Police Officer

Appleton Police Department

Police Officer

The City of Appleton is accepting applications to fill vacancies and create an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer. 

Current officers transferring from other departments will be eligible to receive a $5,000 hiring bonus!

This is an entry-level sworn police position responsible for protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work involves patrolling assigned areas, responding to criminal, suspicious, traffic and unusual situations as directed; investigating activities, gathering evidence, securing areas; protecting victims, the public and property; apprehending violators, completing appropriate paperwork and other related duties as required. Police Officers are also required to perform first responder duties and provide basic emergency medical service. Duties are performed under general supervision of the on-duty lieutenant.

Qualifications

This position requires candidates to be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and have a minimum of 60 semester credits at an approved university, college, or technical school. No felony or domestic violence convictions. 

Salary

The starting salary for this position is $32.48 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Current officers transferring from other departments may be credited years of service for salary and vacation accruals.

Lateral Hires: Current officers transferring from other departments are eligible to receive a $5,000 bonus and may be credited years of service for salary and vacation accruals.

Apply Now!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an online application at www.appleton.org.  Resumes without an application will not be considered. 

City of Appleton Human Resources

100 N. Appleton Street, 6th floor

Appleton, WI 54911

Phone: (920) 832-6458

Email: humanresources@appleton.org

Equal Opportunity Employer