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Location : Germantown Police Department
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-6
Department: Police
Opening Date: 03/05/2024
Closing Date: 4/5/2024 12:00 AM Central
Summary of Job
The Germantown Police Department has opened a hiring process for Lateral Transfers. Eligible candidates will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer. Starting wages will depend on a candidate's years of experience. Germantown Officers work a 4-2 rotation with 8.5-hour shifts. We are in the early stages of planning a new police facility with a potential start date of 2024. We are a rapidly growing department with 4 immediate vacancies. A public safety referendum is scheduled for April where we are requesting 4 additional officers. You will work with a team consisting of outstanding, dedicated individuals and also have access to an on site fitness room with ability to workout on duty (last half hour of an employees shift).
The Germantown police department is a growing department, which offers several rewarding specialty assignments including Field Training Officer, Evidence Technician, Drug Recognition Expert, Peer Support Team, and Drone Operator.
The Germantown Police Department is committed to offering both specialized training and frequent in-house training. We have several officers cross certified as instructors in DAAT, EVOC and Firearms, with some trainers holding other certifications as well. All officers are scheduled to participate in training to allow them to perform the Pursuit Intervention Technique (P.I.T.), within the next month. We are exploring options to have advanced training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, available to officers.
We have 8 officers assigned to the Washington County SWAT Team. Those officers train twice per month in firearms and tactical exercises.
We have a Detective Bureau with 3 Detectives including the Detective Sergeant. We have a Crime Prevention Officer that assists as an Investigator, and we have an Investigator assigned to the Washington County Metro Drug Unit.
We have two K9 Units, with one assigned to second shift and one assigned to third shift. We have School Resource Officers in both the Middle School and High School.
We are transitioning to a command staff that will include a Chief, Captain, Lieutenants (3), and six Sergeants with two per shift.
As you can see our agency has much to offer. Our greatest asset is the men and women of this department, both sworn and non-sworn. We are a department of talented, passionate professionals dedicated to serving. If you think you would be a fit, please apply. Feel free to contact us and let us answer any questions you may have.
This will be an accelerated hiring process. Candidates will be invited to an interview to include the Police and Fire Commission and members of the Command Staff. A background investigation will be conducted followed by a medical exam, to include drug screening, and a psychological examination. Uniforms are provided.
Typical Qualifications
Qualifications:
Education Requirements:
Employer Paid Leave
0-6 full years of service 10 work days 85 hours 3.27
7-14 full years of service 15 work days136 hours 5.23
15-19 full years of service 20 work days 170 hours 6.54
20+ full years of service 25 work days 212.5 hours 8.17
Recreation Discounts
Employees are given discounts for our Park & Recreation Programs as well as discount to our Kids Klub childcare.
Wellness Program
The Village of Germantown's Go365 wellness incentive program automatically integrates members' activity data from connections to apps, devices, gyms, studios and more so members can earn Points no matter how they're exercising. Employees earn wellness rewards for taking care of their everyday health-from completing fun activities and Challenges to regular dental exams and wellness checkups.
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP is available at no cost to all employees and their household members. The EAP provides confidential guidance on legal, financial and personal issues that could affect your health, relationships and job performance.
Health Insurance
United Medical Resources (UMR) through United Health Care. Effective on the first day! Employees have a 12% premium share with wellness participation or 25% premium share if they choose to not participate in the wellness program.
$1,300 annual benefit per eligible person; Premium paid 100% by the Village with $25 deductible.
Life Insurance
Employer-paid basic premium, value equal to 100% of the employee's annual salary rounded to the highest $1,000 with employee option to purchase up to two additional increments for a total of 3 times the employee's annual salary.
Long Term/Short Term Disability Insurance
The Village of Germantown offers a Short Term Disability plan through ETF to any regular employee that works at least 24 hours per week. The premium is paid 100% by ETF and the plan pays a monthly benefit of 75% of monthly base salary after the employee has been off work for 30 days.
Supplemental Benefits
Accident Insurance and Vision Insurance
Retirement
Wisconsin Retirement System participation with Employer Share 12% and Employee Share 6.5% gross wage. Optional participation in a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
Flexible Spending Plan
Diversified administered program (Section 125) with ability for pre-tax payment of qualifying medical, dental, and childcare expenses (up to federal limits)
Pay Periods/Direct Deposit
Village employees are paid bi-weekly, every other Monday. As an added convenience and safety measure, the Village requires all new employees to sign up for direct deposit of their payroll checks.
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Do you have two years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer?
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Location : Germantown Police Department
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-6
Department: Police
Opening Date: 03/05/2024
Closing Date: 4/5/2024 12:00 AM Central
Summary of Job
The Germantown Police Department has opened a hiring process for Lateral Transfers. Eligible candidates will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer. Starting wages will depend on a candidate's years of experience. Germantown Officers work a 4-2 rotation with 8.5-hour shifts. We are in the early stages of planning a new police facility with a potential start date of 2024. We are a rapidly growing department with 4 immediate vacancies. A public safety referendum is scheduled for April where we are requesting 4 additional officers. You will work with a team consisting of outstanding, dedicated individuals and also have access to an on site fitness room with ability to workout on duty (last half hour of an employees shift).
