Police Officer

Salina, KS
City of Salina, Kansas – Police Department

 

Are you a dedicated, experienced law enforcement professional interested in serving the public with integrity? The City of Salina Police Department is seeking service-driven Police Officers to join a professional team built on public safety, accountability, and community trust. If you bring sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ethical, community-focused policing, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Pay & Benefits

  • $27.76-$29.15/hour ($57,741-$60,632 annually)
  • $1.50/hour shift differential for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.
  • 96 hours of vacation in the first year
  • 96 hours of sick leave in the first year
  • Career advancement opportunities to Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant
  • Ongoing in-service training, fitness support, and mental health resources

What You’ll Do

  • Patrol assigned areas and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
  • Investigate crimes, collect evidence, make arrests, and prepare reports
  • Enforce traffic and criminal laws and maintain peace and order
  • Testify in court and work closely with community members and partner agencies
  • Use modern policing tools, including body-worn cameras, mobile data terminals, crime analysis tools, and real-time crime center resources

Minimum Qualifications

  • U.S. citizen
  • At least 21 years old by start date
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid Kansas driver’s license
  • Ability to obtain Kansas Police Officer certification within one year
  • No felony, domestic violence-related, or other serious misdemeanor convictions
  • No tobacco use on or off the job

Additional Information

  • No residency requirement for new Police Officers
  • Some specialized assignments may require residence within a 40-minute response time or within designated communities
  • Spanish or other multilingual ability is a plus

Apply online:
https://www.joinsalinapd.com/

Contact:
Human Resources Department
Email: human.resources@salina.org
Telephone/Text: 785-833-8018

Applicants needing accommodations may contact HR at 785-833-8018

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Learn more at:

https://www.joinsalinapd.com/