Part-Time Police Officer

The City of Monona is accepting applications for part-time police officers.   All eligible applicants must be currently employed as a Wisconsin police officer with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.

The City of Monona is committed to welcoming all people – regardless of their race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or ability – and to fostering a sense of belonging and opportunity across our community and among our staff. Together we strive to remove barriers to living, working, and thriving in our city because we believe that diverse perspectives make Monona a great place to visit and call home.

 Applications must be complete and submitted online. A resume and cover letter which answers the following specific questions must be attached:

1. Why do you want to work part time for the City of Monona Police Department?
2. What do you have to offer our agency and the community that make you an exceptional officer? 

 Please also submit the following documents with your application:

• High School diploma, GED, or HSED or transcript
• Transcripts of any college credits you have earned from an accredited institution
• Your WI Law Enforcement Certification document (located in Acadis)
• Copy of your Birth Certificate

Chosen candidates will be required to successfully complete a Chief's interview, a Police & Fire Commission interview, drug screening, and a background investigation. Employment will be at-will, and benefits are not available for this position.

The following duties are normal for the position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.

• Conducts routine preventive patrol in designated areas of the City; patrols residential/business areas for detection of violators; initiates contacts with both business operators and residents; maintains an open line of communication within the community;
• Responds to calls for police service;
• Provides information and/or assistance to the public (this is a community service-oriented community)
• Investigates traffic accidents, enforces traffic violations, conducts driver intoxication investigations, conducts criminal and non-criminal investigations, performs surveillance, conducts follow-up investigations;
• Enforces Federal, State and local laws;
• Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required;
• Testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings; gives depositions.

The following are minimum qualifications for this position. Those who do not meet the minimum qualifications will be rejected from consideration.

• Must be a currently employed full-time Wisconsin police officer; 
• Must have a minimum of 3 years patrol officer experience;
• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Must be a citizen of the United States;
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Must have completed a minimum of 60 college credits.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver's license (or the ability to obtain a Wisconsin driver's license if one is not held), along with a good driving record;
• Must have no felony convictions (unless pardoned);
• Must have no domestic abuse convictions;
• Must have the ability to speak and understand the English language;
• Must be in good physical condition;
• Must have vision correctable to 20/20.

Qualified candidates must possess the following knowledge and abilities:

• Must have the ability to possess a firearm and skills to safely handle a firearm;
• Must be able to react quickly and effectively to stressful situations;
• Must have the ability to exercise discretion when investigating complex and/or sensitive crimes.
• Must have knowledge and skills in operating computer systems;
• Must have the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously;
• Must have the ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment;
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must be able to work different shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.