https://wilenet.widoj.gov/training-standards/law-enforcement-standards-board-lesb

Desired Skills

Verbal Communication, Active Listening, Action Oriented, Leadership, Integrity and Trust, Attendance, Dependability, Emotional Control, Handles Pressure, Sound Decision Making, Professionalism

Selection process:

Written Assessments
Functional Capacity Test
Oral Interviews
Background Check
Drug Screening
Medical Examination
Psychological Examinations
Vision Examination

Application Requirements

A Letter of Interest AND resume must be submitted through Indeed by 5:00 p.m. on September 25, 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the selection process may begin prior to the application deadline. The first round of interviews is anticipated to begin on or about September 16, 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Pay: $32.30 - $40.38 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
457(b)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you currently eligible, or will you be eligible in 2027, for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) certification through academy completion, current enrollment or acceptance into an academy, or LESB reciprocity?

Work Location: In person

Plover Police Department

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