WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN AN APPLICANT?
The Madison Police Department is nationally recognized for its innovation and leadership in the police profession. The Department is in the forefront of such concepts as employee involvement in decision making, quality improvement, problem solving, and community-oriented policing. We are an organization where individuals can and do make a difference.
The Department wants to attract and retain men and women who reflect the diversity of our community. Wisconsin Law requires us to accept applications from those over 18 years of age. Those who are successful in our hiring process usually have educational and/or life experiences possessed by mature individuals. New training classes commonly include a number of individuals who are changing careers. The profile of a “typical” candidate hired by MPD is someone who has at least an associate’s degree (60 college credits) and most have a bachelor’s degree. Age range is from 22-45. Previous experience may include work in teaching, social work, business, law enforcement or a variety of other professions. We are by no means a “one size fits all” employer . . . we value the diversity of all academic, work and life experience.
We want to recruit applicants who can communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. We need individuals who can enforce the law while protecting the constitutional rights of all. The Madison Police Department seeks committed individuals who want to work with a multi-cultural citizenry in improving our quality of life.
