Police Officer

Gulfshoresal; Salina, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Starting pay $27.76–$29.15/hr

Job summary

The City of Salina Police Department in Salina, Kansas is seeking applicants for the Police Officer role. This front-line position focuses on community engagement, patrolling streets, enforcing laws, and ensuring public safety for residents and visitors.

New officers attend the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) for foundational training, with opportunities for advancement to Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant as part of a long-term career in Salina's police service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in criminology, social work, or related fields; one year of college coursework preferred.
• Ability to obtain Kansas Police Officer certification within one year from start date of employment.
• United States citizen; no felony convictions, domestic violence related convictions, or other serious misdemeanors.

Responsibilities

• Operates patrols to prevent crime and enforce laws.
• Performs initial and follow-up investigations; responds to dispatches and scenes.
• Intervenes in disputes to protect the public peace and maintain order.
• Uses basic crime analysis tools to support investigations and strategy development.
• Notes, reports, and presents findings in municipal, district, and federal settings.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor's degree in criminology, social work, or related fields

Job description

POLICE OFFICER

Police Department

City of Salina, Kansas

The role of a Police Officer is an active, front-line position dedicated to engaging with the community, patrolling streets, & upholding justice & safety daily. Officers are tasked with conducting investigations, upholding laws, & are key to protecting the wellbeing of all residents & guests. This role requires keen judgment & strong integrity, offering an opportunity to be integral to our city’s security.

Career Advancement

Police Corporal, Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant

On-the-Job Training

The City of Salina’s new Police Officer will attend the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) which offers a comprehensive basic training program designed to equip new recruits with the foundational knowledge & skills essential for law enforcement duties. This program covers critical areas such as ethics, defensive tactics, firearms handling, emergency driving, & law enforcement operations, along with a substantial focus on community engagement & crisis management.

Incorporating KLETC’s structured training, new officers in Salina are not only guided by highly experienced colleagues in real-world situations but also benefit from rigorous foundational learning. This training emphasizes handling investigations, conducting patrols, & ensuring compliance with public safety regulations, setting a strong base for a successful & enduring career. This environment fosters the refinement of judgment & enhancement of operational efficiency. Supported by experienced mentors & comprehensive foundational training, officers are well-prepared for substantial career growth within the Salina community.

Duties

• Operates an automobile, motorcycle, bicycle or engages in foot patrol in an assigned area to prevent & discover the commission of crime & to enforce criminal & traffic laws & regulations.


• Performs initial & follow-up investigations of crimes involving adults & juveniles; serves in stakeouts & surveillance; responds to radio & telephone dispatches & appears at scenes of disorder or crime.


• Intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public peace & maintain order; investigates complaints; interrogates persons whose actions are suspicious.


• Uses basic negotiation & crisis intervention skills for handling hostage situations or high-risk warrant executions.


• Uses forensic tools & methods to support the investigation of crime scenes beyond basic interrogations.


• Employs reasonable & necessary force to subdue resisting individuals and/or accomplish a lawful police objective; effects arrests; transports prisoners; impounds & tags evidence; issues citations; gives warnings; serves warrants & subpoenas.


• Uses crime analysis tools to predict, report, & develop strategies to reduce criminal activity in assigned areas.


• Applies digital analysis skills for investigating technology-related crimes.


• Utilizes proficiency with body-worn cameras & other recording systems for evidence collection & officer accountability.


• Uses mobile data terminals & real-time crime center resources.


• Operates a computer information terminal; may perform service desk duties; handles animal problems.


• Assists fire department & ambulance personnel in rendering first aid; provides first aid, CPR & other emergency medical assistance; provides general assistance to the public; assists in hazardous material incidents.


• Notes & reports traffic hazards; assists in controlling traffic at scenes of emergencies; directs traffic; issues citations for parking & moving violations; escorts parades & processions; gives directions & information.


• Inspects establishments providing alcoholic beverages & entertainment; inspects to assure property protection.


• Prepares reports of own activities & investigative & operational reports; prepares detailed reports of offenses, accidents, damages to property, arrests & seized property.


• Appears, testifies & provides credible testimony in municipal, district & federal court.


• Speaks before school & civic groups as required; conducts community outreach & educational programs to build public trust & awareness on safety issues.


• Joins in neighborhood meetings or events to address community concerns & foster good police-community relations.


• Participates in joint training exercises with local fire departments & other emergency services for coordinated response.


• Participates in annual in-service training for updates on changes to city, state, or federal law impacting local enforcement.


• Receives in-service certification in cultural competency, ethical policing, & de-escalation techniques.


• Maintains physical fitness programs & access to mental health resources to support officer well-being.

Education

• High school diploma or G.E.D.


• Associate or bachelor's degree in criminology, social work, or related fields; one (1) year of college level coursework preferred.


• Ability to obtain Kansas Police Officer certification within one (1) year from start date of employment.

Experience

• One (1) year of work experience involving public contact such as secruity guard, customer service in de-escalating conflicts, social work, emergency medical technician, & protective services.


• Multilingual capability or conversational Spanish is desired.

Requirements

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at start date of employment.


• Must live within 40 minutes response time.


• Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license.

Qualifications Include

• United States citizen.


• No felony conviction, domestic violence related conviction, or other serious misdemeanor convictions.


• Successful candidates are prohibited from smoking or using tobacco products at any time, on or off the job.

Work Type

• Heavy, exerting up to 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects or persons.


• Duties range from periods of physical inactivity to situations requiring extreme physical exertion.

Selection Process Includes

• In-person Police Officer Selection Test held at the Salina Police Department.


• Computer voice stress analysis examination.


• Psychological evaluation.


• Thorough background check.


• Three assessment interviews.


• Physical examination & drug screen.

Machines, Tools, Equipment

• Breath analyzer, calculator, computer, fax machine, first aid equipment, handcuffs & bodyguard restraint device, handgun/shotgun/Taser/baton/ARWEN & other weapons as required, mobile video, motorcycle/bicycle, pager, portable radio, radar, telephone, & vehicles.

Starting Pay DOQ EOE

• $27.76-29.15/hr.


• $57,741-60,632/yr.


• Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

Paid Time Off

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).


• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Contact

Human Resources Department

Office: 785-833-8018

Email: [e-mail]