Are you ready to make a real impact in a close-knit, vibrant community? The City of Chadron Police Department is seeking motivated, compassionate individuals to join our team and help ensure the safety and well-being of our citizens. Whether you're new to law enforcement or bringing experience from another agency, we welcome your application.
We provide our officers with modern equipment, comprehensive training, and strong support to succeed in this rewarding and challenging career.
Chadron, located in the scenic Pine Ridge region of Nebraska, offers an exceptional quality of life. With top-rated schools, Chadron State College, new healthcare facilities, diverse recreation opportunities, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere, it’s a great place to live and work. Enjoy easy access to outdoor adventures, nearby state parks, and just a short drive to the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Make a difference. Build a career. Find your community in Chadron. Apply today!
Entry level, experienced and out of state applicants are all encouraged to apply. Questions? Give Chief Hickstein a call, he'd love the opportunity to visit with you. (308)432-0510.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will be an individual with integrity, committed to public service; with a High School Diploma or equivalent, minimum age 21 years, excellent physical condition, valid driver's license, and be of good moral character with no felony conviction. Pre-employment drug test, polygraph, physical standards test and psychological test are required if you receive a conditional offer of employment. Nebraska Certified Officer is preferred but is not required.
Special Requirements Officers certified in Nebraska will be granted a lateral entry upon completion of Field Training Officer (FTO) program. Candidates certified in other states will be granted lateral entry upon successful completion of Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center’s requirements for reciprocity certification and FTO. Bonus pay and paid leave options would apply as hiring incentives. Please contact us for more information. Miscellaneous Information Application information packets may be requested from Autumn Calkins, Secretary of the Civil Service Commission, P.O. Box 390, Chadron, NE 69337; Phone (308)432-0505; Email personnel@chadron-nebraska.com
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