Police Officer

City of St. Charles, MO; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 39,385 - 56,094; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Program

Paid Vacation

Educational Benefits

Job summary

A municipal government agency in Saint Charles, MO is seeking a dedicated Police Officer to perform law enforcement duties in the community. The position requires a high school diploma, with a preference for additional college education or relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, responding to emergencies, and investigating crimes. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license. This role offers competitive hourly pay and involves full-time status with various physical testing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or relevant college credits preferred.
• Minimum 21 years of age at the time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patrols to enforce laws and ensure public safety.
• Acts as a first responder to emergency situations.
• Conducts follow-up investigations of crimes.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Emergency Response

Investigative Skills

Physical Agility

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or 60 college credits

Job description

Benefits Offered

Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and Disability Insurance; FSA; HSA; Retirement (Lagers L-6) and Deferred Compensation programs; Paid Vacation; Paid Holidays; Employee Assistance Programs and Educational Benefits.

Job Title

Police Officer

Department

Police Department

Posting Date

March 16, 2026

Closing Date for Resumes/Applications

Open Until Filled

Starting Pay

$34.6543 / hourly

Lateral Pay based on experience

Exempt/Non‑exempt

Non-Exempt

Status

Full‑time

Physical Fitness and Written Testing Date

Invitation will be sent electronically with logistical information and confirmed date.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducts Law Enforcement patrols within the City to preserve the peace, enforce the law, control vehicle and pedestrian traffic, prevent, deter, and investigate reports of violations of law, while promoting the safety and security of the public.
• Acts as a First Responder to emergency and other calls for service and takes appropriate action to mitigate injury, damage, and safeguard property.
• Conducts follow‑up investigations of crimes to include questioning victims, witnesses, suspects, and gathering of physical evidence.
• Prepares all reports and records as required by departmental policy in a professional manner and appears in Court as required.
• Assists citizens with stalled vehicles, directions, crime prevention, drug awareness and traffic safety.
• Coordinates enforcement activities within the department and with other agencies as required.
• Consults with and exchanges information with officers, the City Attorney, County Prosecutor's Office and others as required to ensure timely and effective prosecution of cases.
• Consults with police supervisory staff to coordinate investigation and enforcement activity.
• Carries out all duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws and ordinances, and in compliance with departmental rules, regulations and code of conduct.
• Maintains normal availability by radio for emergency and routine calls for service.
• Must have the ability to work all shift hours including rotating shifts as required in all types of weather for prolonged periods of time.

Physical Agility Test

• Run 200 yd
• Jump over 1.5 ft obstacle
• Jump/Climb a 4‑ft barrier/fence
• Run up/down stairs
• Duck under 4‑ft obstacle
• Dummy drag for 20 ft
• Get up from fall maneuver
• Must be able to complete obstacle in 1:30 seconds

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree, 60 college credit hours from an accredited university or college, or three (3) years’ experience as a full‑time commissioned Police Officer, or an honorable discharge from the United States military, preferred.
• Must have the ability to practice law enforcement duties in a first‑class county and city as prescribed by the Missouri Department of Public Safety.
• Minimum 21 years of age at the time of employment.
• Ability to obtain by date of hire a valid driver’s license.
• US citizenship as required by section 590.030 of RSMo.

How To Apply

Online employment applications can be accessed on our City Website: www.stcharlescitymo.gov

Qualified applicants will be notified by e‑mail of required testing dates for physical/written examinations. An acknowledgement of this e‑mail is required to proceed in the process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑Verify.