Police Officer

National Police; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

$1.50/hour shift differential

Vacation: 96 hours first year

Sick leave: 96 hours first year

Career advancement path to Corporal/SG

Training and mental health resources

Job summary

City of Salina Police Department is seeking dedicated Police Officers to join a team built on public safety, accountability, and community trust. You’ll patrol, investigate crimes, and enforce laws while engaging with the community and partner agencies.

Excellent benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, shift differential, and clear career advancement paths to Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant. Training, fitness support, and mental health resources are provided.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen
• At least 21 years old by start date
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Kansas driver’s license
• Ability to obtain Kansas Police Officer certification within one year
• No felony, domestic violence-related, or other serious misdemeanor convictions
• No tobacco use on or off the job

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
• Investigate crimes, collect evidence, make arrests, and prepare reports
• Enforce traffic and criminal laws and maintain peace and order
• Testify in court and work closely with community members and partner agencies
• Use modern policing tools, including body-worn cameras, mobile data terminals, crime analysis tools, and real-time crime center resources

Skills

US citizen

Certification within 1 year

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you a dedicated, experienced law enforcement professional interested in serving the public with integrity? The City of Salina Police Department is seeking service-driven Police Officers to join a professional team built on public safety, accountability, and community trust. If you bring sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ethical, community-focused policing, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Pay & Benefits

• $27.76-$29.15/hour ($57,741-$60,632 annually)
• $1.50/hour shift differential for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.
• 96 hours of vacation in the first year
• 96 hours of sick leave in the first year
• Career advancement opportunities to Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant
• Ongoing in-service training, fitness support, and mental health resources

What You’ll Do

• Patrol assigned areas and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
• Investigate crimes, collect evidence, make arrests, and prepare reports
• Enforce traffic and criminal laws and maintain peace and order
• Testify in court and work closely with community members and partner agencies
• Use modern policing tools, including body-worn cameras, mobile data terminals, crime analysis tools, and real-time crime center resources

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. citizen
• At least 21 years old by start date
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Kansas driver’s license
• Ability to obtain Kansas Police Officer certification within one year
• No felony, domestic violence-related, or other serious misdemeanor convictions
• No tobacco use on or off the job

Additional Information

• No residency requirement for new Police Officers
• Some specialized assignments may require residence within a 40-minute response time or within designated communities
• Spanish or other multilingual ability is a plus

Applicants needing accommodations may contact HR at 785-833-8018

EOE. M/F/H.