Job Description
The Police Officer is responsible for patrolling a designated area of the County in a marked police car, preventing and investigating crimes, enforcing traffic laws, and maintaining a visible police presence to deter violations. This role includes responding to a wide range of incidents, such as fires, accidents, misdemeanors, felonies, and domestic disturbances, conducting investigations, administering first aid, gathering evidence, and making arrests when necessary. Officers also establish traffic control, provide security at public events, and perform routine checks of public facilities. Upon completing the necessary training, officers may take on specialized duties within different divisions of the department.
Education Requirements
You must have either:
1. 32 semester credit hours from an accredited university or college. Both require a cumulative average letter grade of "C" or a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent, OR
2. A high school diploma or GED with one year full-time prior police experience or two years of active military service or four years of National Guard/Reserve service. Police experience can be in a professional staff position with the St. Louis County Police Department designated by the Chief, to include the Department's Cadet Program. OR
3. Five years of successful work experience. Successful work experience is defined as:
Continuous full-time employment, averaging 30 hours or more per week; and
Overall positive reviews of work performance from employers; and
No negative terminations of employment; and
Multiple employers are acceptable if the above factors are met.
Required Certifications
Must possess a valid State Driver's License by date of employment and have five (5) or less points charged against his/her driving record at time of application, unless otherwise directed by the Chief of Police.