Police Patrol Officer

DESCRIPTION

: The City of Richmond is accepting applications for a Patrol Officer for the Police Department. We are seeking qualified applicants who are highly motivated, energetic, professional, and community-oriented individuals interested in law enforcement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Answers calls for service and writes an/or files reports. Patrols areas as directed by supervisor. Helps maintain car and building appearance by completing assigned cleaning duties. These are only "examples" of work duties, employee will be expected and required to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 21 years of age; High School graduate or equivalent, college level is preferred. Must possess a valid Missouri Driver's License with no restrictions; a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behavior. Applicants must also be Missouri P.O.S.T. certified.

SALARY:

This is a full time non-exempt position and eligible for overtime; starting hourly rate of $21.64. Benefits package includes paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System (LAGERS), medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Available voluntary benefits include Aflac supplemental insurance, 457(b) retirement plan, term life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical expenses and dependent care.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Must submit a completed City of Richmond Application for Employment for consideration. Your application must include all relevant education and experience you possess, including at least the past four employers, and at least three references who are not relatives or past/present supervisors. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applications available at Richmond City Hall, 205 Summit, Richmond MO 64085, phone: 816-776-5304, or city website: www.cityofrichmondmo.org. Required documents may be submitted electronically to Courtney Williams, hr@cityofrichmondmo.org. Questions can be submitted to Chief of Police Scott Bagley, sbagley@richmondpolice-mo.com. The City of Richmond is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. The City of Richmond prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Richmond conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $21.64 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person