Police Officer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on213, South Cherry Street, Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas, 66061, United States
About the Team
As an elite member of Olathe's finest, you have the opportunity to join an exciting, dynamic department in a metropolitan city where your law enforcement skills will help protect and serve nearly 154,000 citizens. With our department, you can go as far as your ambition and skills take you. We offer a wide variety of units to serve, and there are plenty of opportunities for career advancement.
We are committed to providing the best training and equipment to ensure your success. This position is fully benefited, including 8 weeks of paid parental leave. We also offer shift differentials for evening shifts ($1.00) and midnight shifts ($1.50), along with a $3,000 annual language stipend for those who pass Spanish/Sign Language Translator criteria.
About the Role
This role is designed to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work, keeping peace and working with the community on mutual problems and concerns. You will perform a wide variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the police department, enforcing local and state laws while investigating felony, misdemeanor, and ordinance violations. Your duties will include investigating traffic accidents, enforcing the traffic code, and working with stakeholders to solve neighborhood problems. Additionally, you will be responsible for preventing crime and disorder, preparing reports, and testifying credibly in court.
Hiring Process
If you are a current City of Olathe employee, please click the link to apply through your Workday account. For all other applicants, please review the full job details and requirements below before submitting your application.
Work location
Work model: On-site
213, South Cherry Street, Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas, 66061, United States
Olathe, Kansas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleWork with stakeholders to solve neighborhood problems
- check_circlePrevent crime and disorder
- check_circlePrepare reports and testify credibly in court
- check_circleInvestigate traffic accidents and enforce traffic codes
- check_circleInvestigate felony, misdemeanor, and ordinance violations
- check_circleEnforce local and state laws
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma or equivalent
- verifiedTwo (2) years of college preferred
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedKansas Police Officer Certification
Nice to Have
Some related law enforcement experience. Two years of college.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle8 weeks paid parental leavecheck_circleShift differential pay for evening shift ($1.00) and midnight shift ($1.50)check_circle$3,000 annual language stipend for passing Spanish/Sign Language Translator criteria
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Law Enforcement, Spanish, Sign Language.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Police Officer at City of Olathe
What does a Police Officer at City of Olathe do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Police Officer at City of Olathe will work with stakeholders to solve neighborhood problems; prevent crime and disorder; prepare reports and testify credibly in court; and investigate traffic accidents and enforce traffic codes.
What are the requirements for this Police Officer role?expand_more
City of Olathe is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent; Two (2) years of college preferred; Valid driver's license; and Kansas Police Officer Certification.
Where is the Police Officer role at City of Olathe located?expand_more
Police Officer at City of Olathe is based in 213, South Cherry Street, Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas, 66061, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Police Officer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
City of Olathe has listed this Police Officer role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Police Officer role?expand_more
Candidates for Police Officer at City of Olathe should have entry level.
What skills do you need for the Police Officer role at City of Olathe?expand_more
Key skills for Police Officer at City of Olathe include Law Enforcement; Spanish; and Sign Language.
What education is required for Police Officer at City of Olathe?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
What category does the Police Officer role belong to?expand_more
Police Officer at City of Olathe is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.