Police Recruit

Salary: $72,847

Closing Date: June 8, 2026

Position Summary:

After successful completion of the Police Academy, patrols assigned areas, investigates traffic accidents, performs escort and guard duties, writes reports of activities, and responds to all calls for service.

Provides patrol services on foot and in vehicle; enforces traffic laws and investigates traffic accidents; investigates criminal offenses; interviews victims and witnesses and prepares written reports; arrests and detains criminals; searches suspects, vehicles, buildings, crime scenes, and seizes evidence; interviews and interrogates suspects and witnesses; books prisoners in jail; testifies in court; other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen of good character with no felony or Class A convictions.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language at a high school graduate level
• Must have normal speech and hearing
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of statutes and ordinances.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to function professionally under extreme duress during emergency/crisis situations.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
• ·Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED. GED requires an additional 12 hours from an accredited college.
• Must provide originals: valid driver’s license, social security card, birth certificate, high school diploma or GED, and college transcript. Must provide DD-214 member 4 (if applicable) before examination.