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Patrol Officer
Summary
Title:Patrol Officer
ID:2023-0310
Location:Kansas City, KS
Department:Operations
Description

Company Description  

TMDA is positively renowned as a Talent Solutions and Human Resources Advisory organization. We provide a consultative approach in partnering with our clients and members of their team. Our HR Solutions group serve as an extension of the clients; thereby providing compliant growth at a scalable and sustainable rate. 

Firm Principles

Our Mission:
Our mission is to connect quality talent with projects they are passionate about, while helping our clients achieve mission critical deliverables to support their organizational goals.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most trusted Human Resources Consulting Company by providing exceptional advisory services to both our clients and our candidates through maintaining the highest standards in the process.
Our Values: TMDA follows these core values, not just within our organization, but also with our clients and employees placed with them; Accountability, Empowerment, Inclusion, Originality & Ubiquity. TMDA operates with integrity and transparency.

Most Direct Client Benefits:

  • Pay Transparency State Ranges Depending on Location
    • California | Colorado | Connecticut | Maryland | Nevada | New York | Rhode Island | Washington
  • Paid Time Off
  • Matching 401K
  • Paid Federal Holidays
  • HSA, FSA, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Salary Range: $20.94/hr. - $23.94/hr.

Responsibilities:

  • This is an entry level position responsible for answering calls for service, patrolling, conducting accident investigations and complaints, enforcing ordinances, regulations, and laws, and maintaining community relationships with our citizens.
  • Work is performed under the supervision of a field supervisor and command structure.
  • Upon successful completion of the hiring process, and while waiting for a Police Academy class to commence, an applicant may be hired as an Auxiliary Officer.
  • The Auxiliary Officer position is designed to familiarize the individual with the day-today operations of a police department.
  • Auxiliary Officers are assigned to various assignments within the Police Department, while waiting for the Police Academy to start.
  • The Auxiliary Officer will learn valuable skills that will prepare them for the Police Academy and their career in law enforcement.

Qualifications:  

  • Applicants must be a United States Citizen, possess a valid driver’s license, good moral character, vision at least 20/100 correctable to 20/30 with normal color vision and depth perception (at least 85% or better on the Shephard-Fry measurements), at least 20 years of age at the time of application.
  • Applicants should refer to K.S.A. 74-5605 for a full listing of disqualifiers for the State of Kansas Peace Officers.
  • Applicants with current Law Enforcement Certification with three years of patrol/field experience from any recognized law enforcement agency (lateral transfer officers) may, at the department’s discretion, be sent through an abbreviated academy with KCKPD lasting approximately five weeks.
  • All lateral applicants must submit official department training records and resume.
  • The original completion certificate from the issuing agency is required at the time of application.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. 

Education: 

  • High school diploma or GED.
Monthly Testing:
  • Applicants applying for the position of Patrol Officer will be required to pass a written examination and physical agility examination. Applicants passing both the written and physical agility test will proceed to a board interview.
  • Testing for the position of Patrol Officer will be conducted monthly.
  • Applicants sitting for the written examination are required to score 70% or above and pass the physical agility within 1:37 seconds to proceed in the process.
  • Applicants not receiving the minimum score will be allowed to re-test up to 2 more times.
  • Retests will need to be completed within a 6-month time frame.
  • Applicants are required to apply along with required documentation prior to the testing deadline to reserve a seat. 
  • Confirmation of test location and time will be provided to the applicant at time of application.
  • Testing dates are subject to change.
  • Failure to attend any portion of the testing will result in disqualification.
  • If disqualified, applicants will be required to wait six months to reapply.
  • Testing date: 12/13/2023
  • Preliminary testing will include a written exam, physical agility test, and a preliminary panel interview.
  • Testing may last several hours, so please plan accordingly. Further information will be provided upon submitting application to Human Resources.
  • Once an Academy start date has been determined, a group of applicants will be selected to move forward to the background check and CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analysis).
  • Applicants selected for a conditional offer of employment will participate in post offer testing to include a psychological evaluation (which includes a written assessment and Clinical Assessment Interview with department psychologist) and physical and drug screen.
  • Applicant must be a resident of Wyandotte County OR willing to relocate within 12 months from date of hire.
  • Applicants hired as an Auxiliary Officer, while awaiting Police Academy training, will receive pay and benefits as a Civilian employee. Auxiliary Officers do not earn department seniority until completion of the Police Academy.

​​​​​​​Travel Requirements:  

This position will involve no travel.

State Specific Notices

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities. 

Maryland Applicants: Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100. 

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Additional Information 

TMDA is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. If you would like to request reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a diverse ability, please call 757-263-0440 or email operations@tmcompanies.us for other accommodation options. 

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