The Bel Aire Police Department is seeking a motivated community-oriented individual who has strong work ethics, morals and the desire to serve and help others to fill the position of Police Officer.  CPOST Certified Preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Police Officer position protects and serves the citizens of the City of Bel Aire by enforcing all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Works under the general supervision of the Police Chief and other supervisory personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforces all federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
• Performs routine patrol duties and responds to traffic control duties.
• Makes arrests and issues traffic citations.
• Responds to emergency situations and calls for police service.
• Prepares reports and official documents.
• Interviews witnesses, suspects, and victims.
• Executes warrants and serves legal documents.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Cooperates with other public safety agencies and City departments as needed.
• Acts as departmental liaison with other law enforcement and governmental agencies at the request of the Police Chief.
• Investigates crimes and accidents.
• Testifies in court.
• Assist with the enforcement of health and zoning ordinances.
• Seizes, preserves evidence; provides security to City facilities, personnel, and operations.
• Ensures the effective operation of equipment and vehicles and ensures department compliance with applicable governmental rules and regulations.

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED. College Degree Preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• No Felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history.
• U.S. Citizen.
• This position requires 40 hours of continuing education annually.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate basic law enforcement equipment such as radios, computers, and radar; Intoxilyzer certification is preferred.
• Must be able to periodically qualify with firearms.
• Familiar with the applicable laws, ordinances and department rules and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.17 - $34.15 per hour plus shift differential for 2nd & 3rd shifts.

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• KP&F Retirement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Closing date: 12/31/2024

Contact: Sgt Davis directly for questions or to apply.
316-744-6000
sdavis@belaireks.gov