Sun Prairie Police Department is currently accepting applications for Police Officer.  Deadline for Spring 2021 process in January 31, 2021.

After completing the application and meeting minimum standards, applicants will receive an invite by February 1st to a general knowledge written test to be completed remotely during the week of February 2-5, 2021.

Applications will then be ranked based upon candidate responses to questions on this application including:  Cultural diversity experience, problem solving and decision making experience, written test score, veteran/military service, bilingual skills, LESB certifiable status, 60 college credits, completed degree, connection to Sun Prairie, prior law enforcement experience, computer knowledge/experience, prior life experiences lending to an ability to perform as a police officer, experience in effective teamwork, awards/honors/commendations received, and community involvement/volunteerism to be invited to continue in the process.

The Police Commission will hold remote interviews on February 17, 18, 20, and 22, 2021; and rate each candidate on a percentage basis.  Candidates that score 140 points between the written test and Oral Interview will be placed on an Eligible List (each % score = one point)  Example:  60% on written and 90% on interview = 150 points. This Eligibility List is valid for a 12 month period.