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Patrol Officer

City of Dixon, MO
Dixon, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/1/2026

We are looking for a responsible Patrol Officer to maintain law and order, protect members of the public and their properties, prevent crime and improve citizens’ quality of life. The goal is to achieve community safety and crime reduction.

Responsibilities

  • Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
  • Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
  • Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
  • Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
  • Follow rules, guidelines and protocols
  • Conduct initial investigations
  • Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
  • Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
  • Deal with case paperwork and administrative procedures
  • Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
  • Coordinate operations with other emergency services
  • Attend and provide evidence in court

Skills

  • Proven working experience in law enforcement
  • Proficiency in using police equipment
  • Excellent knowledge of standard operating procedures, judicial procedures, civil and constitutional laws
  • Working knowledge of interrogation techniques and scene management
  • Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices
  • Adequate interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to build effective working relationships
  • Sound judgement along with effective decision making skills
  • Conflict resolutions and problem solving skills
  • Responsibility, dependability, honesty and integrity
  • Willing to submit to extensive medical and criminal background checks
  • Valid driving license
  • High school degree; BS degree in police science or related field is desirable

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

  • Employer Paid Employee Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible schedule
  • Retirement plan
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Gym Membership

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Military: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Must be Missouri POST certified

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Night shift
  • Rotating Weekends
  • Holidays
  • Overtime

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19

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