Community-First Police Officer | Paid Benefits & Training

City of Pleasant Hill; Pleasant Hill (MO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City paid retirement (LAGERS L-6)

Health insurance paid options (City to

Uniforms provided

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Onsite gym

Job summary

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department is seeking qualified men and women to join its team. Work in a professional environment that values service to the community and a supportive team, in a family-oriented atmosphere.

Essential duties include patrolling, responding to incidents, collecting evidence, testifying in court, and maintaining records. The city offers paid holidays, retirement to LAGERS L-6, health insurance, uniforms, and an onsite gym.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• POST certified preferred (paid academy option for recruits).

Responsibilities

• Patrol the City and maintains law and order by responding to 911 calls, calls for service, crime scenes, medical emergencies, in-progress crimes, and motor vehicle accidents.
• Investigates criminal disturbances and conducts traffic stops; follows up on cases as needed.
• Collects and processes physical evidence from crime scenes; labels and books evidence; prepares technical reports for use in court; testifies in court as required.
• Maintains records and files.
• Attends on-going training; maintains certifications.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST certification (preferred)

Job description

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department is seeking qualified men and women to join its team. Work in a professional environment that values service to the community and a supportive team, in a family-oriented atmosphere.

Essential duties include patrolling, responding to incidents, collecting evidence, testifying in court, and maintaining records. The city offers paid holidays, retirement to LAGERS L-6, health insurance, uniforms, and an onsite gym.