Law Enforcement is a Calling; Are you Ready to Answer?

The Killdeer Police Department is seeking exceptional applicants to fill immediate full-time and part-time openings for the position of Patrol Officer, and is seeking professional, motivated candidates who are interested in working in a progressive 6-man department.

Our department offers a professional, family-oriented work environment, and a community-oriented law enforcement experience, without the high call volume and stress of daily life often experienced in larger jurisdictions. We value our team members, and you’re not just a number here! We strive for competence, self-discipline, and a positive work ethic in our employees, and we provide the resources they need to be successful in their career.

The City of Killdeer offers the following work conditions and incentives:

- Salary (gross): FT: $68,842.28 - $89,856.05 annually for POST certified / lateral applicants (with wage to be discussed for non-certified applicants); PT wage dependent on experience;

- Overtime available as well

- 100% paid full single / family ND Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance, including dental / vision plans;

- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays;

- $100 monthly employee savings plan;

- 100% paid ND Law Enforcement PERS Retirement plan, currently at 18.04% of salary

- All necessary duty equipment and a take-home patrol vehicle are provided;

- $1,000 hiring bonus for qualified applicants, up to $5,000 for highly qualified and recommended applicants;

- City housing may be available;

- Training in specialized areas of interest is possible, including but not limited to FTO, investigations, training, interdiction, response team operations, and more;

- Annual wage increases are available with satisfactory performance;

- Supervisory ranked positions, dependent upon availability, needs of the department, and performance;

- Retention bonuses may be available for officers on a continuing basis;

- Current 12 hour 5 on / 5 off, 2 on / 2 off schedule, rotating shifts;

- FT employees may reside within 40 miles of Killdeer (take-home car not eligible outside of city limits);

- Great community support, school system, and area outdoor activities;

- Free membership to the Killdeer Aquatics & Wellness Center for all City staff;

Applicant must be POST licensable within North Dakota. Current ND POST certified, lateral transfer, or basic academy graduates will be given preference. Part-time applicants must be currently ND POST certified or licensable, with a positive work history. Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter with references to Chief Dion Steinley, dsteinley@killdeer.com, PO Box 270, Killdeer, ND. 58640, 701-764-5678. Position is open until filled. The City of Killdeer is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,842.28 - $89,856.05 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Killdeer, ND 58640: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person