Patrol Officer Job at Garden City Police Department, Garden City, KS

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  • Garden City Police Department
  • Garden City, KS

Job Description

Full job description

Position- Patrol Officer

Agency- Garden City Police Department-KS

Introductory Statement- The City of Garden City is accepting applications for Police Officer with the Garden City Police Department. Lateral entries are encouraged. The GCPD is a highly professional & progressive agency which offers many opportunities for career development. This position involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Duties normally consist of patrol, preliminary investigation and traffic regulation. Police Officers may also be assigned duties as Detectives, Crime Prevention Officers, Department Training Officers, Field Training Officers, Accident Investigators, Breathalyzer Operators, Firearms Instructors, Hostage Negotiators, or SWAT Team Officers. Work involves an element of personal danger. The employee must be able to exercise sound independent judgment under stress. Assignments may include work on special tasks, which call upon specialized abilities and knowledge possessed by the employee. Work assignments are general, and specific instructions are received from a supervisor who reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspection and discussion. May work with school districts as well.

Examples of Job Duties-

Patrol assigned area.

Looks for criminal activity, safety hazards, traffic violations, persons needing assistance and the like.

Become and remain familiar with patrol districts, geographic locations, know offenders, neighborhood routines, and potential problem areas.

Conduct security inspections and surveys of buildings and other locations, make recommendations regarding security, etc.

Make presentations to groups and individuals on subjects related to the jobs tasks and functions.

Operate Motor vehicles: reasonably and safely under routine and emergency conditions, sometimes for lengthy periods of time.

Firearms: Demonstrate proficiency in the care and use of assigned/authorized weapons.

Office equipment: including but not limited to the use of telephones, computers, Mobile Data Terminals, etc.

Writing implements and basic drawing templates: including the ability to write legible documents and produce simple diagrams.

Basic tools and equipment necessary to perform job tasks and functions: including but not limited to, speed detection radar, 2-way radios, first aid equipment, fire extinguishers, handcuffs and other personal restraint devices, flashlights, batons and other simple weapons, gas masks, helmets, standard police uniform, simple tools (pry bars, hydrant wrenches, tape measures, etc.), cameras, fingerprinting equipment, etc.

Position Salary/Benefits- Starting pay is $25.25 , Lateral Entries can earn credit for some years of prior service ,

Benefits: Health Insurance- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

The Standard Life Insurance

Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F)

Wellness Program

Paid Leave

Employee Recognition Plan

Years of Service Bonuses

Performance Evaluations

Employee Assistance Program

Police Perks-

Sign-on bonus: $1,000 (in-county) $3,000 (out-of-county)

Robust training budget

Take-home vehicles.

Frequent training opportunities

24/7 Range/private gym access

Peer Support Program

$200 Boot Allowance

RMR Red dot sights for pistols

Suppressed SBR patrol rifles.

4 Month day/night shift rotation

Instruction on how to Apply for the Position- CTRL+ click on this link : Job Opportunities | City of Garden City Employment Opportunities (governmentjobs.com)

Minimum Requirements for Position— Interested persons must be U.S. Citizens, 21 years of age, possess an H.S. diploma or GED, and have a valid driver's license. The selection process includes a written test, an oral interview board, a background investigation, Truth Verification, psychological evaluation, a medical exam, physical Capacity testing, and a urinalysis/drug screen.

Contact information- If you would like additional information please contact:

Sergeant Josh Meinzer #581

Office of Professional Standards

Josh.meinzer@gardencityks.us

Office Phone: 620-276-1370

OR

Sergeant Keith Kunestler

Office of Professional Standards

Keith.Kuenstler@gardencityks.us

Office Phone 620-276-1315

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.49 - $31.07 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

  • Garden City, KS 67846 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Garden City, KS 67846: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Relocation, Relocation package, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

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