The Germantown police department is a growing department, which offers several rewarding specialty assignments including Field Training Officer, Evidence Technician, Drug Recognition Expert, Peer Support Team, and Drone Operator.
The Germantown Police Department is committed to offering both specialized training and frequent in-house training. We have several officers cross certified as instructors in DAAT, EVOC and Firearms, with some trainers holding other certifications as well. All officers are scheduled to participate in training to allow them to perform the Pursuit Intervention Technique (P.I.T.), within the next month. We are exploring options to have advanced training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, available to officers.
We have 8 officers assigned to the Washington County SWAT Team. Those officers train twice per month in firearms and tactical exercises.
We have a Detective Bureau with 3 Detectives including the Detective Sergeant. We have a Crime Prevention Officer that assists as an Investigator, and we have an Investigator assigned to the Washington County Metro Drug Unit.
We have two K9 Units, with one assigned to second shift and one assigned to third shift. We have School Resource Officers in both the Middle School and High School.
We are transitioning to a command staff that will include a Chief, Captain, Lieutenants (3), and six Sergeants with two per shift.
As you can see our agency has much to offer. Our greatest asset is the men and women of this department, both sworn and non-sworn. We are a department of talented, passionate professionals dedicated to serving. If you think you would be a fit, please apply. Feel free to contact us and let us answer any questions you may have.
This will be an accelerated hiring process. Candidates will be invited to an interview to include the Police and Fire Commission and members of the Command Staff. A background investigation will be conducted followed by a medical exam, to include drug screening, and a psychological examination. Uniforms are provided.
Typical Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Minimum two (2) years of law enforcement experience
- 21 Years of Age
- 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
- Driver's license Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- No domestic abuse convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. Citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- 60 college credits/Associate's Degree
Employer Paid Leave
- Holidays :11 paid Holidays per year.
- Sick Days :12 days/year, effective the first full month of employment (max 150 days).
- Bereavement: 3 days
- Paid Vacation: Employees earn vacation leave beginning the first day of employment and are eligible to use it as you earn it.
0-6 full years of service 10 work days 85 hours 3.27
7-14 full years of service 15 work days136 hours 5.23
15-19 full years of service 20 work days 170 hours 6.54
20+ full years of service 25 work days 212.5 hours 8.17
Recreation Discounts
Employees are given discounts for our Park & Recreation Programs as well as discount to our Kids Klub childcare.
Wellness Program
The Village of Germantown's Go365 wellness incentive program automatically integrates members' activity data from connections to apps, devices, gyms, studios and more so members can earn Points no matter how they're exercising. Employees earn wellness rewards for taking care of their everyday health-from completing fun activities and Challenges to regular dental exams and wellness checkups.
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP is available at no cost to all employees and their household members. The EAP provides confidential guidance on legal, financial and personal issues that could affect your health, relationships and job performance.
Health Insurance
United Medical Resources (UMR) through United Health Care. Effective on the first day! Employees have a 12% premium share with wellness participation or 25% premium share if they choose to not participate in the wellness program.
- Gold Plan - Deductible: $1,000 Single; $2,000 Family
- Premium - $120.64/month Single; $289.55/month Family
- Silver Plan - High Deductible Health Plan with HSA contribution*
- Deductible: $2,500 Single; $5,000 Family
- Premium $103.20/month Single; $247.69/month Family
- *HSA Village Contribution - $1,250/year Single (quarterly); $2,500/year Family (quarterly).
$1,300 annual benefit per eligible person; Premium paid 100% by the Village with $25 deductible.
Life Insurance
Employer-paid basic premium, value equal to 100% of the employee's annual salary rounded to the highest $1,000 with employee option to purchase up to two additional increments for a total of 3 times the employee's annual salary.
Long Term/Short Term Disability Insurance
The Village of Germantown offers a Short Term Disability plan through ETF to any regular employee that works at least 24 hours per week. The premium is paid 100% by ETF and the plan pays a monthly benefit of 75% of monthly base salary after the employee has been off work for 30 days.
Supplemental Benefits
Accident Insurance and Vision Insurance
Retirement
Wisconsin Retirement System participation with Employer Share 12% and Employee Share 6.5% gross wage. Optional participation in a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
Flexible Spending Plan
Diversified administered program (Section 125) with ability for pre-tax payment of qualifying medical, dental, and childcare expenses (up to federal limits)
Pay Periods/Direct Deposit
Village employees are paid bi-weekly, every other Monday. As an added convenience and safety measure, the Village requires all new employees to sign up for direct deposit of their payroll checks.
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Do you have two years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
