Police Patrol Officer jobs in South Dakota

Police Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Being a Police Patrol Officer requires an associate degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Requires Firearms Certification. Additionally, Police Patrol Officer typically reports to a police sergeant. The Police Patrol Officer works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Police Patrol Officer typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Police Officer
  • Sioux Falls Police Department
  • Sioux Falls, SD FULL_TIME
  • Hello! 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!

    HIRING RANGE DOQ: $31.42 - $36.33 hourly ($65,353 - $75,566 annual) (dependent on applicable certified law enforcement experience)
    SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000.00

    ***This position is located in SIOUX FALLS, SOUTH DAKOTA!!!***

    - Want to know more about our $55-million-dollar state-of-the-art Public Safety Campus? Check it out at this link! https://www.siouxfalls.org/public-safety-campus

    - Want to meet one of your agency leaders? Check out a video from Police Chief, Jon Thum, at this link! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mW3J9gLFltc&t=1s

    Why SFPD?

    - SFPD's 20-plus specialty units offer varied opportunities including, but not limited to: SWAT, Resource Officers, Violent Crimes Unit, Police Service Dog Unit (K-9), and Bomb Squad.

    - Upwards of 290 sworn Police Officers and 1,400 full-time COSF employees participate in the Employer of Choice Plan, created to retain, and attract employees.

    - The City of Sioux Falls offers competitive salaries and benefits, along with an 8% employer match for the South Dakota Retirement System [pension plan].

    - An annual shift-bid enables team members to set weekly work dates and hours for each calendar year to offer you work/life balance.

    - SFPD Police Officers can expect unmatched support from the community and local government.

    - There is no residency requirement for SFPD Police Officers.

    - No state income tax.

    Qualifications and Skills:
    Associate’s degree or at least 60 semester hours of college credits from an accredited institution; or two years of certified law enforcement experience; or two years of military experience; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

    The Sioux Falls Police Department recognizes that not all applicants have post certified law enforcement experience, education credits, conferred degree, or military experience. The Sioux Falls Police Department also desires applicants that currently serve in a position of responsibility, have a stable work history, a clean criminal history, and an interest in serving and protecting the community. The Department will consider applicants who possess these collective qualities and experience when determining an applicant’s suitability for employment.

    An applicant must...
    - be eligible for certification under the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission.
    - be a United States citizen.
    - be at least 21 years of age at the time of interview, and no greater than 44 years of age at the time of interview.
    - not have unlawfully used any prescribed drug, controlled substance, or marijuana within one year before the time of application for certification.
    - never have been convicted of a crime by any state or federal government punishable by imprisonment in a federal or state penitentiary.
    - possess or be able to obtain prior to hire a valid driver’s license.
    - have vision correctable to at least 20/40 in each eye. Must recognize and distinguish among the colors of traffic control signals and devices showing standard red, green, and amber.
    - have hearing in which able to hear forced whispered voice in the better ear at not less than 5 feet with or without the use of a hearing aid, or does not have an average hearing loss in the better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500, 1,000, and 2,000 Hz with or without a hearing aid.
    - pass all phases of the hiring process designated by the Rules of Civil Service Board.

    The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

    EOE.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $31.42 - $36.33 per hour

    Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Employee discount
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Referral program
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 10 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Evening shift
    • Holidays
    • Night shift
    • Overnight shift
    • Overtime
    • Weekends as needed

    Supplemental pay types:

    • Signing bonus

    Work Location: In person

  • 21 Days Ago

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Police Officer
  • Summerset Police Department
  • Summerset, SD FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Patrolman Department: Summerset Police Department Reports to: Chief of Police and Sergeant Dated: April 2023 Position objective: The Patrolman will be responsible for the duties of general ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Police Officer
  • City of Sisseton
  • Huron, SD FULL_TIME
  • ***This position is located in SISSETON, SOUTH DAKOTA!!!*** The Sisseton Police Department is seeking a motivated, hard-working individual with a desire to serve the City of Sisseton as a full-time Po...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Police Officer
  • City of Sisseton
  • North Sioux, SD FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Job Description This position is located in SISSETON, SOUTH DAKOTA!!! The Sisseton Police Department is seeking a motivated, hard-working individual with a desire to serve the City of ...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Police Officer
  • City of Sioux Falls
  • Brookings, SD FULL_TIME
  • Hello! 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 Siou...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Police Officer
  • City of Sioux Falls
  • Vermillion, SD FULL_TIME
  • Hello! 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 Siou...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Custom Protection Officer
  • Allied Universal®
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Overview Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lateral Patrol Officer
  • City of Brooklyn
  • Cleveland, OH
  • City of Brooklyn Employment Opening Notice Lateral Police Patrol Officer The City of Brooklyn invites qualified applican...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Officer - Armed - Part Time
  • Allied Universal®
  • Trenton, NJ
  • Overview Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Police Officer
  • Village of Blasdell
  • The Village of Blasdell has an opening for a part time police officer. Candidates must have an active New York Police Ce...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Officer
  • Christus Health
  • Orange, TX
  • Description Summary: Uniformed position at all times. Armed Security Officer’s duties include being a visible deterrent ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Police Officer Recruitment
  • Galesburg Fire and Police Commission
  • Galesburg, IL
  • Entry-Level Police Officer Recruitment - Police Officer Recruitment The Galesburg Police Department is recruiting intere...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Police Officer
  • City of Enid, OK
  • Enid, OK
  • POSITION REPORTS TO: Police Sergeant, Police Chief POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None. BLS COMPARABLE: 33-3051.01 Police Patrol ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lateral Police Officer
  • City of Wichita Falls, TX
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • Lateral applicants must be TCOLE Certified. All candidates must carefully review and understand the qualifications and p...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

South Dakota (/- dəˈkoʊtə/ (listen)) is a U.S. state in the Midwestern region of the United States. It is named after the Lakota and Dakota Sioux Native American tribes, who compose a large portion of the population and historically dominated the territory. South Dakota is the seventeenth largest by area, but the fifth smallest by population and the 5th least densely populated of the 50 United States. As the southern part of the former Dakota Territory, South Dakota became a state on November 2, 1889, simultaneously with North Dakota. Pierre is the state capital and Sioux Falls, with a populat...
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Income Estimation for Police Patrol Officer jobs
$52,584 to $61,280

Police Patrol Officer in Elyria, OH
Even with crime rates falling in recent years, demand for police services to maintain and improve public safety is expected to continue.
January 04, 2020
Police officers are generally charged with the apprehension of criminals and the prevention and detection of crime, protection and assistance of the general public, and the maintenance of public order.
December 27, 2019
Police Patrol Officer in Roanoke, VA
Tactical & firearm training are core skills for police officer's.
November 21, 2019
Police Patrol Officer in Baton Rouge, LA
Unlike most jobs where there is eight to five shift, officers need to be on the alert 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
November 29, 2019