Police Officer

Salina, KS
City of Salina, Kansas – Police Department

 

Salary: $27.76–$29.15 per hour | $57,741–$60,632 annually

The City of Salina is seeking experienced, service-driven Police Officers who are ready to make a meaningful impact in a professional municipal law-enforcement environment.

Join a department committed to protecting life & property, maintaining public trust, & using proactive, community-focused policing to keep Salina safe. As a Police Officer, you will patrol assigned areas, respond to calls for service, investigate criminal & traffic incidents, enforce state & local laws, & work collaboratively with residents, partner agencies, & the criminal-justice system. This role offers varied, challenging work—from investigations & emergency response to community outreach, problem-solving, & courtroom testimony.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct patrols: Execute vehicle, foot, bicycle, or other patrols to deter & detect crime.
  • Respond to calls: Respond to emergency & non-emergency calls for service.
  • Investigate incidents: Investigate crimes, traffic crashes, suspicious activity, & public-safety concerns.
  • Enforce laws: Make arrests, issue citations, serve warrants & subpoenas, & collect & preserve evidence.
  • Report activities: Prepare clear, accurate incident, arrest, investigative, & operational reports.
  • Utilize technology: Use body-worn cameras, mobile data terminals, forensic tools, digital-analysis resources, & real-time crime-center resources.
  • Apply de-escalation: Use sound judgment, de-escalation practices, crisis-intervention skills, & lawful force when necessary.
  • Emergency aid: Provide first aid, CPR, emergency assistance, traffic control, & support during hazardous incidents.
  • Community outreach: Build positive relationships through neighborhood meetings, school & civic presentations, & public-safety outreach.
  • Courtroom testimony: Testify in municipal, district, & federal court as needed.

Qualifications

  • US citizenship, minimum age of 21, high school diploma/GED, and valid Kansas driver’s license.
  • Clean record (no felony, domestic violence, or serious misdemeanor convictions).
  • Ability to obtain Kansas certification within a year and meet all physical/mental demands (tobacco-free policy applies).
  • For full details on qualifications, perks, and contact info, please refer to the official application source.

Why Salina (Perks & Benefits)

  • Competitive Time Off: 96 hours each of vacation and sick leave in year one.
  • Shift Differentials: +$1.50/hour for 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. shifts.
  • No Residency Rule & Modern Environment: No local residency requirement within a supportive, wellness-focused agency.

Apply online:
https://jobs.salina-ks.gov

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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