Benefits Include:

• 11 vacation days

• 12 sick leave days

• 1 personal leave day

• 10 paid holidays

• retirement plan

• health/dental insurance

• life insurance

• disability insurance

• uniforms, equipment and weapons furnished

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Scottsbluff has a population of approximately 14,732 and is the largest city in the western panhandle of Nebraska.  It is the business and shopping center for a large region which is reflected in the number of vehicles and pedestrians which may be found within the business district on heavy shopping days.   In addition to desirable living conditions, fine schools and excellent shopping facilities, Scottsbluff is the home of Western Nebraska Community College, a two-year institution offering a major in Criminal Justice.  A Bachelor’s degree through a neighboring State College is also available on the local campus.

The Police Department in Scottsbluff is modern and progressive.  Continued emphasis on training and education of the personnel is stressed.  The department’s authorized strength is 32, including the Police Chief, 7 Lieutenants, 3 Sergeants, 18 Patrol Officers and 3 Detectives.  The department has just moved into its new headquarters at 2525 Circle Drive.

The Police Department is a public service organization.  The job of Patrol Officer involves responsibility for enforcement of laws and ordinances, prevention and detection of crime, and guarding the general welfare of the citizens of the City and its visitors.  A Patrol Officer maintains law and order by patrolling the City in a radio-equipped car, or on foot, as assigned by the shift supervisor.  The Police Department also has a voluntary bicycle patrol.  The job of Patrol Officer involves a certain amount of danger.  After training, a Patrol Officer is expected to make independent decisions in emergency situations and while under pressure.  Specific instructions and assistance are given a Patrol Officer by a superior officer when needed.  The work of the Patrol Officer is continually reviewed by supervisors.  The job offers an opportunity for a career in a vital public service occupation.  The work is seldom routine and offers great challenge.  All members participate in a continuing in-service training program and are provided opportunities to attend basic and advanced law enforcement schools.  Uncertified officers must successfully complete a 12 week basic training course at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center in Grand Island, Nebraska.