Duties: Protecting, serving, & working with Salina’s diverse citizenry & enforcing the law while protecting the constitutional rights of all.
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
Qualifications include: United States citizen; twenty-one (21) years of age at time of appointment; no felony convictions, domestic violence related conviction, or other serious misdemeanor convictions; good physical condition; eyesight: 20/100 correctable to 20/20, no upper acuity limit with contact lenses; ability to obtain Kansas Police Officer certification within one year from date of hire.
Selection process includes: Examination, three assessment interviews, psychological evaluation, computer voice stress analysis examination, thorough background check, physical examination, & drug screen.
Requirements: Must live within 40-minutes response time; must possess valid Kansas driver’s license; successful candidates are prohibited from smoking or using tobacco products at any time, on or off the job.
Starting pay: $54,434-57,158/yr. DOQ EOE
Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.
Paid Time Off
48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
96 hours of sick leave during first year.
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
Application Deadline: Until filled
About City Of Salina
Join the City of Salina – Your Career Starts Here! About Us: Founded in 1858, the City of Salina is a stable and progressive employer dedicated to serving our community. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our competitive salaries, outstanding benefits, and the long tenure of our employees, with an average service length of 10 years. We offer diverse career paths and emphasize superior service and performance. What We Do: The City of Salina is responsible for maintaining:
300 miles of sewer lines
85 miles of storm sewers
266 miles of streets
288 miles of water lines We also take pride in our 28 parks, 2 golf courses, waterpark, water plant, and wastewater plant. Our nationally accredited police and fire departments ensure top-notch public safety, with our fire protection boasting an ISO rating of 3 (on a scale where 1 is the best and 10 is the worst). Why Work With Us: We employ 480 dedicated individuals year-round and expand our team by 300 during the summer to support our Parks & Recreation Department’s programs. Our benefits package includes:
Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Generous Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, and Paid Holidays
KPERS/KP&F Retirement System
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Wellness programs including flu shots, Hepatitis B vaccinations, and cholesterol screenings How to Apply: Ready to make a difference? Visit https://jobs.salina-ks.gov to explore current job openings and apply today! Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, or disability. If you need accommodations for the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710. ADA Notice: For accommodations, call 785-309-5745 (Office) or 785-309-5747 (TDD) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Please request accommodations at least five (5) working days in advance for events. Join us at the City of Salina, where your career and community thrive together!
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