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.
$5,000 after successful completion of the academy Start a rewarding law enforcement career with the Springfield Police Department. We are seeking dedicated, community-minded individuals who are ready to serve and protect the residents of Springfield, Missouri. Police Recruits receive competitive pay while attending the police academy and earn an increased salary after graduation. Upon successfully completing the academy, recruits are also eligible for a $5,000 hiring incentive. Why Join Springfield PD? Earn $57,574 during the police academy Earn $63,960 upon academy graduation $5,000 hiring incentive after completing the academy 182 scheduled days off each year 11 paid holidays 80-160 hours of PTO, depending on experience Three floating holidays 12 sick days Zero-dollar health insurance premiums Spouse and family health coverage options Voluntary dental and life insurance Pension plan with no employee contribution required Tuition reimbursement up to $12,500 Annual clothing allowance of $1,450 Yearly raises based on satisfactory evaluations Up to $5,000 in relocation reimbursement Travel vouchers and hotel assistance for qualifying candidates Access to a 24-hour fitness facility Career Growth Springfield Police Officers have opportunities to advance by rank and pursue specialized assignments, including: SWAT K9 Homicide, narcotics, vice and robbery investigations Community Services Traffic Field Training Officer assignments Additional compensation opportunities may include translator pay, Field Training Officer pay, off-duty assignments and education incentive pay for qualifying criminal justice degrees.
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must:
Have a high school diploma or GED Be at least 21 years old by the time of commissioning Be a United States citizen Have no felony or domestic assault convictions Have no more than one DWI conviction, with no DWI convictions within the past three years Have no more than one at-fault accident or two moving violations within the past 12 months Meet required vision and hearing standards Meet the department's tattoo policy, including no tattoos on the head, face or neck Join a department that offers competitive compensation, valuable benefits, extensive time off and opportunities to build a long-term law enforcement career. Apply today to begin your career with the Springfield Police Department.
Pay:
$51,193.75 - $61,652.69 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Uniform allowance Vision insurance
