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KANSAS CITY MISSOURI POLICE DEPARTMENT
1125 LOCUST ST.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64106
816-234-5000
https://www.kcpd.org/

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Updated: May 13, 2024

Job Classification: Police Officer

The Kansas City Police Department is continuously hiring for Police Officer positions. The department requires the completion of the Frontline National exam through NTN and their department application which can be completed on their website at, careers.kcpd.org.

The department requires the candidate to take both the Public Safety Self Assessment (PSSA) Parts 1 & 2. You can access these through your candidate account.

Salary information: $65,004 annual while in the Academy, $68,928 after probationary period is completed, and $104,676 top out

Benefit Information:
-Pension, 2.5% multiplier of base salary based on years of service, vested at 15 years of service, retirement-eligible at 27 years of service, mandatory retirement at 35 years of service or age 65
-College Incentive
-Bi-lingual Skill Pay (if qualify)
-Shift differential if assigned to evening or midnight shift
-10 paid holidays
-13 vacation days after 1st full year of employment (gradually increases to 30 vacation days depending on years of service)
-Voluntary aerobics program to earn up to 2 extra days off every six months
-18 paid sick days a year (unused time accumulates)
-Health Insurance-department pays 90% of the premium for an individual plan, 85% for individual plus one plan, and 80 % of the premium for a family plan (HMO or PPO plans available)
-Optional Dental and Vision Plans
-Life Insurance paid by Department (additional can be purchased)
-Deferred Compensation Plan available
-Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program available
-Flexible Spending Accounts available

Contact Information:
Amber Hoffman
Police Officer/LE Applicant Coordinator
(816) 234-5402
Amber.hoffman@kcpd.org

Department Overview: It is the Kansas City Police Department’s mission to protect and serve with professionalism, honor, and integrity and its vision is to make Kansas City and the metropolitan area the safest community in the nation as a result of the efforts of the Kansas City Missouri Police Department and its many partners. Police officers perform a number of essential functions such as patrol areas to prevent and detect crime; respond to calls for assistance; conduct criminal investigations; interact with the community to build cooperation and support; pursue and arrest suspects; enforce traffic and parking laws; write reports and maintain records; work with superiors, peers, and others as a team; prepare for and participate in planned events; prepare for court and give testimony, and fulfill other administrative duties when required. The KCPD offers the opportunity to transfer to specialized units after three years in patrol such as investigations, K-9, TAC (SWAT), bomb and arson, narcotics and vice, traffic enforcement, the helicopter unit and so much more.

After 5 years in the department we offer opportunities to be promoted. This is much more than a job; it is an opportunity to help others, give back to your community, and build a career that you can be proud of.

Area Information: Kansas City, Missouri is the largest city in Missouri with an estimated population of 492,000 (2018). It is the most populated municipality of the Kansas City metropolitan area, which straddles the Kansas–Missouri state line. Sitting on Missouri's western boundary with Kansas, with Downtown near the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, the city encompasses some 319.03 square miles (826.3 km2), making it the 23rd largest city by total area in the United States. Kansas City is known for its long tradition of jazz music and culture, its cuisine, including its distinctive Kansas City-style barbecue, and its craft breweries. Kansas City is also home to the Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs.

Population: About 492,000 (2018)

Job Requirements

Age:
At least 20 ½ years old at the time of application

Citizenship Required:
Must be a US Citizen

High School Grad / GED:
High School diploma or GED equivalent

Driver's License:
Valid State driver’s license

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
20/100 vision uncorrected each eye, corrected to 20/30 each eye

Academy Certification:
Applicants do not need certification at the time of application. Applicants will take Missouri POST certification at the completion of the KCPD Regional Police Academy.

Additional Requirements:

No felony convictions
Must be drug-free with no past drug abuse
Must be able to establish residency within 30 (air) miles of the nearest Kansas City, Missouri limits, in either Kansas or Missouri by the completion of the probationary period
Must pass the written entrance exam and physical agility test
Physically capable of operating a department issued handgun and shotgun

Hiring Process:

Substance Abuse Form
Written Exam
Physical Abilities Test
Application for Employment/Document Turn In
Pre-Employment Polygraph
Background Investigation
Oral Board Interview
Conditional Job Offer
Psychological Exam
Physical Exam

Disqualifiers:

Dishonesty during the employment process or on application
Must meet the departments drug use requirements
Any sales of illegal drugs and unauthorized dispensing/sale of legal controlled substances will be reviewed on a case by case basis
Excessive city ordinance, misdemeanor violation convictions, or outstanding warrants
Currently on probation or parole, or have pending court dates
Felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions directly resulting from felony charges (reduced on a plea, etc) (SIS and SES are reviewed on a case by case basis)
Dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Services

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Kansas City Missouri Police Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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