What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL OR ENTRY LEVEL) position at City of Dickinson, ND?
Salary : $57,438.00 - $77,544.00 Annually
Location : Dickinson, ND
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 00433
Department : POLICE
Division : Patrol
Opening Date : 02 / 04 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
Job Description
Police Officer - Commitment to Community and Excellence
The City of Dickinson Police Department is a community-driven law enforcement agency dedicated to safeguarding the safety and well-being of our residents. We are actively seeking both new recruits and experienced Lateral Police Officers to join our team of professionals and make a meaningful difference in our community.
Salary & Benefits :
- Entry-Level Officers : $57,438 - $68,538 per year (based on qualifications and experience)
- Lateral Officers : $68,538 - $77,544 per year (based on qualifications and experience)
- 1.00 per hour night differential pay
- Sign-On Bonus : Up to $5,000 , with an optional vacation time package!
- FREE membership to the West River Community Center for you and your family
- 12 FREE college credits at Dickinson State University for you and / or your immediate family members
- Opportunities for training and career advancement
Requirements :
Entry-Level Police Officer :
Lateral Police Officer :
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City of Dickinson is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
EMPLOYER-PAID BENEFITS
On a sliding scale based on tenure with the City, 96 hours annual accrual for years 1-5.
96 hours annual accrual
Sliding scale based on tenure with City (After 5 years of Service). Paid annually.
3 days per occurrence; up to 9 days per year with supervisor approval.
o Additional hourly compensation for non-exempt employees working regularly scheduled hours between 6 : 00 PM and 6 : 00 AM.
Up to 8 hours of pay for a declared event for scheduled staff. Premium pay for essential staff required to work.
A maximum of $1500.00 will be available to any one employee per semester (or semester equivalent).
12 holidays plus one day for birthday.
8 free confidential counseling sessions for employees & their dependents provided by CHI St. Alexius.
EMPLOYER / EMPLOYEE SHARED-COST BENEFITS
NDPERS (Sanford Health Plan) - 80% employer-paid / 20% employee-paid
Monthly Employee Share : 7 / 1 / 23 - 6 / 30 / 25 (Rate increase expected 7 / 1 / 25)
Family - $408.50 / month / Single - $168.99 / month
For every 1 year employed by the City of Dickinson, the City will pay an additional 1% of your health insurance (If you're employed with the City for 20 years, your insurance would be 100% paid)
HealthEquity Medical Flex Spending Account - The City puts $450.00 into a Medical Spending Account annually for Full-Time employees for out-of-pocket medical costs. (Pro-rated for PT Regular employees)
NDPERS - Employee contributes 7% of compensation; Employer contributes 9.26%. (Mandatory Participation)
NDPERS - Employee contributes 5.5% of compensation; Employer contributes 9..16%
The City provides Term Life Insurance for employees & pays half the premium; Employee share is $5.61 / month for $60,000 Life Insurance / AD&D.
EMPLOYEE-PAID BENEFITS
50% Discount on Annual Membership
Medical Spending Account - pre-tax (2024 maximum allowed - $3,050)
Employee Only - $9.80 / month
Employee Only - $31.02 / month
Employee Only - $39.11 / month
FEDERAL & STATE MANDATED BENEFITS
Civil Service Status upon successful completion of the probationary period.
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Are you at least 20 years old?
Have you been convicted of a Class A Misdemeanor in the last ten (10) years? If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been convicted for any domestic violence-related criminal offense, including any offense associated with the violation of a domestic violence-related order, restraining order, or other associated court order? If yes, please explain.
Have you been convicted of a Class B Misdemeanor in the last ten (10) years? If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony, including a felony charge later dismissed under a deferred imposition of sentence? If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been convicted of any drug-related offense? If yes, please explain.
Being prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle?
Being prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition?
Do you have tattoos on the head, neck, face, hands, fingers, ears or scalp?
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Salary : $57,438 - $77,544
