Patrol Officer - Community Service & Paid Academy

City of Pleasant Hill, MO; Pleasant Hill (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid academy option for recruits

City paid retirement to LAGERS L-6

Health insurance paid options

Job summary

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department invites qualified single applicants to join our team as police officers. Applicants will work in a professional environment dedicated to serving the community and supporting a family-friendly, safety-focused culture in Pleasant Hill, MO.

Essential duties include patrolling, responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, collecting evidence, and testifying when required.

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

• Patrols 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.

Skills

US Citizenship

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POST certification (preferred)

Job description

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department invites qualified single applicants to join our team as police officers. Applicants will work in a professional environment dedicated to serving the community and supporting a family-friendly, safety-focused culture in Pleasant Hill, MO.

Essential duties include patrolling, responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, collecting evidence, and testifying when required.