Probationary Police Patrolman

dillonmt.org; Montana; On-site; USD 51,600 - 57,351; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for employee and family

Clothing allowance of $1,500 upon hire

Annual clothing allowance of $1,000

Job summary

A local law enforcement agency is seeking motivated individuals for police officer positions. Responsibilities include enforcing laws, protecting property, and public safety. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, 18 years or older, and possess a high school diploma or GED. The starting salary is $51,600 annually, with benefits including health insurance and a clothing allowance. Successful candidates will complete the Montana Law Enforcement Basic Academy within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen and at least 18 years old.
• Pass local, state, and national background checks with no felony convictions.
• Moral character verified by background investigation.
• No subversive affiliations in the past 5 years.
• Pass medical exam by licensed physician.
• Complete oral interview assessing communication and temperament.
• Complete Montana Law Enforcement Basic Academy within one year of hire.
• Hold or be eligible for a valid Montana driver's license.
• Take a formal oath of office and adhere to the Peace Officer Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and protect life and property.
• Maintain public safety.
• Use modern law enforcement technologies.
• Work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.
• Handle sensitive information confidentially.

Skills

Self-supervision

Motivation

Integrity

Physical health and stamina

Education

High school graduate or GED equivalent

Job description

This position involves a variety of law enforcement duties requiring self-supervision, motivation, and integrity. Officers enforce laws, protect life and property, and maintain public safety. Applicants should be comfortable using modern law enforcement technologies, including digital communication systems, computer-based reporting, and related tools. The job requires rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays and demands good physical health and stamina. Work may involve pursuing suspects, operating in adverse weather, and handling sensitive information with confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 18 years old, and a high school graduate or GED equivalent;
• Pass local, state, and national background checks and have no felony convictions;
• Be of good moral character, verified by a background investigation;
• Have no subversive affiliations within the past 5 years;
• Pass a medical exam by a licensed, departmentally-appointed physician;
• Successfully complete an oral interview assessing communication, temperament, and motivation;
• Complete the Montana Law Enforcement Basic Academy within one (1) year of hire;
• Hold or be eligible for a valid Montana driver's license; and
• At the time of appointment, shall take a formal oath of office, adhere to the Peace Officer Code of Ethics.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary: $51,600 annually; after one year (upon confirmation) $57,351.84

Health Insurance for employee and family

Clothing allowance: $1,500 upon hire, $1,000 annually thereafter

To apply, complete the Standard Application for Position of Public Safety Officer in Montana, available at www.dillonmt.org/police-department (Career Opportunities)

Position open until filled. For a full job description or questions, contact Joel Stewart at [phone]