Police Cadet

The Perryville Police Department is accepting applications for employment for the position of Police Cadet. As a Police Cadet, the city will pay all costs associated with the POST certification at a police training facility. During the Cadet’s time in the police academy, the Cadet shall be employed as a full-time employee with a starting salary of $18.65 per hour. Once commissioned, Police Officer salary starts at $51,733 and increases to $53,802 after completion of probationary period.

The Cadet will be expected to observe and learn all aspects of law enforcement as it pertains to this department by riding with an officer and observing patrol operations. In addition, Cadet will learn the roadways, location of various businesses within the City Limits of Perryville and standard operating procedures for this department by physically working with the Department for an average of 16 hours per week. The remainder of the Cadet’s time will be spent successfully attending the academy, completing out-of-class assignments, and obtaining P.O.S.T certification. This position is limited to 12 months or less unless approved by City Administration.

The City of Perryville offers a competitive benefits package which includes:

• Paid over-time based upon FLSA standards
• 100% Employer-Paid Health and Life Insurance for the Employee
• 100% Employer-Funded LAGERS Retirement Program at the L6 - 2% benefit bracket (non-contributory)
• 14 Paid Holidays
• 13 Paid PTO days during your first year of employment
• 8 Paid Long Term Care for FMLA qualifying events
• Uniform and equipment allowance
• Active training program with numerous training opportunities
• Take-home car for qualifying officers
• Approved training program for GI Bill benefits through the Department of Veteran’s Affairs

Applications are available at City Hall, 215 North West Street, Perryville, MO 63775 or www.cityofperryville.com and will be accepted until the position has been filled. Previous applicants must re-apply.

The City of Perryville reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to the status of their application for employment.

The City of Perryville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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