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City of Sidney Police Patrol Officer in Sidney, Montana
POLICE PATROL OFFICER
NEXT TESTING DATE: April 23, 2025
LOCATION: RICHLAND COUNTY LAW and JUSTICE CENTER
300 12TH AVE. NW
SIDNEY, MONTANA 59270
Prior law enforcement experience?
LATERAL ENTRY STARTS AT $34.26/hr($71,260.80 annually)
Are you the kind of person who loves to help othersand would jump at the opportunity to help make their community a better placeto live and work?
Are you the kind of person who thrives working as a member of a teamto overcome challengesand solve problems?
Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your skillsand embark on a rewarding career?
Then
YOUjust might be who we are looking for...
The Sidney Police Department is now accepting applications and resumes for the position of
PATROL OFFICER.
Applications will be continually reviewed and applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited for testing.
Exceptional applicants may be contacted for immediate testing and interviews.
Entry-level or lateral transfer candidates are welcome.
Why the Sidney Police Department?
The Sidney Police Department is a modern, full-service law enforcement agency whose core values are
INTEGRITY, SERVICE, RESPECT, COMMUNITYand
FAMILY. These are not just words on our website...they are our guiding principles, and everything we do is framed with those values in mind. We believe in
SERVANT LEADERSHIPand the concept that
service to othersis the noblest of endeavors. I
deal applicants must have a desire to serve and personal values that align with our own. They also must have outstanding written and verbal communication skills, the ability to react quickly and effectively to stressful situations, excellent personal character, and a desire to learn.
Our mission is simple...to enhance the overall quality of life in our community, and we do it by partnering with the community to protect life, property, and the Constitutional rights of all people. To achieve that mission we hold our officers to the highest professional and personal standards, and are dedicated to ensuring our officers are provided with the best training, equipment, and support possible, and encourage professional growth at every opportunity. While we are a small department, with an authorized strength of 13 sworn officers, we can do big things.
Sidney is primarily an agricultural community of approximately 6,500 people located in eastern Montana near the North Dakota border. We are located in the heart of the Yellowstone Valley along the Yellowstone River. Our community is at the periphery of the Bakken oil shale exploration effort. The increase in oil production over the past decade and the associated service industry have brought dramatic changes to the Sidney, Richland County area.
BENEFITS:
Wage: $30.86 - $34.26 DOE
Starting (Non-POST Certified) $30.86
1-2 years $30.86
3-5 years $34.26
6-7 years $35.53
8-10 years $36.52
10 years + $36.86
Shift differential pay:
$0.50/hr, $0.75/hr, or $1.00/hr depending on the shift.
Incentive Pay:
Education (per mo.)
Associate $50.00
Bachelor $100.00
Master's $150.00
POST Certificate (per mo.)
Intermediate $50.00
Advanced $100.00
Supervisory $125.00
Specialty Assignment Pay
Longevity Pay
Vacation accrued at 10 hours per month
Sick leave accrued at 8 hours per month
Holiday pay
Medical insurance
Municipal Police Officer Retirement System
All uniforms and duty gear are provided
SELECTION PROCESS:
The Sidney Police Department's selection process consists of the following:
Initial Phase:
- Montana POST application
- Resume
Testing Phase:
National Police Officer Selection Test
Montana Physical Abilities Test (MPAT)
Oral Board Inte