Police Officer - Paid Academy Path & Full Benefits

City of Pleasant Hill, MO; Pleasant Hill (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Uniforms provided

Onsite gym

Job summary

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department is seeking qualified men and women to join our team as police officers in a professional environment dedicated to service, community engagement, and a supportive, family-friendly atmosphere.

Responsibilities include patrols, responding to 911, investigating disturbances, collecting evidence, testifying in court, and maintaining records, with paid academy option and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• POST certified preferred (paid academy option for recruits).

Responsibilities

• Patrols the City and maintains law and order by responding to 911 calls, calls for service, crime scenes, medical emergencies, in-progress crimes, and motor vehicle accidents.
• Investigates criminal disturbances and conducts traffic stops; follows up on cases as needed.
• Collects and processes physical evidence from crime scenes; labels and books evidence; prepares technical reports for use in court; testifies in court as required.
• Maintains records and files.
• Attends on-going training; maintains certifications.

Skills

Patrol operations

Evidence handling

Court testimony

Record keeping

Training participation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department is seeking qualified men and women to join our team as police officers in a professional environment dedicated to service, community engagement, and a supportive, family-friendly atmosphere.

Responsibilities include patrols, responding to 911, investigating disturbances, collecting evidence, testifying in court, and maintaining records, with paid academy option and comprehensive benefits offered.