Entry Level Police Officer

Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age, High School Diploma or GED (with College education preferred), height in proportion to weight, vision correctable to 20/20 in each eye, normal hearing in each ear without hearing aid, pass written and physical agility tests and be of good character, (background investigation). Missouri Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Commission Pre-Certification is required prior to appointment.

Duties: Uniform patrol, traffic enforcement, community oriented policing, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Benefits include health, dental vision, retirement, vacation, overtime, holidays and sick days paid by the City of Marshall. The Police Department supplies uniforms, leather gear, and bullet resistant vests.

Salary: Starting salary is $39,374.42 (annually) with normal increases to $42,349.00, for second class officer within 6 months and $44,179.00 within one year of hire with promotion to first class officer.