POLICE OFFICER - CITY OF MCCOOK, NEBRASKA is accepting applications and resumes (both required) for Police Officers in accordance with McCook Civil Service Act. Written and oral exams will be administered for uncertified applicants. Certified applicants will participate in an oral exam. Applicants not Certified must be able to pass a TABE test, background investigation, psychological evaluation, and medical evaluation. A drug test will be required for applicants certified as eligible for hire by the McCook Civil Service Commission. Law enforcement experience is preferred but not required. Applicants must qualify for admission into the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center and become a certified law enforcement officer in the State of Nebraska within one year. Salary range: $26.27 - $36.19 per hour (dependent on qualifications). The McCook Police Department works a 42-hour work week with a three-day weekend every other week. Full benefit package including excellent health insurance and 13 paid holidays. To request an application packet, contact the Human Resource Coordinator at (308)345-2022 ext. 220. You may download an application and background information request form. Return completed forms along with your resume to: McCook City Office, 505 West C Street, McCook, NE 69001. EOE/AAE or email to apply@cityofmccook.com
Qualifications
Applicants must be able to pass a background investigation. Psychological evaluation and drug test required for applicants determined eligible for hire by the McCook Civil Service Commission. Law enforcement experience preferred, but not required. Special Requirements Uncertified candidate must become Nebraska-certified Law enforcement officer within one year.