POLICE OFFICER
qualifications
Ability to:
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions under pressure. Candidates should be capable of working collaboratively in a team environment and adapting to changing circumstances while prioritizing tasks effectively. Physical fitness and agility necessary for police duties, along with integrity in handling confidential information and demonstrating empathy and respect in all interactions with community members, are key attributes sought in potential candidates.
becoming a Police officer
This job pays at an annual salary of $80,763.52-$90,265.11
*Dependent on probationary year in service
The Police Patrol Officer job is a uniformed position sworn to uphold and enforce all laws and City ordinances, to protect lives and property, and to maintain peace and order in the community, including but not limited to, patrolling in squad car, on foot, on bicycle or to control traffic, prevent crime or disturbance of the peace, and arrest violators.
- Conduct surveillance operations to monitor suspect activities.
- Conduct traffic stops, issue citations, and apprehend offenders
- Execute arrests, serve warrants, and detain individuals in accordance with legal procedures
- Engage with community members to build trust and address public safety concerns
- Respond to emergency calls, accidents, and incidents
- Testify in court regarding cases and investigations
- Stay updated on new laws, regulations, and departmental policies
Education:
- High School Graduate or GED Equivalent
Other Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship at time of application.
- Minimum age at the time of written examination is 21 (or 20 with 2 years in law enforcement studies at an accredited college or university).
- No candidate shall be appointed to the uniformed police until he or she has attained the age of twenty-one (21) years.
- Maximum age at the time of written examination is 34.
- No felony convictions; certain misdemeanor convictions may disqualify candidates.
- Tattoo restrictions as per Springfield Police Department Directive 15-005.
- Uncorrected vision 20/20 binocularly with a minimum of 20/40 in both eyes; corrected vision to 20/20 binocularly.
- Color vision: normal or mild anomalous trichromat (red-green deficiency) as defined by specific pseudoisochromatic plates.
WE'RE HIRING
- The best training, community outreach skills, and award-winning policing techniques
- Commitment to excellence
- Resources to solve real-life problems
- Dedication to collaboration, continuous improvement, and upholding the highest standards of public service
