POLICE OFFICER

Position Summary:

We are actively seeking experienced police officers to join our team. With a commitment to public safety and community service, we offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. We also provide Police Academy Sponsorships for those interested in starting their careers in law enforcement.

Normal Shift: 12-hour shift, days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Emergency Response: Respond to routine, urgent, and emergency calls for service, providing timely assistance and support.
• Law Enforcement: Perform preventive patrols, enforce laws, statutes, and ordinances, and handle potential and actual police hazards.
• Traffic Control: Direct and control traffic to ensure vehicles and pedestrians' safe and efficient movement.
• Crime Scene Management: Protect accident and crime scenes to maintain evidence control.
• Investigations: Conduct preliminary investigations of suspicious and criminal activities, and prepare detailed records and reports.
• Criminal Apprehension: Pursue, apprehend, and transport individuals threatening public safety.
• Traffic Enforcement: Conduct traffic enforcement to reduce accidents and deter unlawful driving behavior.
• Assist in the conviction of unlawful behavior through enforcement, investigative and court support activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• High school graduate or GED certificate.
• If an Armed Forces of the United States of America Veteran, must have received a discharge under Honorable Conditions.
• Must meet all Missouri Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification requirements for a 1st class charter county (Class A) prior to start date.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age by graduation from Police Academy.
• Must have a Motor Vehicle Operator's License valid in the state of Missouri.
• Must pass required testing.

Why Join Us:

If you are committed to public safety, enjoy tackling challenges, and are ready to make a positive impact on the community, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to serve with distinction and contribute to the safety and well-being of our community.

Salary and Benefits:

• Police Recruit Salary: $58,884.80
• Starting Salary: $75,324.60* (Patrol Division)
• Lateral Salary: $75,324.60 - $79,893.84 (Patrol Division)
• Top Out Salary: $107,445.00* (Attainable in 15 Years, Patrol Division)
• Benefits Include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Vacation; Employee Assistance Program; Tuition Reimbursement; Life Insurance; Long-Term Care; Defined Benefit Plan (Retirement/LAGERS L-6 with Rule of 80 option); 12 Paid Holidays; 40 hours of sick time annually; 1 Personal Day annually

*Figures include additional pay for five-(5) holidays worked, seven-(7) holidays scheduled off and 24 hours of mandatory training OT.

Apply Today:

If you are an experienced police officer or aspiring recruit with a dedication to law enforcement and community service, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team!

This position is open until filled with deadlines extended as needed. For any questions regarding the position or benefits, please contact Lt. Jay Hultz at 636-477-6600 X-3553.

NOTE: No visible tattoos while wearing a long-sleeved uniform shirt and open collar. (Optional - an arm sleeve may be worn to cover the forearm when wearing a short sleeve uniform shirt in a single color matching the uniform shirt or trousers, or may be black in color)

All candidates for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of these checks. The City is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free work environment and requires all employees to adhere to these standards.