Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
UniqueId=102&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Police-Officer-431 Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam
G
GoLawEnforcement.com
Police Officer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Career Insights for Law Enforcement Officer
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Montana data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
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.
$72,841 / year median in Montana
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Police Officer Job Type:
Full Time Kalispell, MT Kalispell Police Department Salary:
$38.43 hourClosing Date:
09/25/2026Position Summary:
Performs police patrol, investigation, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activities.Essential Functions:
Work on rotating shifts performing security patrols, traffic control/enforcement, investigation and first aid at accidents, detection, investigation, and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct. Work an assigned shift using judgment in deciding course of action. Expected to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance. Maintain normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation on major emergencies or precedent. Carry out duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws, ordinances, and policies. Respond to emergency radio calls and investigates accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing children, prowlers, abuse of drugs, etc. Takes appropriate law enforcement action. Interrogate/interview suspects and witnesses. Recognize, preserve, and document evidence. Prepare cases and testify in court proceedings. Prepare a variety of reports and records including, but not limited to: investigation, arrest and accident reports.Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older. Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State driver's license; applicants driving history will be taken into consideration. U.S. citizen High school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to read and write the English language Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits.Preferred Requirements:
A two-year or greater college degree, or; An equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any state. Ability to meet Department's and States physical standards. Ability to adhere to the Kalispell Police Department's Tattoo/Body Piercing Policy.https:
//www.kalispell.com/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=102&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Police-Officer-431 Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam