Police Trainee & Lateral Certified Police Officer

City of Lincoln/Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lincoln Police Department is accepting applications for entry-level and certified police officers. We value character and potential and strive to mirror the community we serve, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds.

As a Lincoln Police Officer you will work in a generalist policing model, have the training to investigate cases, serve the community, and access a comprehensive benefits package and pension.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at appointment.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Investigate own cases within a generalist policing model.
• Protect and engage with the community to prevent crime.

Skills

Character and potential

Generalist policing mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you ready to discover your purpose? Ready to commit to making a difference? Ready to take on the most rewarding challenge of your life in a city consistently ranked as one of the best places in the country to live, work, play, and raise a family?

The Lincoln Police Department is always accepting applications for both entry-level and certified police officers. We believe that diversity strengthens our team, which is why we’re dedicated to building a department that mirrors the community we serve. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. While we can teach you the technical skills, what we value most in the hiring process is character and potential. The qualities that make a great Lincoln Police Officer include integrity, teamwork, determination, humility, critical thinking, emotional strength, adaptability, resilience, and curiosity.

As a Lincoln Police Officer, you’ll experience a wide range of situations, offering countless opportunities for professional growth. Unlike many departments of our size, we follow a generalist policing model. This means you’ll have the training and responsibility to fully investigate your own cases. While this approach presents an added challenge, it also develops well-rounded officers, allowing you to sharpen your skills on patrol and be ready for advancement when the opportunity arises.

Lincoln Police Officers work hand-in-hand with the community to prevent crime and address issues proactively, ensuring a safer environment for all. In return, they enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and a defined benefit pension. Certified officers may also be eligible for additional incentives.

If you're ready to turn your passion into action, it's time to answer the call, embrace the challenge, and discover your 'why' with the Lincoln Police Department.

Police Trainee starting pay $38.00

Certified law enforcement officers may be given a higher starting wage at the discretion of the Chief of Police based on experience.

Certified Police Officer starting pay $38.00-53.72

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must be a high school graduate or have equivalent G.E.D.; must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time appointment to a Police Officer; must meet such physical requirements, including minimum vision requirements, as established by the City; and have no felony convictions.

Candidates will need to meet NLETC admission requirements in order to be hired. See this website for additional information: https://ncc.nebraska.gov/admission-criteriarequirements

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Possession of a valid State of Nebraska driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties.

Before applying, please review our hiring process information packet here: https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/files/sharedassets/public/police/hiringguide.pdf

The City of Lincoln is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participant.