Public Safety Officer

The Bellefontaine Neighbors Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals for the position of a police officer. The minimum starting salary for applicants in the Missouri Department of Public Safety Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified with no previous law enforcement experience is $59,630.40 and may be adjusted for applicants with prior experience. Salary is accompanied by an employee fringe benefits package, which includes:

· MO LAGERS L-6 pension plan (100% City Funded)

· 457 plan & 401a City matching plan

· Medical / Vision / Dental / Life (No Wait Period)

· Tuition reimbursement

· 12 paid holidays

· Paid vacation & paid sick leave

· 12-hour shifts with 2 month rotations, every other weekend off

· 1 Kelly day off every 28 days

· New vehicles & equipment

· Uniforms & accessories all paid for by the PD

· Paid training opportunities

· Secondary work can be approved after hire

· Laborers Collective Bargaining Agreement in process

· Streamlined hiring process with no P.T. exam

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In compliance with police department policy, for an individual to be considered for employment, interested persons must make a written application, include a cover letter and résumé, and meet the following basic qualifications:

· Citizen of the United States at the time of application and Missouri resident within one year of the date of appointment;

· No felony or serious misdemeanor record;

· High school diploma or GED:

· 21 years of age. Applicant must have reached the 21st birthday at the time of appointment;

· Proof of successful completion of basic police training from any Missouri P.O.S.T. approved training facility;

· Must hold a valid driver's license from any state prior to applying and possess a valid driver’s license on the date of appointment;

· Must have had an honorable discharge from the military, if applicable;

· May not have participated in a Bellefontaine Neighbors Police Department hiring process within the past twelve (12) months.

After receiving the written application, résumé, and cover letter, candidates must complete each stage of the competitive screening and employment process. The expectations are as follows:

· Oral interview

· Background investigation

· Interview with the Mayor and Chief of Police

· Psychological and medical examination, including drug screening

· Firearms assessment

· Twelve (12) month probationary period from the date of appointment

Applications can be obtained online at www.cityofbn.com or from the police department’s clerical office.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws, respond to emergency calls, and conduct patrols to maintain public safety.
• Write detailed reports on incidents, investigations, and interactions with the public.
• Utilize conflict management skills to de-escalate tense situations and ensure community peace.
• Drive patrol vehicles safely and effectively to monitor and respond to potential threats.
• Apply knowledge of law enforcement procedures and regulations to uphold legal standards.
• Collaborate with team members and other agencies to address criminal activities and maintain order.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59,630.40 - $63,280.54 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $59,630 - $63,281