Are you looking for a career in law enforcement as a Police Officer? Look no further than the City of La Crosse Police Department!

Our mid-sized department is made up of 100 sworn officers who serve in various roles such as shift patrol and command, investigations, and community services with ample opportunity to advance through the ranks as Officer, Investigator, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and above! The Department also boasts numerous special teams such as Emergency Response Team, K-9 Unit, Bike Patrol, Water Patrol, Honor Guard, as well as specialized assignments like Neighborhood Resource Officer, School Resource Officer, and Community Resource Unit. The training we offer is second to none with opportunities to be certified as a Field Training Officer, DAAT or Firearms Instructor, as well as Taser, Standardized Field Sobriety Test, and Drug Recognition Expert classifications. On top of these fantastic opportunities, the members of the La Crosse Police Department have the support and assistance of our internal Police Officer Support Team and the greater La Crosse Area Law Enforcement Chaplaincy.

Some other benefits that La Crosse Police Officers enjoy:

• Competitive pay with the opportunity for an annual base pay between $61,000 and $73,000.
• Shift differential pay and education incentives
• 12-hour schedule on a 2/2, 3/2, 2/3 cycle which equates to every other weekend off!
• Ability to earn up to 6 weeks of paid vacation
• Annual Holiday bank of 11 days
• Cumulative compensatory time up to 80 hours and sick leave up to 120 days
• Opportunity to use sick leave for 4 Personal Business Days (8 hours per day) and 3 Family Care Days (8 hours per day)
• Other common Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, Life Insurance benefits

Open Application Period

If this sounds like a great opportunity, we are pleased to announce that the City of La Crosse Police & Fire Commission is accepting applications for the entry-level law enforcement position of Police Officer on an ongoing basis!

Please review the following information for instructions regarding the recruitment process, qualifications, benefits, and more.

• Applicant Qualifications
• Fringe Benefits Summary
• Lateral Transfer Information
• Physical Readiness Test:
  • Training Plan - a FREE, 5+ week detailed plan to achieve the physical fitness required by the PRT
  • Description of Requirements
  • Video Demonstration from the Wisconsin Department of Justice - Training & Standards (NOTE: The PRT Exit Standards are detailed at the end of the video. These are required by LCPD to become a sworn Officer.)
• National Police Officer Selection Test Information

Application Information

Application period opening soon!

 Applications for Police Officer are accepted through the City's NeoGov portal through Wednesday,  November 6, 2024. Applicants must be able to attach the following items at the time of application:

• Resume
• Transcripts documenting college credits (originals or copies)
• Answers to the following essay questions (no more than one page per question):

1. Why have you chosen to apply for this position?
2. Discuss things you have done which have contributed to your life experience. Remember to include information regarding volunteer work with civic, school, or professional organizations. Be specific about names and dates.
3. Why do you believe you could relate to and/or work with people of different races, sexes, cultures, ages, socioeconomic groups, and education levels?

Please have these items ready and available when you begin your application through NeoGov.

Applicants who meet the basic requirements and have all application materials on file will be invited by the City of La Crosse to participate in the following:

• Wednesday, November 13 - OR - Thursday, November 14: Oral Interview with the Police Department - approximately 20 minutes
• AND Friday, November 15: Candidates that pass the Oral Interview will move on to the Physical Readiness Test (must pass all components), National Police Officer Selection Test (must pass 70% or more) and Personnel Evaluation Profile Test.

For application questions, contact HR at (608) 789-7595.

For specific questions about what it's like to be a La Crosse Police Officer, contact the Professional Standards/Community Services Bureau at (608) 789-7240.

For more information on the City of La Crosse area:

• Explore La Crosse - La Crosse County Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Downtown Mainstreet, Inc.
• La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce
• County of La Crosse