What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICE OFFICER position at City of North Kansas City?
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 Summary
Police 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 Responsibilities
Patrol 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 assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license
High school diploma or GED
Physical Demands and Requirements
Ability 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 individuals
Work 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 Benefits
POST 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 leave
POST 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 Employment
Applicants 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 Opportunity
The 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.
Salary : $66,019 - $101,941