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POLICE OFFICER

RECRUITMENT
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The Sparta Police Department is an equal opportunity employer that periodically recruits police officer candidates to sustain an eligibility list or fill vacancies within the Department. Recruitment notices are posted on the Wisconsin Department of Justice website, WILENET and in the Sparta newspapers. Prospective candidates are not required to be certifiable through Wisconsin Training and Standards. The Department will provide the necessary training required for law enforcement certification.

Minimum Standards:

The City of Sparta Police and Fire Commission (PFC) has established the following minimum standards for police candidates.

· 18 Years of Age

· Valid Driver’s License

· No Felony Convictions

· United States Citizen

· Ability to Speak, Read, Comprehend, and Write Using the English Language

· Physical and Mental Wellbeing to Perform the Duties of a Law Enforcement Officer

· Possess 60 Fully Accredited College Level Credits or a 2 Year Associate Degree From a Recognized Adult Education District

Selection Process:

Prospective Police Officer Candidates who meet the minimum standards will be invited to participate in the following selection process:

Written Examination
Physical Agility Testing
Oral Examination before the Police and Fire Commission (PFC) **
Police Department Oral Examination(s)
Extensive Character Investigation
Psychological Examination
Physical Examination & Drug Screen
Two Year Written Contract Pledging Service to the Community

** Spanish Speaking Bilingual Candidates may be allotted an interview preference by the PFC but must successfully complete all phases of the selection process.

What to Expect if Hired:

Newly hired Sparta Police Officers are subjected to a rigorous twelve week Field Training Program that provides individualized instruction on law enforcement duties and specifics related to the City of Sparta and Monroe County. Officers will be indoctrinated into police problem solving and receive training on the various weapons systems maintained by the agency. Advanced training in interview and interrogations, breath examination, and speed detection devices are just some of the courses officers typically attend within the first year of employment. After completing the 18 month probationary period, officers can volunteer to participate in several specialty assignments including the Monroe County Combined Tactical Unit (CTU), Bicycle Patrol Unit, Evidence Technician, and K9 Handler to name a few.

The men and women of the Sparta Police Department are highly motivated and devoted to the community. The Department places an emphasis on career development and balancing individual desires with departmental needs. This allows officers to obtain a great deal of specialization within their desired field, while meeting the overall goals and mission of the Department.