Police Officer

Salary: $57,438.00 - $68,538.00 Annually
Location : Dickinson, ND
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00333
Department: POLICE
Division: Patrol
Opening Date: 12/12/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Police Officer - Dedication Beyond the BadgeAt the City of Dickinson, we are dedicated to serving and protecting our community with integrity, professionalism, and compassion. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team of law enforcement officers who are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.
Salary: $57,438 - $68,538 depending on qualifications and experience. UP TO A $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
Want more information? Text a recruiter at 701-260-0257.
What we offer:

• 80%-100% City paid health insurance; optional dental, vision, life insurances
• NDPERS retirement, optional 457 retirement plan
• Annual sick and vacation leave, 13 paid holidays, bereavement leave, paid emergency closure leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FREE membership to West River Community Center for Police Officers and their family members
• 12 FREE College Credits at Dickinson State University for Police Officers and/or immediate family members
• Opportunities for training and career advancement.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (G.E.D.)
• Additional college level course work and specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related field is highly desirable.
• Associate degree preferred.

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Join us in our mission to protect and serve the City of Dickinson and become part of a team that makes a positive difference every day. Apply today!
EMPLOYER-PAID BENEFITS

• Vacation - On a sliding scale based on tenure with the City. 96 hours annual accrual for years 1-5.
• Sick Leave - 96 hours annual accrual
• Personal Leave - Employees are permitted to use up to 16 hours of accrued Sick Leave per year for Personal Leave.
• Longevity Pay - Sliding scale based on tenure with City (After 5 years of Service). Paid annually.
• Bereavement Pay - 3 days per occurrence; up to 9 days per year with supervisor approval.
• Weather-Emergency Closure Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement - A maximum of $1500.00 will be available to any one employee per semester (or semester equivalent).
• Paid Holidays - Twelve holidays plus one day for birthday.
• Employee Assistance Program

EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE SHARED-COST BENEFITS

• Health Insurance
  • NDPERS (Sanford Health Plan) - 80% employer-paid/20% employee-paid
    • Monthly Employee Share: 7/1/23 - 6/30/25 (Rate increase expected 7/1/25)
      • Family - $408.50/month / Single - $168.99/month

For every 1 year employed by the City of Dickinson, the City will pay an additional 1% of your health insurance (If you're employed with the City for 20 years, your insurance would be 100% paid)

• Flexible Spending Account
  • HealthEquity Medical Flex Spending Account - The City puts $450.00 into a Medical Spending Account annually for Full-Time employees for out-of-pocket medical costs. (Pro-rated for PT Regular employees)
• Defined Benefit Hybrid Regular Retirement Plan
  • NDPERS - Employee contributes 7% of compensation; Employer contributes 9.26%. (Mandatory Participation)
• Defined Benefit Hybrid Public Safety Retirement Plan (Mandatory - For Sworn Law Enforcement & Fire Suppression Personnel Only)
  • NDPERS - Employee contributes 5.5% of compensation; Employer contributes 9.16%.
• Principal Life Insurance/AD&D
  • The City provides Term Life Insurance for employees & pays half the premium.
  • Supplemental Life Insurance option.

EMPLOYEE-PAID BENEFITS

• West River Community Center Membership
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vision Insurance pre-tax
• Dental Low Plan ($1000 per person, per plan year) pre-tax
• Dental High Plan ($2000 per person, per plan year) pre-tax
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan - Roth or Pre-Tax Option.
• Aflac

Civil Service Status upon successful completion of the probationary period.
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you at least 20 years old?

• Yes
• No

03
Use marijuana within the past year?

• Yes
• No

04
Use any other illegal drug or drugs not legally prescribe to you within the past 2 years?

• Yes
• No

05
Having been on or currently on court-ordered supervision or probation for any of the following offenses?

• None
• Felony
• Class A Misdemeanor less than 10 years ago
• Class A Misdemeanor more than 10 years ago

06
Having been convicted of any of the following offenses?

• None
• Felony
• Class A Misdemeanor less than 10 years ago
• Class A Misdemeanor more than 10 years ago

07
Having been on or currently on court-ordered supervision or probation for any criminal offense of the grade of Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years?

• Yes
• No

08
Having been convicted of an offense of the grade of a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years?

• Yes
• No

09
Having been convicted of a family violence offense?

• Yes
• No

10
Currently being under indictment?

• Yes
• No

11
Being prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle?

• Yes
• No

12
Being prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition?

• Yes
• No

13
Having had a driver license suspension for habitual violator in the last five years?

• Yes
• No

14
Having been convicted of four or more hazardous traffic violations within the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

15
Having been convicted of seven or more hazardous traffic violations within the last 24 months?

• Yes
• No

16
Currently on probation for any traffic offense?

• Yes
• No

17
Having been adjudged a delinquent child within the last 10 years?

• Yes
• No

18
Having sold, manufactured, distributed or cultivated illegal drugs, including marijuana?

• Yes
• No

19
Having committed theft(s) while in a position of trust or in a pattern that shows habitual theft?

• Yes
• No

20
Having a history of illegal drug use that tends to establish a pattern above that of experimental drug use?

• Yes
• No

21
Having committed sufficient criminal activities to establish a pattern of disregard for the law?

• Yes
• No

22
Having committed any crime of a serious or aggravated nature including, but not limited to, criminal homicide, kidnapping, sexual assault, sexual assault of a child, indecency with a child, incest, felony assault?

• Yes
• No

23
Having been involved with seditious movements, terrorist activities, or any efforts to violently overthrow the United States government?

• Yes
• No

24
Having been convicted of the offense of barratry?

• Yes
• No

25
The applicant's driver license has been suspended for refusal to submit to a chemical test within the last ten years?

• Yes
• No

26
Do you have tattoos on the head, neck, face, hands, fingers, ears or scalp?

• Yes
• No

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By completing this disqualifiers evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any of the above questions can disqualify candidates. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers.

• Yes, I understand

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I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627.

• Yes, I understand

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