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GoLawEnforcement.com

Police Officer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $56,909/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Independence, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/17/2026

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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.

$64,948 / year median in Missouri

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Police Officer Job Type:

Full Time Independence, MO Independence Police Department Salary:

$27.36 hourly.

Position Summary:

Position coordinates within various divisions of the Police Department relating to the protection of life and property; enforce state/federal law and municipal ordinances; preserve order throughout the community; and respond to community needs.

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED (college degree or college course work in criminal justice preferred), Valid driver's license by date of application, A good driving record, pass a comprehensive written exam, physical agility test, oral board interview, polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, undergo an extensive background investigation with ability to render credible testimony in a court of law, pass a medical exam and drug screen, successfully complete a state certified police academy for a Class "A", P.O.S.T. certification with a minimum 600 hours, (must be at least 21 years of age prior to completion of the academy), successfully complete a Field Training Officer program, and serve a 12 month probationary period after commissioning. Bilingual Skills Preferred.

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