Community-Driven Police Officer (Certified Preferred)

Kansas Peace Officers Association; Kansas; On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KP&F Retirement

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Uniforms provided

Gym membership

Job summary

City of Westwood seeks dedicated Police Officers (certified preferred) to join a small, professional department serving Westwood, Westwood Hills and Mission Woods. The role includes proactive community policing, reporting, and maintaining safety in three cities within Johnson County.

The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with criteria including three years of road patrol experience, KLETC certification or reciprocity within the first year, and a minimum high school

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of certified road patrol experience preferred.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; continuing education annually (40 hours).
• Preferred to have Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) certification or reciprocity within the first year.
• No felony convictions; clean driving record; able to adapt to diverse situations with professionalism.

Skills

Road patrol experience

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Continuing education 40 hours annually

Tools

KLETC certification (or reciprocity)

Job description

City of Westwood seeks dedicated Police Officers (certified preferred) to join a small, professional department serving Westwood, Westwood Hills and Mission Woods. The role includes proactive community policing, reporting, and maintaining safety in three cities within Johnson County.

The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with criteria including three years of road patrol experience, KLETC certification or reciprocity within the first year, and a minimum high school