The Wisconsin State Capitol Police Department is excited to announce we have openings for law enforcement officers.

Experienced law enforcement officers are strongly encouraged to apply!  You know the job, you love serving the public, but you’re looking for a new challenge, great leadership, and a change from the routine. Let the Wisconsin State Capitol Police be the next chapter in your career. Pay for experienced law enforcement officers will be commensurate with years of certified law enforcement experience. 

State Capitol Police is different than what you have been doing. We treat our staff with dignity and respect, and we prioritize and teach outstanding leadership at every level. As a statewide agency we offer fantastic opportunities beyond just ‘routine’ patrol work. We specialize in infrastructure security, dignitary protection, special events and civil protests, and we are leaders in statewide air operations. You will have the opportunity to contribute your experiences in new ways, learn new things, accept new challenges, and work with an outstanding team of dedicated professionals.

We have something for everyone, including protective services at the Capitol and other state buildings, patrol operations, dignitary protection specialists at the WI Executive Residence, a criminal investigations unit, a drone team, and a team that conducts comprehensive security studies across the state. Come join a great organization where high standards are supported through positive culture, training, and a variety of resources.

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

The Capitol Police Officer position performs all security and law enforcement functions on the assigned shift at DOA owned and leased facilities. This position provides law enforcement services to the citizens of the State of Wisconsin. This position determines appropriate law enforcement actions to be taken; applying and interpreting State of Wisconsin and Federal statutes; working with people from diverse backgrounds; recording and preserving evidence, enforcing parking statutes; providing first aid including CPR, and conducting beat patrols.

Starting hourly rate for the Police Officer position (schedule/range 36-63) will be $29.58 per hour – $42.84 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. A 24-month probationary period is required.  

Positions filled as a bilingual officer (Spanish/English) may be eligible for an up to $1.00 per hour bilingual add-on.  

Candidates who are new to state service or who have not held any permanent position with the state within the last five years and are willing to commit to working at the Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Police, for at least one year may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $2,000!

In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal holiday to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program. 
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Candidates must have a valid Wisconsin Driver's License with a good driving record. The selected candidate must successfully pass a drug screening, psychological evaluation, medical examination, vision screening, and fitness exam. This position requires ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, days, nights or swing shifts. Must also have the ability to be on call. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to selection. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form. DOA does not sponsor work visas.

These Capitol Police Officer positions may also be filled as a bilingual police officer. If you are bilingual in Spanish and English, be sure to click the "Add Language Skills" button in the Qualifications>Profile Information step of the application process and indicate your Spanish speaking proficiency level. Those who are selected to fill a bilingual officer position will be tested on their ability to communicate in Spanish and English prior to appointment.

Minimally qualified applicants will currently be certified as a law enforcement officer by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB), or eligible for certification within 30 days of application, or currently enrolled in a 720-hour Law Enforcement Academy. 

**** Certification as a jail or correctional officer by the Law Enforcement Standards Board does NOT qualify. ****

In addition, a qualified applicant for a bilingual officer position will have the ability to read, write, and speak fluently in Spanish in addition to English.

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. If you are a certified law enforcement officer, upload a copy of your LESB certification to your Wisc.Jobs account under supporting documentation, as a license/certification. Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Questions can be directed to Nathan Draeger at nathan2.draeger@wisconsin.gov or 608-266-0664.

The first application review deadline is 11:59PM on February 3, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis until the needs of the department are met.