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Police Officer

City of Beloit | Beloit, WI

Posted Date 6/11/2025
Description

The City of Beloit Police Department, a department whose personnel are committed to protecting the lives, property and rights of all residents, is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. The Department continues to evolve through enhanced leadership, strong community relationships, and modern-day policing strategies. This is a great opportunity for a committed individual who enjoys serving the public and working in a progressive, forward-thinking organization.

City of Beloit Police Officers are responsible for ensuring the constitutional rights of all residents. Officers enforce the laws of the State of Wisconsin and the ordinances of the City of Beloit. Primarily officers focus on the prevention of criminal activity and disorder in Beloit neighborhoods while providing day-to-day police service and engagement with the community.

Why work for the City of Beloit?

Further Education Pay Incentives

Two set days off & every other weekend off

Overtime Opportunities

Retirement Insurance

No Residency Requirement

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Possession of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
3. Must be a United States citizen.
4. Must have the ability to speak and write the English language.
5. 40 Credits at time of application; 60 credits prior to completion of 5th year of employment as a law enforcement officer from a school that is accredited with the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools or equivalent accrediting body.
6. Applicants cannot be convicted of any felony or crime of domestic violence unless granted an absolute and unconditional pardon.
7. Bilingual speaking candidates highly desired.

*Candidates who are already certified law enforcement officers should apply for the position titled Police Officer- Lateral Hire.

Starting Salary in Academy: $25.94 per hour

Certifiable Law Enforcement Academy Graduates: $28.89

****PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE IMPORTANT DATES****


Alternate dates are NOT available. All finalized locations will be clearly communicated to candidates as soon as possible.


August 20 and 23, 2025: Successful candidates will participate in the physical and written exam. Location and details to follow.

August 27, 2025: Successful candidates will participate in the Assessment Center exercise. Location and details to follow.

September 11, 2025: Successful candidates will participate in the Chief's Interview. Location and details to follow.

Equal opportunity employer

Salary53,955.20 - 60,091.20 Annual
Field
Corrections
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma

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