Police Officer

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　　Police Officer

　　Salary

　　$25.25 - $30.78 Hourly

　　Location

　　Garden City, KS

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　00423

　　Department

　　Police Department

　　Opening Date

　　01/02/2024

　　Closing Date

　　6/30/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Description

　　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 also may 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 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.

　　Typical Qualifications

　　Interested persons must be a U.S. Citizen, 21 years of age, possess a H.S. diploma or GED, & a valid driver's license. GCPD offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance, vacation, sick & KP&F retirement benefits. Pay incentives are given for College, Military Police Service, prior Law Enforcement experience & bilingual skills. Must be a current certified Police Officer with at least two years of continuous experience as a sworn Police Officer. The selection process includes written test, oral interview board, background investigation, polygraph, psychological evaluation, medical exam, physical testing & urinalysis/drug screen.

　　The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:

　　Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield

　　Advance Life Insurance

　　Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)

　　Wellness Program

　　Paid Leave

　　Employee Recognition Plan

　　Years of Service Bonuses

　　Evaluations

　　Employee Assistance Plan

　　01

　　Do you meet the minimum age requirement for the position of 21 years of age?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Do you have a valid Kansas's Driver's License or the ability to obtain a valid Kansas Driver's License?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　Can you pass a drug screen?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　Have you ever been convicted of a crime of domestic violence?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　Have you ever been convicted of crimes of dishonesty (burglary, fraud, felony theft, identity theft)?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Garden City (KS)

　　Address

　　301 N. 8th Street Garden City, Kansas, 67846

　　Phone

　　620-276-1175

　　Website

　　https://www.garden-city.org/

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