Police Officer

O’Fallon, MO; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Equipment stipend

Take-home vehicle program

Multiple holidays and vacation

Job summary

City of O'Fallon is hiring Police Officers to patrol assigned areas, respond to emergencies, and engage with the community to foster trust and safety.

Starting salary begins at the documented level with room for growth, plus extensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off. The role requires strong communication, physical fitness, and the ability to handle high-stress situations with integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for residents, witnesses, and suspects.
• Active listening to gather crucial information and build trust.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving for emergencies and decisions under pressure.
• Physical fitness required for pursuing suspects and high-stress responses.
• Emotional resilience and professionalism for challenging scenarios.
• Observational skills to assess situations and identify concerns.
• Empathy and integrity to guide interactions and enforce the law.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas and respond to emergencies.
• Conduct traffic stops and engage with the community.
• Investigate incidents and write clear reports.
• Collaborate with local organizations to support safety initiatives.
• Rotate 12-hour shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Physical fitness

Emotional resilience

Observational skills

Empathy and integrity

Job description

If you are chosen to move forward in the process, this link will be helpful when preparing to take the written test: http://mopca.com/wp-content/uploads/POST-Brochure.pdf

Join the City of O'Fallon as a Police Officer and embark on a fulfilling career dedicated to community safety and service. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of citizens. You'll encounter diverse challenges that require innovative problem-solving, allowing you to grow both personally and professionally.

Our Police Officers earn competitive salaries ranging from $71,344.00 to $91,000.00, with a starting salary of $71,344.00 during your first year. Your dedication will be rewarded with financial stability and recognition as you assist in maintaining law and order. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Equipment Stipend, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, LAGERS L-6 retirement pension, 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 3 weeks of vacation time, paid sick time, a deferred compensation plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, take-home vehicle program, $480 per year uniform allowance, state of the art facility, onsite gun range and defensive tactics training room, and onsite fitness center. Take the next step in your career and protect and serve in a City that thrives on strong relationships, collaboration, and a shared commitment to safety and trust!

What would you do as a Police Officer

As a new Police Officer with the City of O'Fallon, you can expect a dynamic and challenging work environment where no two days are the same. Your daily responsibilities will include patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergency calls, conducting traffic stops, and engaging with the community to foster trust and cooperation. You will also be involved in investigating incidents, writing reports, and collaborating with local organizations to support community safety initiatives. Your expected schedule will consist of 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. This rotation allows for greater flexibility in managing your personal life while ensuring continuous support for the community.

Embrace the excitement of a career that requires quick thinking, adaptability, and a commitment to making O'Fallon a safer place for all!

What you need to be successful

To thrive as a Police Officer with the City of O'Fallon, a diverse set of skills is essential. Strong communication skills are paramount, enabling you to effectively interact with residents, witnesses, and suspects alike. Active listening will allow you to gather crucial information while building rapport within the community.

Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are vital for responding swiftly to emergencies and making informed decisions under pressure. Physical fitness is also important, as the role may require pursuing suspects and responding to high-stress situations. The ability to handle traumatic and emotionally charged scenarios is key, requiring both emotional resilience and professionalism. Additionally, strong observational skills will help you assess situations accurately and identify potential concerns.

Finally, a sense of empathy and integrity will guide your interactions, fostering a supportive environment while enforcing the law. Cultivating these skills will prepare you for the unique challenges and rewarding experiences that come with being a Police Officer in O'Fallon.

Online employment applications can be accessed on the City Website at www.ofallonmo.gov

The City of O'Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify