Patrol Officer – Start Your Law Enforcement Career

Hollister Police Department; Hollister (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollister Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Patrol Officer. This entry-level, full-time hourly role supports patrol and investigative duties within the City of Hollister, under FTO supervision.

Officers begin as Police Officer I after successful completion of the Department Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) and probation release. Patrol Officers provide essential public safety, respond to service calls, prepare reports, and cooperate with other agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of State Statutes, City Ordinances, and police investigative methods, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine a proper course of action.
• Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to speak effectively.
• Skill in the use and care of firearms.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and to make clear and comprehensive reports.
• Missouri POST Basic Law Enforcement certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties associated with patrols to prevent and discover crimes in progress.
• Responds to calls for service.
• Provides public assistance as requested.
• Effectively performs as a member of a team in carrying out the City’s and Department’s goals and philosophies.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies as required.
• Prepares and submits departmental reports to the appropriate authority.
• Adheres to proper use and care of departmental equipment.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of the department.
• Performs all duties in accordance with departmental safety procedures.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
• Publicly represents the City through orderly appearance and actions.
• Represents the City and department by performing various functions at meetings, occasions, and public events.

Skills

Firearms handling

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Missouri POST Basic Law Enforcement certification

Job description

Hollister Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Patrol Officer. This entry-level, full-time hourly role supports patrol and investigative duties within the City of Hollister, under FTO supervision.

Officers begin as Police Officer I after successful completion of the Department Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) and probation release. Patrol Officers provide essential public safety, respond to service calls, prepare reports, and cooperate with other agencies.