Police Officer Non-Certified Trainee with Hiring Bonus

Police Officer : Non-Certified Trainee

Starting hourly wage : $23.56 (effective 10 / 1 / 2025 - September 30, 2026). Starting hourly wage upon certification : $26.18 - $29.02 DOQ.

Application deadline : October 10, 2025 - dependent upon packet deadline for Training Academy. Written test must be completed by : October 17, 2025. This allows for scheduling of Civil Service Commission interviews as well as pre-employment steps to be completed during the month of November following interviews. Academy admission packets due by December 5, 2025. Position open until filled.

Hiring bonus : Selected candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $6,500 based on experience and qualifications. Hiring bonus amount must be authorized by the City Manager. Hiring bonus is subject to the current Hiring and Retention Pay Policy as approved by City Council. Next interview date : October 21, 2025. Applications, pre-screening and testing must be completed prior to being interviewed. Applications received after the deadline or incomplete applications will be processed for the next interview cycle. Contact Human Resources for more information. Testing dates dependent on staff availability, so please apply early to reserve your spot!

The Position

Police Officers serve and protect the public through police patrol, investigation, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activities, as well as actively engaging with neighbors to take proactive measures in addressing citizen concerns. This individual will use his or her own judgment to respond to difficult and emergency situations and preserve the peace and enforce the law. Duties include patrol of commercial and residential areas, investigating violations of the law, and assisting at scenes of vehicular accidents and crimes, including questioning witnesses, victims and arresting offenders. As a non-certified Officer, selected candidates will begin working as a Police Officer Trainee, attending the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center to complete all necessary training. Trainees are paid during their time at NLETC to become Certified Police Officers with the Alliance Police Department.

Location and Hours

This full-time position involves rotating shifts to provide 24-hour coverage serving the public and is located at the Alliance Police Department.

About the Position Type

This position is full-time and benefit-earning, medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as leave accrual, holiday pay, comp-time accrual, and participation in a 9% matching retirement plan.

In this Position, You Will :

Perform security patrols, traffic control, investigation and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct. Work assigned shift using own judgement in deciding courses of action to take in emergency situations. Work under supervision of a Police Sergeant, prepare a variety of reports and records and preserve evidence.

Requirements :

High School diploma or equivalent. Be at least 21 years of age. Ability to meet the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center qualifications for certification.

Additional Requirements :

Must be a United States Citizen; able to read and write the English language; furnish high school diploma or high school equivalency, desirable to be supplemented by a two-year college degree in law enforcement or a closely related field; possess a valid State Drivers License without record of suspension or revocation in any state; ability to meet Departments physical standards; no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories within the past seven years; be of good moral character; successfully complete the Civil Service Commission examination and screenings. Required supporting documentation must accompany the complete application. Not sure if you meet the qualifications? Applicants should review and understand the Applicant Acknowledgement of NLETC Admission Criteria as well as the complete job description (attached to this page) when applying for this position. Candidates who successfully pass Police Officer Testing and are placed on the eligibility list after Civil Service Commission Interviews must meet the admission criteria as defined in State Statute in order to attend the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Academy. For additional information regarding physical standards, please visit the State's website here : Physical Requirements for Admission and Certification | Nebraska Crime Commission.