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POLICE LIEUTENANT

Hobart-Lawrence Police Department Hiring Announcement

The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department is accepting applications from professional, responsible, qualified, and motivated leaders for the position of Police Lieutenant.

The position of Police Lieutenant is a first-level leadership position with oversight responsibility for members of the Patrol Division. Police Lieutenants are also empowered to develop, implement, and administer department programs and special projects.

Responsibilities include: monitor, supervise, and evaluate activities of sworn and civilian employees to ensure the delivery of high quality police services; administer the assignment of personnel and work duties in patrol operations; enhance organizational effectiveness by empowering and leading personnel and encouraging career advancement; assist with development of department goals and objectives; command critical incidents; and other duties as assigned. Work is performed under general supervision of the Field Operations Division Commander.

Applicants must:

be a State of Wisconsin Certified Police Officer;
possess an Associate's degree; and
have at least three years of full-time law enforcement experience.

Compensation: Wage range for the position as of January 1, 2025, is $91,436.18 annually ($41.87 per hour). Police Lieutenants receive overtime compensation at time and a half over regular scheduled shifts. The department also offers an excellent fringe benefits package.

Patrol Lieutenant Work Schedule

Lieutenants work a Pitman 12-Hour Schedule (3-2-2) from Noon to Midnight.

2025 Vacation Accrual Schedule (Maybe allowable to start at year three on the scale)

Year 1 - 84.0 Hours
Year 2 - 134.4 Hours
Year 3 - 142.8 Hours
Year 4 - 151.2 Hours
Year 5 - 159.6 Hours
Year 6 - 168.0 Hours
Year 7 - 176.4 Hours
Year 8 - 184.8 Hours
Year 9 - 193.2 Hours
Year 10 - 201.6 Hours
Year 11 & Beyond - 210.0 Hours

Additional Paid Time Off

Eight (8) paid Holidays.
72 Hours of Sick Leave provided annually.
Compensatory Time Off Authorized.

Applications must be received no later than 4pm December 6th, 2024. Application materials are the following:

DJ-LE-330
Resume
Cover Letter

Please provide the application materials to Chief Michael Renkas at mrenkas@hlpdwi.org. If you have questions, you can call (920) 869-3800.

The Hiring Process

Complete DJ-LE-330

PEP/ Command Staff Interview

Leadership Profile

Police Commission Interview

Background Investigation

Drug-Screen

Medical Evaluation

Psychological Assessment

Polygraph

POLICE OFFICER

NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR POLICE OFFICER.

LATERAL TRANSFER PROGRAM

The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department is seeking individuals with Wisconsin Law Enforcement experience at the municipal, county, or state level to join our team as part of our lateral transfer program. Individuals with qualifying law enforcement experience will receive year-for-year credit with placement on the salary scale (up to year three) and increased vacation.

Hobart-Lawrence Police Department Hiring Process Introduction

The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department has created a flexible organization, staffed by highly motivated and well-trained police officers. Careful selection is a key to success in achieving the goals and objectives of the Department. Another key to success has been the Department's willingness to break from the tradition and employ innovative methods of policing.

The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department selection process is a fair and equitable competition resulting in the best candidates being offered employment. Applicants will be processed on an ongoing basis throughout the year. The amount of time required to complete all stages of the process varies according to the needs of the Department and anticipated start dates.

About the Village of Hobart & the Town of Lawrence

Hobart is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Wisconsin (10,808 population), and with more than 33 square miles of land, opportunities in Hobart aren't slowing down anytime soon. This isn't a commuter town, we are a community. Just a 10 minutes drive from downtown Green Bay, and even closer to Lambeau Field and Green Bay's Austin Straubel International Airport, the Village of Hobart is truly a live, work and play community. Residents, jobs, and entertainment opportunities in the Village create a customer based that's eager to support local business and law enforcement.

Lawrence, a town of over 6,800 population, is also one of the fastest growing municipalities in Wisconsin. Lawrence offers a high quality of both urban and rural lifestyles and excellent opportunities for residential, commercial and industrial growth. Interstate 41 runs through the middle of the community and provides ready access to both Appleton to the south and Green Bay to the north. The beautiful and picturesque Fox River forms the Town's eastern border.

The Opportunity

New officers will be able to participate in all aspects of police work, from community engagement and problem-solving to criminal investigations and traffic enforcement. With an authorized sworn-staff of 15 full-time officers and 2 part-time officers, our department allows new officers to develop, and experienced officers to grow further in a more connected work environment.

Following completion of a probationary period, new officers become eligible to apply for specialized positions, including: K9 Handler (Patrol and Therapy), Evidence Technician, Department Instructor, Department Armorer, Drone Pilot, Community School Resource Officers, Investigator, and more!

The Ideal Candidate

Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, conscientious individuals, ready for a unique and challenging career who are able to think critically, solve problems and effectively communicate with a wide array of individuals.

Prior law enforcement experience is not required; however the department welcomes experienced officers.

The Details

All Hobart-Lawrence Police Department officers received an excellent benefit package, including enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (consistently rated one of the country's best).

2024 Officer Pay Scale (*Subject to Change)

Starting (2184 Hours) - $ 64,755.60
After Year 1 - $ 69,713.28
After Year 2 - $ 77,278.66
After Year 3 (Max Patrol) - $ 81,790.80

2024 Vacation Accrual Schedule

Year 1 - 84.0 Hours
Year 2 - 134.4 Hours
Year 3 - 142.8 Hours
Year 4 - 151.2 Hours
Year 5 - 159.6 Hours
Year 6 - 168.0 Hours
Year 7 - 176.4 Hours
Year 8 - 184.8 Hours
Year 9 - 193.2 Hours
Year 10 - 201.6 Hours
Year 11 & Beyond - 210.0 Hours

Additional Paid Time Off

Eight (8) paid Holidays.
72 Hours of Sick Leave provided annually.
Compensatory Time Off Authorized.

Patrol Officer Work Schedule

Officers work a Pitman 12-Hour Schedule (3-2-2)

Officer Equipment

Officers are provided a ballistic vest, issued Staccato P Handgun, Taser 7, ASP expandable Baton, etc.
New Officers are provided necessary uniform and equipment to cover first two years of service.
After first two years of service, Officers receive up to $600 annual uniform/ equipment.

Officer Wellness & Support

All department members are supported by wellness efforts including an annual check-in with a mental health professional, access to a peer support team, and an employee assistance program.

The Hiring Process

Complete DJ-LE-330 (Questions Required) - Submit to Captain B. Olson (bolson@hlpdwi.org) by August 25th, 2024.

Wisconsin Physical Readiness Test

Written Test

Command Staff Interview