POLICE PATROLMAN

City of Kearney, Missouri; Police; On-site; PLN 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kearney is seeking a Police Officer who will report to Police Corporal and operate within a 84-hour bi-weekly schedule. The role pays $25.52 to $31.09 per hour and is non-exempt under the sworn law enforcement classification.

The department emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and community service in daily operations. Responsibilities include responding to calls, arrests, patrols, traffic control, investigations, court appearances, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Missouri driver's license.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Missouri POST certification.

Responsibilities

• Responds to routine, urgent and emergency calls for service, makes arrests, transports prisoners, and serves warrants.
• Performs preventive patrol and actively enforces laws, statutes, and ordinances.
• Provides emergency assistance to the injured.
• Protects accident and/or crime scene to ensure evidence control.
• Directs and controls traffic to ensure safe and efficient movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of suspicious and/or criminal activities/ persons.
• Conducts traffic enforcement activities to reduce accidents.
• Prepares required reports for accidents, arrests, and other incidents.
• Appears in court to give evidence and testimony as to the facts surrounding cases being tried.
• Participates in arrest, searches and crowd control.
• Contacts/events participated in, documented outreach activities, and qualitative feedback)
• Training and development: completion of required and advanced training. (measured by training logs, certifications obtained, and proof of completion in courses)

Skills

Report writing

Mission alignment

Physical stamina

Verbal communication

Firearms proficiency

Follow directions

Interpersonal relations

Office 365 familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Missouri driver’s license

Missouri POST certification

Job description

Reports to: Police Corporal

FY2025 Position Pay Grade: 47

Department: Police Department

Salary range: $25.52/hour - $31.09/hour

FLSA status: non-exempt/sworn law enforcement

Objectives

• Promotes public trust and cooperation with the public.
• Support investigations at crime scenes when required.
• Promotes transparency, accountability, compliance, efficiency, and trust within the city and the community through effective communication and excellent and responsive customer service.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Responds to routine, urgent and emergency calls for service, makes arrests, transports prisoners, and serves warrants.
• Performs preventive patrol and actively enforces laws, statutes, and ordinances.
• Provides emergency assistance to the injured.
• Protects accident and/or crime scene to ensure evidence control.
• Directs and controls traffic to ensure safe and efficient movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of suspicious and/or criminal activities/ persons.
• Conducts traffic enforcement activities to reduce accidents.
• Prepares required reports for accidents, arrests, and other incidents.
• Appears in court to give evidence and testimony as to the facts surrounding cases being tried.
• Participates in arrest, searches and crowd control.
• Contacts/events participated in, documented outreach activities, and qualitative feedback)
• Training and development: completion of required and advanced training. (measured by training logs, certifications obtained, and proof of completion in courses)

Competencies

• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Understanding of the police department’s mission statement, and ability to use the knowledge to direct the efficient and effective use of assigned resources.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks and remain composed in stressful situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with coworkers and the community effectively.
• Proficiency in the safe and appropriate use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees, and the community.
• Proficiency in using email and Office 365.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid missouri driver's license.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Missouri Post cCertification.

Work Schedules And Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors, in varying, sometimes extreme weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to high-stress and potentially hazardous environments, including crime scenes.
• May be required to respond to emergency call-outs outside regular working hours. Use of standard law enforcement equipment, vehicles, and firearms.
• Work schedules will vary based on departmental needs. This position is a full-time role, working 84 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
• Schedules may include varying shifts or hours depending on operational requirements.

Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather; regularly is required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; and regularly is exposed to dangerous machinery, exposure to extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious disease when conducting investigations, responding to calls for service, operating police vehicles and other emergency police equipment, making public contact, and working at on-site emergency and crime scenes.

The City of Kearney serves to create a thriving, sustainable and desirable community.

Our core values are integrity, compassion, service, and teamwork. We are honest and transparent in our communications and operations. We treat all people with respect and dignity. We express ourselves in a genuine and honest way. We apply the laws and rules that govern us to every decision we make and every action we take. We are kind, friendly and considerate towards the community and our colleagues, regardless of their status or disagreement with us. We listen well and seek to understand before responding. We nurture and embrace differing perspectives to make better decisions. We care about our community and are sensitive to its needs. We work towards mutually beneficial solutions to get to yes for positive outcomes. We believe learning never stops and are committed to continuous improvement. We admit mistakes freely and openly so that we can learn and become better. We are passionate about helping others and making kearney a better place to live, work and visit. We recognize and appreciate that our differences make us stronger and smarter, allowing us to do amazing things for kearney. We question actions inconsistent with our values and provide candid, helpful, and timely feedback to our colleagues. We take responsibility for our actions and decisions and following through on our commitments and promises. We value creativity, a positive attitude and enjoying ourselves at work.

The City of Kearney offers a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates:

• Medical, dental, and vision options
• 13 paid holidays
• 4 weeks paid vacation
• sick time
• l-7 Missouri Lagers retirement pension for all full-time employees
• wellness plan
• tuition reimbursement
• annual service awards
• employee assistance program

The City of Kearney is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.