08/24/2026
The Jackson Police Department is looking for individuals to join our team who exemplify honor, integrity, and respect. We offer the Police Recruit Program that allows those who are not academy trained, licensed police officers to be sent to the police academy, at no cost to the police recruit-plus receive a salary and benefits as specified contractually**. After successfully graduating from the police academy, recruits then advance to the position of police officer and will receive a raise.
Incentives:
Starting salary $50,691
Increased starting salary with experience
12-hour shifts, off every other weekend
Accrued vacation time starting date of employment
Sick leave after 1 year of employment
5 emergency leave days
Yearly raises
Department paid health insurance
Affordable dental, vision and family insurance available
Vehicle readiness program
Tuition reimbursement for higher education
Department provided uniforms and equipment
Lagers retirement paid by the City
Career Opportunities:
Field Training Officer
Detective
K9
Special Response Team (SRT)
School Resource Officer
Evidence Technician
Fi****ms Instructor
** The contractual agreement requires the Jackson Police Department be reimbursed for training and other related costs in the event employment is voluntarily or involuntarily terminated for good cause prior to the expiration of a three-year period from the date of hire.
Candidates must be 21 years of age at the time of employment, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and be a U.S. citizen. Applicants will not be hired if they have any felony or serious misdemeanor convictions or convictions involving moral turpitude. Must be committed to the philosophy of community-oriented policing.
We are currently conducting a hiring process. To be considered for this process submit a resume, the City of Jackson job application in person or by mail to the Jackson Police Department 202 W Jackson Blvd, Jackson, MO 63755. Please have applications turned in by September 9th, 2026