Officers will receive instruction in State and Federal laws, arrest procedures, firearms, emergency vehicle driving, domestic abuse laws, as well as many other duties. After the successful completion of Recruit School, the probationary police officer begins the Field Training Program with the Eau Claire Police Department. If a new employee is currently certified by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board, the departmental probationary period is twelve months, beginning on the date of appointment. If a new employee is not certified, the probationary period begins on the date of appointment and extends twelve months after the date of certification. This period shall not exceed eighteen months from the date of appointment.
Emphasis is placed on high standards of personal discipline, integrity, appearance, and conduct.
A probationary officer is generally in the Field Training Program for a period of 14 weeks. Assignment Upon successful completion of the Field Training Program, the probationary police officer remains assigned to the Patrol Division. During an officer s career, opportunities for transfer to other assignments within the department may occur, but none are more challenging and rewarding than that of the officer on patrol. Police Reserve and volunteer information can be directed to the Training Officer at 839-4996.