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Police Officers
Officers are first responders to all calls for service in the community including crimes in progress, traffic accidents, and quality of life issues. They are expected to utilize a wide range of community policing skills to address the unique needs of our community.
Officers regularly work with federal, state and local allied agencies in combined enforcement and special detail activities. We also enjoy a positive working relationship with our surrounding communities.
Officers regularly work with federal, state and local allied agencies in combined enforcement and special detail activities. We also enjoy a positive working relationship with our surrounding communities.
The Greenfield Police Department accepts applications for the position of Police Officer on an ongoing basis.
Please read and complete all forms carefully. Contact Captain Sean Licht with any questions.
Application Process
ATTN: Heather
Greenfield Law Enforcement Center
5300 West Layton Avenue
Greenfield, WI 53220
Please read and complete all forms carefully. Contact Captain Sean Licht with any questions.
Application Process
- Download and read the Police Officer Job Description
- Please see attached Residency Requirements (Updated)
- Download, read and fully complete the application
- Be sure to download our Veteran Preference Form if you qualify
- Return the application packet by U.S. Mail, FedEx/UPS or hand-delivery to:
ATTN: Heather
Greenfield Law Enforcement Center
5300 West Layton Avenue
Greenfield, WI 53220
- If you scan your documents, they can be emailed to Office Manager Heather Zagorski.
- If you email your application, it must be fully completed and signed. Your application is not accepted until you receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 1 business day, call Officer Manager Heather Zagorski at 414-761-5357.
Compensation
Police Officers receive a generous compensation package including vacation, sick leave, comp time, paid holidays, uniform allowance, longevity, shooting allowance, health insurance, dental insurance, and Wisconsin Retirement System. Current Police Officer compensation tops out at almost $79,000. The department furnishes all weapons and duty gear.
Benefits
- 11 paid holidays
- 4-2/4-2 work schedule
- Clothing allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Education incentive pay
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Longevity pay
- Sick Leave
- Wisconsin Retirement System
- Vacation
Qualifications
- 20 years of age
- 60 college credits, a Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree at the time of appointment
- Ability to possess a firearm
- Driver's License
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- United States citizen
Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application.
Screening Process
All applicants take the written Entry level police Officer Exam. Those passing the written exam are placed on the eligibility list. Qualified candidates may be invited for a police department interview and Police and Fire Commission Interview.
Prior to employment, police officer candidates undergo a thorough background investigation, medical and psychological screening and functional fitness exam. Police Officer candidates must be 20 years of age by the date of appointment. Click here to apply.
Specialty Positions
Because of the unique nature of suburban policing, many officers are afforded the opportunity to become involved in special assignments beyond the traditional patrol officer experience. All Greenfield Police Officers receive advanced specialized training in interview and interrogation, evidence collection, pursuit intervention and Intoximeter operation. Additional specialty assignments include:
- Arson Investigator
- Bicycle Patrol
- Canine Officer
- Community Liaison Officer
- Crisis Response Unit (SWAT Team)
- DARE Officer
- Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Evidence Technician
- Field Training Officer (FTO)
- Firearms Instructor
- Honor Guard
- Hostage Negotiator
- Property/Evidence Officer
- School Resource Officer
- TASER Instructor
- Traffic Accident Investigator
- Vehicle Contacts Instructor
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible police officer candidates must be United States citizen with a valid driver’s license and no felony convictions and be eligible to possess a firearm. An associate degree or 60 college credits are required. Applicants are not required to be certified or certifiable as a law enforcement officer.
Unique Experience
As a member of the Greenfield Police Department, you will find the work interesting, challenging, and rewarding. The department provides numerous opportunities for career development including a wide variety of specialty assignments. Police officers receive extensive training opportunities, and new and creative approaches to law enforcement are always encouraged. The work environment is pleasant and professional, and the personal benefits are hard to match.