Police Officer, Russell Police Department

• Police Officer, Russell Police Department

PROTECT, SERVE, AND BELONG: BE THE HEART OF RUSSELL!

Are you ready to wear a badge that means more? The City of Russell is hiring a full-time, community-oriented Police Officer.

The City of Russell isn't just a place on a map, it’s where Interstate 70 meets US Highway 281, and where generations care for one another. We are One Russell, and we are looking for a dedicated Police Officer to help build our self-reliant, secure future. If you believe policing is about community, family, and being a good neighbor when it counts the most, this is the job for you.

• No Experience
  
  Required:
  
  We prioritize a positive attitude and willingness to learn. We are happy to train the right person!
• Progressive Benefits:
  The City of Russell offers a comprehensive package, including:
  Family health Family Dental and Vision Insurance

KPERS Retirement Program Paid Vacation and Sick leave

Various optional benefit programs

The Position:
This position requires shift work, involving both nights, weekends, and holidays. On-the-job training will be provided with opportunities for certification and continuing education.

• Perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of federal, state and local laws and ordinances
• Enforce traffic laws and ordinances, issue warnings and citations, make arrest when appropriate
• Understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures

• Investigate felony and misdemeanor crimes, conduct interviews
• Serve warrants, process crime scenes, gather and preserve evidence
• Respond to public service calls and complaints
• Perform clerical tasks such as report writing, record keeping and data entry
• Handle confidential information with high integrity
• Ability to handle high-stress, fast-paced situations

Must be 21 years of age High school diploma or G.E.D. Valid Kansas Driver’s License Pass POST Test with a 70% or higher Pass Psychological Exam Background Check Pass Drug Test and Job Placement Assessment

Must be able to obtain KS-CPOST Law Enforcement Certification

No felony or Domestic Violence Convictions, Drug or Alcohol related convictions or Diversions No residency requirement, but a 30-minute response time for emergency situations is required.

Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. EEO/ADA.