Join the Eau Claire
Police Department
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Eau Claire Police Department prides itself on being on the cutting edge of where law enforcement should be. With excellent benefits, 4-day work weeks, and many advancement opportunities, the Eau Claire Police Department is the perfect place to grow your career!
Police officer applications are open.
BECOMING A
POLICE OFFICER
REQUIREMENTS
Individuals must be 18 years old and a high school graduate with a minimum of 60 post-high school semester credits (you can possess any degree/background to become an officer) OR must have three (3) years full-time employment or military experience and obtain 60 post-high school semester credits within five (5) years of appointment. Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, be a United States citizen, and/or have proof of naturalization. Candidates cannot have felony convictions on their records.
SALARY/INCENTIVES
Salary Range: $65,414.99 to $81,203.56 - dependent upon years of service (lateral hires may start at a higher step within the pay scale). Additional shift differential, educational incentive, holiday, and other pays available. If you are not a certifiable police officer, we will sponsor you through the Law Enforcement Academy and pay an hourly recruit rate of $26.20 while you attend. The Law Enforcement Academy is held through the Chippewa Valley Technical College located in Eau Claire, WI.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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Written Exam
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Physical Exam
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1.5 Mile Run, Max Time = 16:57 min/sec
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300 Meter Sprint, Max Time = 68 sec
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Sit-ups, 30 in 60 sec
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Vertical Jump, Min Height = 14 inches
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Agility Run, Max Time = 19.5 sec
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Push-ups, Min Reps = 23
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Police & Fire Commission Oral Interview
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Chief Staff Interview
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Background Investigation & Additional Testing
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Detailed information can be found HERE
Contact Us for Employment
Eau Claire Police Department
721 Oxford Ave Suite 1400, Eau Claire, WI 54703