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Patrol Officer

City of Williston, North Dakota
Williston, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

The Williston Police Department has a strong commitment to its community policing mission. Whether you are an experienced law enforcement officer or exploring a career in policing for the first time, we offer opportunities for candidates at all levels.


All applicants must successfully complete a physical agility test. Applicants with less than two years of licensed law enforcement experience are also required to pass a written exam.


Entry level candidates selected for employment will be sponsored through the North Dakota Peace Officer Training Academy to obtain their peace officer license. The academy is a 12 week course located in Bismarck, North Dakota and provides the training necessary to begin a rewarding career in law enforcement.


Salary- Entry Level: Police Recruit: $55,692 (Salary during police academy)

Police Officer: $65,520 (Salary upon completion of police academy and becoming ND POST licensed). The City of Williston offers a $2,500 recruitment bonus!


Salary- Lateral:-$65,520- $85,489, DOE

- Prior licensed law enforcement experience is credited at the discretion of the department.

- The City of Williston offers a $5,000 recruitment bonus to eligible lateral applicants.


The City of Williston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Benefits offered include paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays), fully funded health insurance for single and family plans, retirement, life insurance, dental, vision, FSA, and deferred compensation.


Please visit the Employment/ Open Positions section on the City of Williston website to view the full job posting and apply for the position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/willistoncityofnd/


Williston Police Department website: https://police.cityofwilliston.com/careers.php


Have questions? Contact Catherine Larson at catherinel@ci.williston.nd.us


Salary : $65,520 - $85,489

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