Police Officer Recruit

City of O'Fallon, Missouri; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

City of O'Fallon, Missouri is hiring a Police Officer Recruit who will be employed while attending the Eastern Missouri Police Academy. The role includes training, shadowing experienced officers, and serving the community through patrols and proactive policing.

The position offers benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, HSA, FSA, and Paid Time Off, with a pay rate of $23.58 per hour. All applicants must be accepted into the academy prior to applying.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with community members, colleagues, and victims.
• Proven problem-solving abilities for high-pressure scenarios.
• Adaptability to changing situations and continuous learning.
• Teamwork and collaboration with fellow officers to support patrols and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training programs and academy protocols.
• Shadow experienced officers and gain hands-on experience in community policing, traffic enforcement, and emergency response.
• Patrol designated areas and engage with residents to foster trust and safety.
• Assist with investigations as you build essential policing skills.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join the City of O'Fallon as a Full-Time Police Officer Recruit. This positions offers a competitive pay rate of $23.58 per hour, while attending the academy.

You'll have the opportunity to solve real problems, protect residents, and foster positive community relationships while being supported by a team that values excellence. With each day bringing new challenges and experiences, youll be part of a department dedicated to progressive policing, ensuring the safety and security of O'Fallon, MO. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off. Take a step toward a rewarding career and apply today!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off

What would you do as a Police Officer Recruit

As a new Police Officer Recruit with the City of O'Fallon, you will be employed by the City of O'Fallon while attending the Eastern Missouri Police Academy. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include participating in training programs, learning law enforcement protocols, and completing physical fitness requirements. You can expect to shadow experienced officers, gaining hands-on experience in community policing, traffic enforcement, and emergency response. Routine duties may involve patrolling designated areas, interacting with community members, and assisting with investigations as you build essential skills.

Your training will emphasize problem-solving and innovative techniques, preparing you to uphold the law while fostering a sense of safety in O'Fallon.

What we're looking for in a Police Officer Recruit

To thrive as a Police Officer Recruit with the City of O'Fallon, several key skills are essential for success in this dynamic role. Strong communication skills are vital, allowing you to effectively engage with community members, colleagues, and victims while fostering trust and understanding. Problem-solving abilities will enable you to assess situations quickly and make sound decisions, particularly in high-pressure scenarios. Adaptability is also crucial, as law enforcement often presents unexpected challenges that require innovative thinking and a flexible approach.

Teamwork plays a significant role in this position, so collaboration and camaraderie with fellow officers will enhance your effectiveness on the job. Physical fitness and resilience are important to meet the demands of daily patrols and emergency responses. Lastly, a commitment to excellence and continuous learning will help you grow and succeed within the departments traditional yet forward-thinking culture.

All applicants must be accepted into the Eastern Missouri Police Academy prior to applying.

The City of O'Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify