Lenexa
Job Description The City of Lenexa police department is currently accepting applications for Police Officers and lateral transfers to join our team! We are an agency with an excellent reputation that is identified as a nationwide leader in the law enforcement community. Our work culture emphasizes training and ability for all officers to work independently and solve problems. You will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and technological resources and can work in a community that is exceptionally supportive of the police department. We strongly believe in providing excellent opportunities for both professional and personal development for our employees in pursuit of their career goals. Police Officer Experience and Education You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the position: • U.S. Citizen, • 21 years of age by first day of Police Academy, • High School diploma or GED, • Valid driver’s license with good driving record Police Officer starting pay * Police Recruit (while attending 16-week Police Academy) - $60,150 * Police Officer (successful completion of the Academy) - $66,013 Master Police Officer salary range This position is also eligible to receive the following: • $1,300 annual ~ $50.00 per pay period secondary language stipend for those who pass a City of Lenexa proctored oral speaking proficiency test., • Shift differential – Evening shift $1.00 per hour and Night shift $1.50 per hour. Qualified applicants must be able to pass a written aptitude test, oral board interview, polygraph, a physical fitness test, an extensive background investigation, pre-employment drug screen and physical exams, and a psychological evaluation. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic, • 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match, • 10 paid holidays per year, • Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year, • Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year), • Six weeks of paid parental leave, • City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans To apply Complete an online application as the first step in our hiring process. Individuals who successfully complete this online application will be contacted by email with further instructions and next steps in the hiring process. As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment.