Police Officer
NOTE: Only applications submitted through the City of Oshkosh website will be considered: www.oshkoshwi.gov
2025 Pay Range: $63,528 - $87,153
Welcome to the Oshkosh Police Department- the only nationally accredited municipal law enforcement agency in the state of Wisconsin. A police department committed to excellence and fostering a safe and positive environment for the community. We’re thrilled to announce exciting career opportunities as we expand our team by hiring several new police officers. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to serve, grow, and make a real difference in our community. We are looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team!
Why Join Us?
The Oshkosh Police Department offers excellent salaries and benefits, on-going training and professional development, as well as numerous opportunities for career advancement and one of the most unique and sought-after Patrol Schedules, which allows officers to have off at least two weekends each month. Our 10-hour shift creates a better work-life balance and maximizes officer efficiency and community responsiveness.
The 10-hour work schedule consists of the following rotation:
- 5 days on, 4 days off
- 5 days on, 4 days off
- 5 days on, 5 days off.
Applicants are encouraged to bring their unique skills to the department and pursue their interests through our specialty teams and positions. These include: Behavioral Health Officer, School Resource Officer, Detective, Vice and Narcotics Unit, K9 Unit, Bike Patrol, Motorcycle Unit, Mobile Field Force Team, SWAT, Honor Guard, Crash Investigation Team, Crisis Negotiations Team, and Drone Team. These teams enable officers to expand their skill sets and focus on specific law enforcement areas of interest while applying best practices to help keep the community safe.
Our department believes in equipping our officers with premier training resources. We have an immersive virtual reality training simulator in which officers are placed in interactive real-life scenarios. This system allows officers to work on a variety of skills including: de-escalation techniques, communication, active listening, decision-making, judgement and problem solving.
Qualifications to Apply:
- Within a semester of completing one of the following: Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or 60 college credits from an accredited institution.
- Ability to hold a valid driver’s license at the time of employment.
- At least 20 years old.
- Citizenship: Must be a United States citizen.
- Clean Record: No felony or domestic abuse-related convictions.
To Apply: If you have a strong sense of integrity and responsibility, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and want to serve your community then encourage you to apply today. Deadline: Midnight on December 24, 2024.
Visit the Employment page on the City of Oshkosh website for the complete hiring timeline, detailed position description, and to submit your application.
The City of Oshkosh is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.
Join us in making a difference in Oshkosh! Explore this rewarding career and apply today!