Police Officer

Police Officer

Do you have a desire to serve the public and work in a supportive, community-focused department? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of residents? If yes, then come make a difference every day as a Police Officer. Whether responding to emergencies, patrolling neighborhoods or engaging in community outreach, youll play a key role in keeping the City of Spring Hill, Kansas safe and connected. We offer excellent comprehensive benefits including 100% City paid medical, dental and vision premiums for the 2025-2026 Plan Year. We also offer other great benefits such as vision care allotment, paid leave, holiday pay, longevity bonus, KPandF retirement and a City of Spring Hill Retirement package. Start a great career with the City of Spring Hill.

Pay, Education and Experience : High school diploma or equivalent is required. Two-year technical or Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Science or continuing education in law enforcement or a related field is preferred. Ability to react quickly to danger and adapt to different people, behavior, and circumstances is a must. Starting pay $28.85 per hour, actual pay depends on experience. No experience required. Some law enforcement, military law enforcement or training in the field is desired. If not already certified by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center or by reciprocity must have the ability to obtain, within a year, certification by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center or certification by reciprocity. Ability to obtain a minimum of 40 hours of continuing education annually is required. Must maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to safely perform essential job functions.

Brief Description of Duties : The Police Officer is a non-exempt position under FLSA which protects and serves the citizens of Spring Hill. This position provides citizen assistance, enforces all federal, state, and local laws, and performs patrol duties. Making arrests, issuing citations for traffic violations, and investigating crimes and accidents are the primary responsibilities of the position. Collateral duties may include, but not limited to; Field Training Officer, Coordinator of programs, K9 and / or Department Trainer. Police Officer at Step 2 and above may be eligible for consideration as a department investigator. This employee should possess excellent communication and public relations skills. The position requires a valid Kansas drivers license. Apply department orders, rules and regulations to police situations; understands and applies legal standards. Operates patrol / unmarked vehicle in a safe and effective manner; inspects vehicle for safe and efficient operating condition, performs minor vehicle repairs as necessary; fuels and cleans vehicle. Performs general patrol duties. May involve public information officer duties and managing police social media accounts. Applies for search warrants, conducts follow up on criminal reports. Ability to react quickly to danger and adapt to different people, behavior, and circumstances. Perform crime prevention and public relations duties; establishes rapport with community.