Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy

• Be at least 18 years of age and a United States citizen (required for employment)
• Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license or other such valid operator’s permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
• Possess a general educational development diploma or be a high school graduate
• Have earned at least 60 accredited college credits
• No unpardoned felony conviction
• No misdemeanor crime of domestic violence convictions
• Complete the Academy Application Packet and additional requirements

The next full-time academy will start on January 18, 2021. You must be accepted into the academy prior to applying to the program. Please check back soon for the application packet and additional information. 

Please contact Tammy Roehl at troehl3@blackhawk.edu with any questions regarding agency-sponsored recruit applications and deadlines.

Pre-service applicants must complete and submit the Academy Application Packet by the deadline for consideration. The application process for Fall 2020 has closed.

• Complete an oral interview
• Undergo a criminal history records check
• Undergo a medical assessment
• Complete and pass a Physical Readiness Assessment

Contact Tammy Roehl at troehl3@blackhawk.edu with questions.

• Aware of appropriate procedures for crisis management and dispute resolution
• Apply critical thinking skills for appropriate law enforcement decision-making
• Demonstrate ability to value self and work ethically with others in a diverse population
• Develop tactical skills to become better aware of appropriate procedures for crisis management and dispute resolution