POLICE OFFICER

City of St Peters, MO • Saint Peters, MO

105d • $58,884 - $107,445

About The Position

We are actively seeking experienced police officers to join our team. With a commitment to public safety and community service, we offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. We also provide Police Academy Sponsorships for those interested in starting their careers in law enforcement.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• High school graduate or GED certificate.
• If an Armed Forces of the United States of America Veteran, must have received a discharge under Honorable Conditions.
• Must meet all Missouri Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification requirements for a 1st class charter county (Class A) prior to start date.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age by graduation from Police Academy.
• Must have a Motor Vehicle Operator's License valid in the state of Missouri.
• Must pass required testing.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Response: Respond to routine, urgent, and emergency calls for service, providing timely assistance and support.
• Law Enforcement: Perform preventive patrols, enforce laws, statutes, and ordinances, and handle potential and actual police hazards.
• Traffic Control: Direct and control traffic to ensure vehicles and pedestrians' safe and efficient movement.
• Crime Scene Management: Protect accident and crime scenes to maintain evidence control.
• Investigations: Conduct preliminary investigations of suspicious and criminal activities, and prepare detailed records and reports.
• Criminal Apprehension: Pursue, apprehend, and transport individuals threatening public safety.
• Traffic Enforcement: Conduct traffic enforcement to reduce accidents and deter unlawful driving behavior.
• Assist in the conviction of unlawful behavior through enforcement, investigative and court support activities.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Care
• Defined Benefit Plan (Retirement/LAGERS L-6 with Rule of 80 option)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 40 hours of sick time annually
• 1 Personal Day annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees