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City of Dodge City, KS
Police Officer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$67,714 / year median in Kansas
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting, rewarding and challenging career? Do you want to serve your community? Law enforcement experience is not a requirement for a new recruit! The Dodge City Police Department is looking for committed talent to join our team. Applications are currently being accepted for Police Officer with the City of Dodge City Police Department. A $5,000 hiring bonus will be paid to new recruits provided they agree to and sign a contract which states the employee agrees to remain an employee of the Police Department in good standing for a term of two years. This hiring bonus will be paid in full to the employee upon the first paycheck after the employment starts. Under general supervision, police officers patrol an assigned beat and investigate incidents in the enforcement of law and order in the protection of life and property. Applications will be used to fill current vacancies and to form an eligibility list for future reference. Recruit officer's starting salary is $55,692.00 annually. Yearly pay increases with 14-year step plan. Lateral entry available based on experience. No experience is necessary. We will train qualified recruits!