What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of Lake Ozark?
Benefits:
- Option for sign on bonus totaling $2500.00 with a minimum of three years of full-time experience
- 86 hour pay period with overtime available for special events and grant fulfillment
- Hourly rate ranges from $20.88 - $24.21 depending on skills, knowledge, and abilities
- Pay increase of 3% after 6 months and then after completion of first year another 3% with satisfactory performance. Raises occur annually after first year of service
- L12 LAGER’s retirement plan
- City health insurance payment of up to $715.00 a month
- Life, dental and vision insurance available
- Vacation accrual at 13.3 hours a month
- 13 paid holidays per year. Holiday pay rate applies if scheduled to work
Responsibilities:
- Enforce laws and maintain public order
- Patrol assigned areas to deter criminal activity and ensure the safety of the community
- Respond to emergency calls and provide assistance as needed
- Conduct investigations, gather evidence, and make arrests when necessary
- Write detailed reports documenting incidents and activities
- Serve as a resource for community members by providing information and assistance
- Attend training sessions to maintain and enhance skills and knowledge
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
- Physical fitness and stamina to handle the demands of the job
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, and procedures related to law enforcement
- Ability to handle firearms safely and effectively
Requirements:
-Applicants must be Missouri POST Class A certified or currently seeking certification.
-Applicants must pass a background check, drug screening and may be required to pass a psychological exam, and polygraph, written test, physical agility test, as well as a physical. E.O.E.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Salary : $21 - $24