Overview
Are you seeking a career that combines purpose, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference in your community? One where you serve, protect, and promote the quality of life in Sioux Falls? If so, the role of a Police Officer with the Sioux Falls Police Department may be the perfect fit for you!
The Sioux Falls Police Department is currently accepting applications for pursuit of its Monday, May 18th, 2026 recruit class.
Compensation & Benefits
- STARTING WAGE : $34.63 hourly ($72,030.40 annual)
- SIGN ON BONUS : $5,000.00
- SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL : $2.00 per hour
- No residency requirement
- No state income tax (in South Dakota)
- Robust Health and Wellness Benefits including therapy dog, wellness specialist, peer support group, employee assistance program, three fitness centers, and mentorship during first month
Why SFPD?
Career Development Opportunities - SFPD offers 20+ specialty divisions including, but not limited to : SWAT / Bomb Squad, School & Community Resource Officers, Detective's Bureau, Police Service Dog Unit (K-9), Training Division, and many moreCandidates may seek rank-based promotional opportunities, such as Sergeant, starting at 4-years of continuous serviceCommunity-Oriented Policing - SFPD officers receive strong community and local government supportPublic-facing engagement events such as Hydrant Parties, Coffee / Shop / Cast with a Cop, Public Service Trunk-or-Treat, Law Enforcement Torch Run, and morePaid Training Experience - Nine months of training with subject matter experts within the training divisionPublic Safety Campus - A $55 million training hub with EVOC course, VR simulator, mat room, classrooms, indoor gun range, fitness center, and tactical structuresWork / Life Balance - Annual shift-bid, vacation, sick leave, and personal daysTraining & Work Environment
Training structure includes eight weeks of in-service, 13 weeks at the LET state academy, and 15 weeks on the street with Police Training OfficersOn-site facilities support ongoing professional development and practical readinessEligibility & Employment Details
Seniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Other, Information Technology, and ManagementIndustries : Government AdministrationAdditional notes : Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Sioux Falls by 2x. Get notified about new Police Officer jobs in Aberdeen, SD.
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