Top 7 Police Jobs in St. Joseph, Mo

Police Officer
City of St. Joseph —Saint Joseph, MO
- $39,137.94 - $55,103.15 a year
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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University Police Officer
Missouri Western State University —Saint Joseph, MO
- 12 hour shift
- Management
- Mid-level
- Residential
Police Officer
St. Joseph Missouri —Saint Joseph, MO
- $39,137.94 - $55,103.15 a year
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
Police Officer
Gower Police Department —Gower, MO
- From $52,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Military
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Deputy Sheriff
Buchanan County —Buchanan County, MO
- $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Dispatcher/Jailer
Holt County Sheriff's Office —Oregon, MO
- $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Military
- Writing skills
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Building Maintenance Technician - Law Enforcement Center
Buchanan County —Buchanan County, MO
- $40,775 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays

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Police Officer

City of St. Joseph -
Saint Joseph, MO

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Job Details

$39,137.94 - $55,103.15 a year

Qualifications

Report preparation
City street navigation
Computer operation
Crime scene witness interviewing
Batons
Computer literacy
Writing skills
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Conflict management
Peace Officer Certification
Vehicle codes
Interviewing
Basic firearms training
Computer skills
Local ordinances
Traffic laws
Source interviews
State-specific police officer certification

Full Job Description

JOB TITLE: Police Officer
DEPARTMENT: Police
DIVISION: Police
SALARY: $55,103.15/YR $26.491899/HR (Commissioned Officer)

$39,137.94/YR $18.816317/HR (Emergency Services Trainee)
Salary Negotiable based off experience. If candidate is not a Commissioned Officer, the starting salary is $39,137.94/yr while attending the police academy. Once the candidate has graduated and becomes Commissioned their salary will increase to $55,103.15/yr.

Job Summary/Scope
Enforces federal, state and local laws, statutes and ordinances. Protects the lives and property of citizens. Assists in the investigation on various cases. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Answers calls and engages in preventative routine patrols and warrant service arrest and search.
Performs traffic law enforcement and traffic accident investigation.
Reads and writes various reports. Enters reports into computer and performs filing when necessary.
Appears and testifies in federal, state and municipal court.
Locates and interviews witnesses, victims and suspects. Collects evidence.
Checks suspicious persons, and completes field interview cards.
Conducts preliminary investigations and interviews.
Collects, preserves and books evidence.
Provides information and assistance to the general public.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs desk duties in office when assigned.
Assists other emergency service personnel when needed or required.
Performs special detailed assignments as directed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skills in report writing, oral communications, firearms handling, operation of a motor vehicle and speed measuring devices.
Knowledge of interrogating and interviewing procedures and identifying suspects.
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of criminal, constitutional and traffic laws.
Knowledge of City geography, criminal activities and criminals.
Ability to make decisions of a serious nature and perform duties under varying degrees of physical and mental stress.
Ability to understand and empathize with the public. Skills in dealing with people and resolving conflicts.
Some familiarity with operation of computers.
Valid driver's license required.
Must be POST- certified in order to perform law enforcement duties or able to obtain POST-certification after appointment prior to performing law enforcement duties. No previous experience required for an entry level position.
Newly appointed officers are required to complete the field training program with a training officer prior to independently performing a full range of police duties.
Semi-annual firearms qualifications required.
Must be able to pass a City-specified physical agility, medical, psychological, and written exam, and a pre-employment drug screening.

Material and Equipment Directly Used
Operates a variety of equipment including police vehicle, radio, radar equipment, breathalyzer equipment, weapons such as sidearm, shotgun, handcuffs, baton, mace flashlight and other related equipment. Also uses office equipment such as telephone, computer, copier and photography equipment.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Some work in an office setting with a controlled environment. Exposure to extreme weather conditions and highly intense situations. Extended sitting while conducting field operations. Physical activity includes bending, walking, lifting, standing, running and stooping. Exposure to environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, loud noise, fumes and sudden temperature change. May have exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. Visual acuity and color perception a must. Normal hearing ability essential. Occasional intense physical contact while affecting arrests. Occasional sprint in process of apprehending a suspect. Physical strength to subdue combative individuals. Must perform these functions in a range of conditions including residences, stairwell, traffic-ways and open areas over uneven surfaces. Must refrain from using tobacco products while on duty.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in criminal justice preferred.

Please visit Missouri Department of Public Safety to obtain information regarding POST forms, commissioning, continuing education and additional information. https://dps.mo.gov/dir/programs/post/forms.php/

Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointment.
Passing of a polygraph test required prior to appointment.
Passing of a psychological exam required prior to appointment.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

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