Police Officer

Agency Name
Dodgeville Police Dept

Agency City
Dodgeville

Agency State
Wisconsin

Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy, Establish eligibility list

Type of Opening
Full-Time

Salary Minimum
$35.90

Salary Maximum
$38.04

Salary Type
Hour

Dependent on Qualifications
Yes

Position Responsibilities
Performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work consisting of preventative patrol, community policing activities, criminal investigations, car crash investigations, enforcement of Federal and State Statutes, enforcement of Municipal Ordinances, first responder responsibilities, traffic control activities, provides emergency response to citizen requests and performs all other police functions within the City of Dodgeville

Lateral Transfer Program
Yes

Lateral Transfer Program Details
The following benefits are commensurate with the employee’s total full-time law enforcement employment.
1) Job rate wages
2) Vacation time
3) Accumulated sick leave

Benefits
Clothing Allowance, Deferred Compensation, Dental, Education Incentive Pay, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Longevity Pay, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, Wisconsin Retirement Fund

Number of Paid Holidays
13

Other Benefits

• 2027 Wages increase to $37.33/$39.57 HR
• $1.00 Hourly Shift Differential from 4 p.m. to 6 a.m.
• $800 Uniform Allowance (Year 1) $600 in subsequent years.
• $500 Annual Vision Reimbursement (Includes Sunglasses!)
• $300 Annual Fitness Membership Reimbursement
• Annual paid wellness visit -with remainder of the day off
• All 13 Holidays are able to be used as time off throughout the year
• Longevity pay of ($30.00) for each year of service; after 5 years ($40.00) for each year of service; after 10 years ($50.00) for each year of service; after 15 years ($60.00) for each year of service; and after 20 years ($70.00) for each year of service

Qualifications

• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
• 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
• Clear and concise speech
• Driver's license
• Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
• Good driving record
• Good physical condition
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
• No domestic abuse convictions
• No felony convictions
• React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
• U.S. citizen

Minimum Age
18

Other Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 60 College Credits/Associate's Degree
• *Completion of, or current enrollment in, a WI LESB approved academy is REQUIRED

Application Deadline
Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:00

Agency Application
DJ-LE-330, Resume

Link to Application
https://dodgevillewi.gov/jobs
 

Application Contact

Submitter's Email
bw59@dodgevillewi.gov

Name
Brandon Wilhelm

Title
Chief

Agency
Dodgeville Police Department

Address
111 W. Merrimac St.
Dodgeville. 53533

Phone
(608) 935-5950

Ext.
359

Fax
(608) 935-9655

Email
policechief@dodgevillewi.gov

Website
https://dodgevillewi.gov/jobs

Notes
Background Check, Drug Screening, Medical Examination, Oral Interviews, Physical Fitness/Agility Screening, Psychological Examination, Written Exam

Other Notes

• • Applicants must submit both a DJ-LE-330 Application and Resume. Application materials may be mailed to the agency, dropped off in person, or sent in PDF format via email to policechief@dodgevillewi.gov

Education Requirements
High school diploma, 60 college credits / Associate's degree

Additional Education Information
* An Associate's Degree, OR a Bachelor's Degree in any field, OR at LEAST 60 earned credits from a two or four-year college institution is desired; however, candidates may be eligible for an educational waiver.
 

Featured Text
Serve with Pride. Protect with Purpose. Grow with Dodgeville.

The Dodgeville Police Department is seeking Wisconsin-certified law enforcement officers who are committed to professional service, community engagement, and excellence in policing. Join a progressive department that values integrity, teamwork, and officer wellness while offering competitive wages and excellent benefits.

We have one upcoming vacancy and will be establishing an eligibility list for any future vacancies.

Not sure if this is the Department for you? Check us out in person or online at https://dodgevillewi.gov/police

Affirmative Action (AA)
Yes

American Disability Act (ADA)
Yes
 

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Yes