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Police Officer, Cape Girardeau, MO

The City of Cape Girardeau is seeking qualified applicants for employment in the position of Police Officer. On the date of employment, applicants must: Be at least 21 years of age; be a Missouri resident & U.S. citizen; possess a valid driver's license; possess a high school dipoloma or GED equivalent; not have a conviction for a felony or any crime involving domestice violence. Applicants selected to participate in the hiring process will be required to participate in a written exam, physical test, interview and background investigation. The exam and interview are by invitation and are tentatively scheduled for October 9th and October 21st or 23rd respectively. Finalists will be required to undergo a medical examination, psychological evaluation and pre-employment drug screen. Starting pay is at least $31,990 based on 52 weeks of empoloyment, plus an assigned vehicle and a generous benefits package. Current top pay for the position is $48,000. Police department applications may be obtained at the city's web site at www.cityofcapegirardeau.org by selecting "Our Departments," then "Public Safety," then "Police Department," then "Employment" or by contacting the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 401 Independence, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703; (573)334-3090. Applicants with disabilities may arrange reasonable accommodations by contacting the Human Resources Office. Applications must be turned in to the Cape Girardeau Police Department by Monday, September 21, 2009. If you have any questions regarding this process, contact Captain Jack Wimp at the Cape Girardeau Police department at (573)335-6621, ext 1003. The City of Cape Girardeau reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for testing as to the status of their application for employment. EOE/ADA/M/F/V

(Posted by [Cole] Logan, Karen on 2009-09-10 14:47:50)