Police Officer

Police Officer PositionThe City of Topeka is seeking individuals interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. We believe in recruiting the best, brightest, most diverse candidates to serve our citizens and make our community safer. A Police Officer is primarily responsible for enforcing the law and protecting the public. Police Officers detect and prevent crime, complete assignments and participate in community safety programs.La ciudad de Topeka est buscando individuos interesados en seguir una Carrera en la aplicacin de ley. Creemos en reclutar los mejore, ms brillantes y candidatos ms diversos para servir a nuestros ciudadanos y hacer que nuestra comunidad sea ms segura. Un oficial de polica es el principal responsable en hacer cumplir la ley y proteger al pblico. Lo oficial de polica detectan y previenen delitos en reas particulares, terminan tareas y participan en programas de seguridad comunitariaInterested candidates must schedule, complete and pass the written test and the Police Officer Physical Agility Test (POPAT) to be eligible for consideration. To register for an upcoming test date, please click 'Start Your Application' on the City of Topeka's careers site at www.topeka.org/careers.What to expect in the recruitment process:Register for and complete the Written Test and Police Officer Physical Agility Test (POPAT)Background InvestigationInterview Process (Initial, Staff, and Civil Service Interviews)Exam Process (Polygraph, Psychological and Medical Exams)Final OfferAnnual entry rate of pay: $62,254.40Benefits & IncentivesStarting pay of $29.93 per hour / $62,254.40 per year in 2025Approximately $1 per hour increase per year (for 15 years) up to $47.16 per hour / $98,092 per year in 2025Shift differential Pay ($1 per hour for shifts starting after noon)Premium pay for detectives (base salary up to $105,392 per year) and sergeants (base salary up to $110,010 per year)Attend paid Police Academy in TopekaLateral Transfer Program: starting pay up to $42.51 per hour / $88,420 per year in 2025, accelerated hiring process, shortened police academy and FTO phase (upon approval of the Chief)Receive GI bill benefits throughout the academy and FTO phaseDepartment issues all required gearGranted 24 core Criminal Justice credits at Washburn University for academy completion10-Hour workdays for patrol officers and academyMonthly Education Bonus (Associate's Degree: $25, Bachelor's Degree: $100, Master's Degree: $125)11 paid holidays per year (double-time pay in addition, if working)Minimum 4.5 hours of compensatory time or 3 hours overtime pay for off-duty court appearancesPhysical incentive pay (up to $90/quarter) with On-site Gym - Workout on DutyCompensation for certified bilingual officers (up to $2,500 per year)Tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 per yearEmployee Assistance Program. Ride Share ReimbursementsHealth/Dental/Prescription Insurance with Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic$2 per hour incentive for field training officers and supervisorsPersonal Leave (2 days awarded annually), Perfect Attendance Leave (1 day per quarter), Funeral Leave (3 days per use), Vacation Leave (96 hours per year, increases with years of service), Sick Leave (96 hours per year)Promotion and specialty unit selection points for military service and formal educationMedical expense reimbursement (up to $1,300)Contractual agreement between the city of Topeka and FOP lodge #3Specialty Units and Assignments Include K-9 Unit, Response Team, CSI, Detectives, Bomb Unit, Narcotics Officers, Behavioral Health Unit, Motorcycle Unit, School Resource Officers, Youth Education OFC, ATV Unit, Community Police, Crisis Negotiator, Security Preservation Team (SPT), FBI, ATF, & U.S. Marshal's Task Force, Accident Reconstruction, Accident Investigation Unit, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Honor Guard, Pipe and Drum Corps, EVOC Instructor, Polygraph Examiner, Training Unit, and UAV UnitRetirement is under Kansas Police & Fire. Full retirement is available at 25 years of service & 50 years of age.