Police Officer

Company: Sioux City Police Department
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Job Description:

POLICE OFFICER APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 The best job you will ever have while working with a department and community that care about you. The Sioux City Police Department is seeking dedicated individuals to perform law enforcement duties that preserve law and order and emphasize our desire to work in partnership with the community through community policing, outreach efforts, and establishing strong partnerships with the citizens we serve. We know that our best asset is our police officers and we are seeking officers that represent the community we serve. Police officers come from all walks of life and we will train you on how to be an outstanding officer as long as you have integrity, empathy, honesty, resiliency, and a strong personal drive. The Sioux City Police Department has a strong community backing from the citizens it serves and its city council. Officers have numerous training and advancement opportunities. The City of Sioux City is in the Northwest corner of Iowa along Interstate 29 and sits on the border with the states of South Dakota and Nebraska. Sioux City is the cultural, shopping and entertainment hub of a metropolitan area of approximately 169,000 residents. The SCPD has an authorized strength of 129 sworn members. In addition to patrol work, the SCPD has numerous specialty duty assignments including: Investigations (Crimes Against Persons Unit, Crimes Against Property Unit, Special Investigations Unit, Drug Task Force, Fugitive Task Force, Juvenile Investigations, and School Resource Officers), Crime Prevention, Community Policing, Community Cultural Liaisons, SWAT, Honor Guard, Hostage/Crisis Negotiators, Peer Support Team, Accreditation, Specialized Traffic Units, K9 handlers, Drone Pilots, Traffic Investigations, Technology Unit, and Bicycle Patrol. Starting wage for an entry level police officer is $60,067.87. New officers who have been a certified law enforcement officer for a minimum of two (2) years or who have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university will start at $72,086.64. Expected wage range after three (3) years of service will be approximately $81,000 to $99,000. Officers receive additional compensation for equipment, certifications, longevity, and foreign language. Comprehensive retirement and benefit package along with paid vacation and military leave. Law enforcement officers certified in another state have the option to gain certification in Iowa through examination. Officers must live within 30 miles of the city limits of Sioux City within six months of hire. Officers can reside in surrounding states. Required Qualifications/Experience/Training: 1. High school diploma or equivalent 2. Must be 21 years of age by September 10, 2023 3. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license 4. Be able to successfully complete all phases of the background process The City of Sioux City is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE/ADA Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

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