Police Officer

City of Branson; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Flexible Work Schedule

Clothing/Equipment Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

On-Duty Fitness Opportunities

Job summary

The City of Branson is seeking a dedicated Police Officer. This P.O.S.T. certified position offers a competitive salary, starting at $23.76 per hour, with opportunities for advancement. Key qualifications include a High School diploma, completion of a Certified Law Enforcement Academy, and a valid Missouri P.O.S.T. Certificate. Work is performed onsite with varied shifts, ensuring comprehensive community protection and service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the start of employment.
• Vision must be correctable to 20/40.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the City's motor vehicle coverage.

Responsibilities

• Serve and protect the community as a P.O.S.T. certified officer.
• Work in and around the City of Branson.
• Perform duties that may include shift work including nights and weekends.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Completion of a Certified Law Enforcement Academy

Valid Missouri P.O.S.T. Certificate

Job description

Overview

The City of Branson is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for the position of Police Officer. This is a P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement role, ideal for candidates eager to serve and protect the community.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Our Ten‑Step Pay Matrix offers attractive salaries, with top pay reaching $84,600 for Police Officers and $106,000 for Sergeants.
• Flexible Work Schedule: 10‑hour permanent shifts with yearly bids for shifts, providing predictability and work‑life balance.
• Fully Equipped: Officers receive all necessary equipment including uniform, duty belt, ballistic vest, duty pistol, and ammunition.
• Clothing/Equipment Allowance: $700 per year allowance for clothing and equipment.
• Officer Rifle Purchase Program: Program allowing individual officers to purchase rifles.
• On‑Duty Fitness Opportunities: Opportunity to work out while on duty.
• Special Assignments: Opportunities in SWAT, Detective Bureau, K‑9, Field Training Officer, and Bike patrol.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement for tuition and other approved expenses for training academy attendance if hired within one year of obtaining P.O.S.T. certification.

Required Experience, Education and Training

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Certified Law Enforcement Academy.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Missouri P.O.S.T. Certificate as a condition of employment. Candidates with certifications from other states will be allowed 30 days to receive P.O.S.T. certification in Missouri after being offered employment.

Preferred Experience

• Two (2) years of experience in a similar or larger sized agency.

Miscellaneous Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the start of employment.
• Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and pass the Ishihara color vision test and/or be able to recognize the colors of traffic signals and devices showing red, green and amber.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the City of Branson's motor vehicle coverage when operating a vehicle as a part of the position.
• Must possess no felony convictions at any time while employed by the City of Branson.
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screenings, a background investigation, polygraph, psychological, and medical/physical examinations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting hourly wage is $23.76 per hour and will increase to $24.71 per hour after 6 months of successful probation. Experienced lateral hires can earn between $53,000 and $59,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience.

Work Location

In and around the City of Branson, Missouri; this position requires work to be performed onsite. The position may involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in alignment with the Department's 24/7/365 operations.

Closing Date

Until Filled.