Police Officer (Entry)

City of Leawood, KS; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 61,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and respected police department in the heart of Leawood, Kansas, where you can make a significant impact on your community every day. As a Police Officer, you will receive top-notch training and work with state-of-the-art facilities, including exciting new police vehicles. This role not only offers a competitive salary range but also provides a healthy work-life balance with a unique 40-hour vacation program for new hires. You will be part of a team that values excellence and dedication, ensuring the safety and well-being of Leawood's residents. If you are passionate about public safety and community service, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

40-Hour Paid Vacation for New Hires

Merit-Based Pay Increases

Time in Service Bonus

Academy Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Kansas Law Enforcement Officer.
• Completion of the Leawood Police Department Officer Training Program is required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and local laws, including traffic ordinances.
• Participate in preventive patrols and community outreach initiatives.
• Investigate crimes and assist in public safety education.

Skills

Law Enforcement

First Aid

Community Outreach

Traffic Enforcement

Criminal Investigation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Police Vehicle

Emergency Medical Equipment

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Do you want to make a difference every day in your community?

Do you have what it takes to join a dynamic and exciting career in public safety at one of Kansas City metro’s most sought after communities?

The citizens of Leawood show their appreciation for their police officers every day through top-of-the-line facilities, training, pay and more!

THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS is looking for Police Officers

Why you should be a part of the Police Department at the City of Leawood:

• Leawood Police Officers strive for excellence in their service to each other, fellow employees, the Governing Body and ultimately the citizens of Leawood.
• As a Leawood Police Officer, you will be responsible for enforcing state and local laws while driving around in new (and pretty exciting) police vehicles (Tesla) in one of the premier residential communities and a prestigious business address in the Kansas City metro.
• You will receive top notch training to ensure you become the best-commissioned police officer you can!
• Leawood Police Officers make a difference in the community every day earning the respect and admiration of their fellow employees, the citizens of Leawood and surrounding areas.
• Leawood Police Officers are proud to come to work and wear the Leawood Police uniform every day!

Salary: The starting salary for an entry Police Officer is $61,200 the max salary for a Police Officer IV is $96,367.91.

Additional Information: At the City of Leawood, we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for the success and well-being of our employees. That's why we're thrilled to present our latest initiative – the New Hire 40-Hour Vacation Program! This program is designed to give our newest team members the chance to recharge, explore, and connect with their passions outside of work. From day one, enjoy the luxury of 40 hours of fully paid time off. Whether you use it for a long weekend getaway, quality time with loved ones, or simply to relax at home, this program is all about YOU.

The City of Leawood offers career development opportunities in which the employee could increase their experience, training, and pay. The position is eligible to receive merit-based pay increases every year. Employees also receive a Time in Service Bonus every three years of employment on their anniversary date equal to 5% of their annual salary.

Certified police officer applicants hired within one year from graduation of a reciprocity eligible academy may qualify for academy tuition reimbursement up to $7000. Qualifying applicants must not have been previously sponsored or otherwise employed or compensated as an employee of any local, state or federal law enforcement agency. Eligible recipients must remain a member of the department in good standing and will receive up to $3000 upon the successful completion of the Leawood Police Training Program, up to another $2000 upon the completion of the employee’s introductory period of twelve (12) months from the date of hire, and up to another $2000 at the end of two (2) years of service as a Leawood Police Officer.

Summary of the Position: Police Officer provides law enforcement and public safety services to the community to include the enforcement of state and local laws, statutes and ordinances, criminal and crash investigation, crime prevention, and traffic enforcement. Areas of assignment include patrol, traffic enforcement, investigations, DARE/SRO and administration.

General Overview of Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the enforcement of federal, state and local laws, including traffic ordinances.
• Assists in the investigation of crimes using state and federal established practices, procedures and techniques.
• Assists the police department in educating the public on the City’s Code, ordinances and state statutes.
• Protects the lives and property of Leawood residents by participating in preventive, proactive patrol by vehicle, bicycle and on foot, including surveillance of high crime/incident areas, after-hours patrol of businesses, and house watches.
• Investigates vehicular crashes including directing traffic at crashes, coordinating removal of disabled vehicles and dispatching emergency medical personnel if applicable.
• Administers first aid and emergency medical care to individuals requiring medical assistance when needed until emergency medical personnel arrive on scene.
• Assists in the investigation of missing persons, civil matters and noise disturbances.
• Retrieves pertinent information from emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Responsible for the proper care and use of assigned patrol vehicle, department equipment and weaponry.
• Participates in community outreach initiatives and programs sponsored or facilitated by the police department.
• Performs non-criminal public safety services to the community.

Minimum Requirements: Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Must successfully obtain and retain certification as a Kansas Law Enforcement Officer. Must successfully complete a Leawood Police Department Officer Training Program. Must maintain an acceptable discipline, accident, and safety record. Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record per the City’s drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.