Community Safety & Traffic Patrol Officer

City of Leawood, Kansas; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Educational reimbursement

Retirement plan

Leave benefits

Flexible spending account

Job summary

City of Leawood, Kansas Police Department seeks a Police Officer I to provide law enforcement and public safety services, including traffic enforcement, crime prevention, and investigations. The role requires independent judgment and strong decision-making in patrol assignments.

Responsibilities include enforcing laws, photographing crime scenes, gathering evidence, briefing dispatch, directing traffic at crashes, delivering first aid until EMS, and participating in community outreach.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must successfully obtain and retain Kansas LEO certification.
• Must complete Leawood Police Department Officer Training Program.
• Must maintain acceptable discipline, accident, and safety record.
• Completion of NIMS IS100 and IS700 within 90 days of hire.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state and local laws, including traffic ordinances.
• Assist in the investigation of crimes using state and federal practices; document investigations.
• Educate the public on the City’s Code and statutes; complete clear and concise reports.
• Protect residents by proactive patrol by vehicle, bicycle and on foot; surveil high crime areas.
• Investigate crashes, direct traffic, coordinate removal of disabled vehicles, dispatch EMS if needed.
• Administer first aid until emergency personnel arrive.
• Participate in community outreach initiatives.
• Report for duty during emergencies and perform other essential duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Confidentiality

Time management

Public safety

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Kansas Law Enforcement Officer certification

Leawood Police Department Officer Training Program

NIMS IS-100 and IS-700

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

City of Leawood, Kansas Police Department seeks a Police Officer I to provide law enforcement and public safety services, including traffic enforcement, crime prevention, and investigations. The role requires independent judgment and strong decision-making in patrol assignments.

Responsibilities include enforcing laws, photographing crime scenes, gathering evidence, briefing dispatch, directing traffic at crashes, delivering first aid until EMS, and participating in community outreach.