Police Officer

About the role

The City of Branson is seeking exceptional, dedicated, and motivated individuals for the position of Police Officer. This is a P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement role, ideal for candidates eager to serve and protect the community.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting hourly wage is $23.76 per hour and will increase to $24.71 per hour after 6 months of successful probation. Experienced lateral hires can earn between $53,000.00 - $59,000.00 annually depending on qualifications and experience.

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Work Location

This position requires work to be performed onsite in and around the City of Branson, Missouri.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Successful completion of a Certified Law Enforcement Academy
• Must possess and maintain a valid Missouri P.O.S.T. Certificate as a condition of employment
• Candidates with certifications from other states will be allowed 30 days to receive P.O.S.T. Certification in the state of Missouri after the offer of employment is made
• Preferred Experience that Will Set You Apart From Other Candidates: Two (2) years of experience in a similar or larger sized agency

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the start of employment
• Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and pass the Ishihara color vision test and/or be able to recognize the colors of traffic signals and devices showing red, green and amber
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the City of Branson's motor vehicle coverage when operating a vehicle as a part of the position
• Must possess no felony convictions at any time while employed by the City of Branson
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screenings, a background investigation, polygraph, psychological, and medical/physical examinations
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Special Assignments

Explore various special assignments such as SWAT, Detective Bureau, K-9, Field Training Officer, and Bike patrol, fostering career growth and diversification.

Tuition Reimbursement

If hired within one (1) year of obtaining P.O.S.T. certification, the City of Branson will reimburse tuition costs and other approved expenses incurred during training academy attendance, investing in your professional development and advancement.