KANSAS CITY MISSOURI POLICE DEPARTMENT

POLICE OFFICER

POLICE OFFICER JOB OBJECTIVES: (Purpose of the position.)

Provide law enforcement and public safety to the community to include: the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, patrol activity, accident investigation, resolution of domestic and other disturbances, and prosecution support. All assignments require tactful and respectful treatment of the public and conscientious and efficient performance of duties. Work is reviewed by a sergeant and/or commanding officer through observation, inspection, and through both oral and written reports.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Functions essential to attaining job objectives.)

1. Perform telecommunication skills.

2. Perform verbal communication.

3. Respond to emergencies at high speeds in a patrol vehicle, sometimes through heavy traffic, using emergency lights and sirens.

4. Tactical operation and use of department vehicle.

5. Maintenance of patrol and other department vehicles.

6. Perform general patrol duties.

7. Apprehension, arrest, and charging of suspects.

8. Utilize proper search and seizure procedures and guidelines.

9. Traffic enforcement and stops.

10. Perform accident investigation duties.

11. Detect and apprehend DUI suspects.

12. Handle domestic and other disturbances.

13. Perform criminal investigation duties.

14. Perform crime scene duties.

15. Transport prisoners, victims, witnesses and others.

16. Exhibit safe and appropriate use of firearms.

17. Use of defensive tactics and restraining equipment.

18. Use of protective equipment.

19. Perform oral interrogations and interviews.

20. Write reports. Communicate effectively in the English language by writing reports (e.g., crime, arrest, collision, DUI) by using the appropriate forms.

21. Record, read, comprehend and communicate non-report information.

22. Court preparation and testimony.

23. Citizen interaction.

24. Perform non-criminal law enforcement duties.

25. Perform crime prevention and public relations duties.

26. All police officers are required to keep personal information (address, phone numbers, etc.) up-to-date in accordance with PPBM 933. Anytime an officer is contacted by a department representative by phone or any other means, they will promptly answer or return the phone call or text message as soon as possible.

27. The police officer must have reliable/predictable attendance.

28. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job- related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as amended by the Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA); and the Missouri Human Rights Act (MHRA).

Education, Special License(s)/Certifications, Residency:

- High school diploma or GED

- Minimum age 21 upon graduation of Regional Police Academy

- US Citizen

- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanors

- All members must obtain a residence within 30 statute (air) miles of the nearest Kansas City, Missouri city limit during the full term of their employment with the Department.

- Possess a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle and have the ability to operate department vehicles safely within specific vehicle operating procedures and department standards.

- Completion of all requirements and performance standards for graduation from the Regional Police Academy.

- Must meet Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensure requirements and maintain POST licensure throughout employment.

- Operate a firearm as specified by the department’s firearm certification requirements.

- Must successfully complete medical examination and physical fitness standards, a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination as set forth by Department policy.

Duties are performed primarily in the field, but are subject to assignment within the rank as designated by the Chief of Police. Job requires continual readiness to respond to situations within specified department procedures, that may be life threatening or injurious which may include; exposure to dangerous chemicals or other toxic substances, communicable diseases, fire, gun shots, physical confrontations, etc. Duties are performed as assigned in all types of weather conditions and on any shift.

The requirements of a Police Officer are extremely varied and dynamic in nature. It is difficult to objectively quantify forces, frequency, or duration of any and all tasks, in that these requirements could change on a daily basis according to circumstances encountered. The above information was gathered by interviewing multiple law enforcement members.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of incumbents assigned to the Police Officer job classification. All persons filling a sworn position must be able to successfully perform the essential functions as listed herein, with or without a reasonable accommodation, regardless of assignment. Additionally, some Police Officer assignments require supplementary specialized skills, knowledge and abilities, as well as additional physical, cognitive and psychological health standards.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE FROM KCPD

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,187.00 - $6,958.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person