Police Officer

Job overview

The Police Officer role is onsite in Saint Louis, MO, and is full-time and benefit-eligible. Starting salary is $69,596–$74,697 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. The officer serves the Richmond Heights community through the Richmond Heights Police Department. The role patrols the community and responds to law enforcement incidents, contributing to public safety and protective services. Applicants must be at least 21, hold a valid driver’s license, and possess or be completing the specified Missouri P.O.S.T. certification by June 30, 2026.

What you'll do

• Patrol the Richmond Heights community
• respond to law enforcement incidents
• perform related protective service work as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

police officer

full-time

saint louis mo

city of richmond heights

police department

community patrol

law enforcement

public safety

$69,596–$74,697/year

missouri post certification

paid time off

paid holidays

tuition reimbursement

pension program

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and employee health, dental, vision, life, disability, and pension programs.

Why this role

Requires Missouri Class A P.O.S.T. certification (640 hours) from an accredited Public Safety Academy, with applicants completing certification by June 30, 2026 also eligible to apply. The application process may include testing and interviews.

About the employer

City of Richmond Heights, MO is hiring for this role. Industry: Police Protection. Sector: 92.