Job Description
The City of North Kansas City, Missouri is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to serve a progressive community while working in a professional, well-equipped law enforcement agency. Applicants who are POST certified at the time of hire may be eligible for a cash incentive upon successful completion of the Field Training Program. Applicants who are not POST certified will be sponsored by the City to attend a police academy.
Position SummaryPolice Officers perform general law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of local and state laws, and the investigation of criminal activity. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPatrol city streets, roadways, and public areas on foot, bicycle, or in a patrol vehicle Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic, issue citations, and investigate traffic crashes Respond to calls for service and investigate crimes and incidents Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; gather evidence and prepare detailed written reports Apprehend offenders in accordance with constitutional standards and probable cause requirements Demonstrate proficiency in firearms handling, report writing, oral communication, and use of speed-measuring devices Resolve conflicts and interact professionally with the public Maintain knowledge of city geography and applicable criminal, traffic, and constitutional law Make sound decisions under stressful and potentially dangerous conditions Appear and testify in court as required Perform other related duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license High school diploma or GED Physical Demands and RequirementsAbility to pass an annual physical examination as required by City policy Ability to qualify with all department-issued firearms Ability to utilize hand-to-hand defensive tactics to control resistant or combative individualsWork Environment
Exposure to weather extremes and high-stress situations Possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids Occasional intense physical contact during arrests Most officers work 12-hour shifts with rotating days off Salary and BenefitsPOST Certified Officers: $68,660.80 annually (starting salary) Non-POST Certified Officers (while attending academy): $66,019.20 annually Benefits include: Pension and retirement plans Medical, dental, and life insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal leavePOST Certification Incentive
POST certified officers hired by the City are eligible for a $4,000 lump-sum incentive payment following the successful completion of the Field Training Program. Disqualifying Factors for EmploymentApplicants are not eligible for employment if they have: Committed a crime classified as a felony under Missouri law (regardless of conviction status) Four moving violations within four years or two moving violations within a 12-month period Committed a domestic violence-related offense Sold narcotics Been deceitful or untruthful during an official police investigation or administrative inquiry Used or possessed any controlled substance that would be classified as a felony under Missouri law Illegally used any misdemeanor-controlled substance within the past two years Provided misleading or false information on the employment application Non-felony offenses will be reviewed based on job-relatedness. A preliminary background investigation will be conducted for all applicants. Equal Employment OpportunityThe City of North Kansas City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, disability, religion, national origin, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, or any other status protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.Compensation details: 66019.2-101940.8 Yearly Salary
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