Eagle River is a small town of locals who welcome new “locals” to our community every day. Our City is made up of newcomers and old timers alike who bond over their love of the great outdoors, rural living and a slower pace of life in a safe community where they actually get to know their neighbors. It’s home to people who enjoy playing in the same place they work.

The City of Eagle River has a history of life-long employees. People who have worked here for decades and keep their jobs not because they have to, but because they want to, and because they have the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the community they love. Yes, the City offers generous benefits and competitive pay for our area, flexibility and a personal connection from the Mayor on down, but the reason people come to work here, and stay here, is the chance to make a difference in the City they call home. We will be looking for new additions to our Utility and Police departments in the next few years, and we look forward to welcoming new locals to our little slice of heaven in the Northwoods.

The City of Eagle River, from time to time, has employment opportunities available. When available, position descriptions will be posted here. For more information, please contact the City Administrator, Robin Ginner, at 715-479-8682, ext 227 or rcginner@eagleriverwi.gov. 

Applications are now being accepted by the Eagle River Police Department to hire one Officer and establish an eligibility list for a full-time Police Officer position.

Salary & Benefits: Wages are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.  Starting wage is currently $31.03./hr which rises to $36.95/hr after 2 years. Benefits include Wisconsin Retirement System, health insurance, paid vacation (42.5 hrs for first year, 85 hrs after 2 years), holidays (10 days) and sick time.  Patrol Officers work a 7 on 7 off schedule with 10.5 hr shifts.  Lateral entry benefits may be approved for full-time officers with over 3 years of experience.

A comprehensive list of benefits is available upon request. 

Qualifications:  U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age, valid driver’s license with good driving record and no Operating While Intoxicated or Prohibited Alcohol convictions, no criminal convictions, no domestic or harassment injunctions, ability to possess a firearm, possess an associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher, are certifiable for the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board eligibility, possess high moral character and sound work history.

Apply:  Applicants must submit a résumé, cover letter and complete Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Employment Application form DJ-LE-330.  Completion of category 6, general questions A-C, on the application form must be answered.  Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m., Monday, April 20th, 2026 Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis.  Late applications will not be considered.  Submit résumé, cover letter and application to the Eagle River Police Department, Attention: Chief Tyler Salvinski, 525 E. Maple St., P.O. Box 1269, Eagle River, WI 54521.  Applications are available 24 hours per day online at www.eagleriverpolice.org or at www.wilenet.org under the Training and Standards tab.

Note: Successful applicants will be required to pass a written examination, oral interviews, a physical agility assessment, vision examination, a medical examination including a pre-employment drug screen, a psychological assessment and an extensive background investigation. THE CITY OF EAGLE RIVER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.