In addition, the police department provides the officers with uniforms, body armor, and all duty gear, including firearms.
Compensatory time is available to all but patrol officers.
The selection of police officers for the City of Eau Claire entails a process of choosing only the best qualified and professional persons for employment. The ideal applicant is a responsible individual with the ability to communicate effectively with the public. Interested persons must first meet the listed qualifications before applying. An applicant with the Eau Claire Police Department shall possess either a 2-year associate degree from a Wisconsin vocational, technical, and adult education district or its accredited equivalent from another state or a minimum of 60 fully accredited college level credits at the time of appointment. Valid U.S. Driver s License Must be listed on the application at the time of application.