New Job Police Officer In Mississippi

Post Date: September 1, 2023

Removal Date: October 23, 2023

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The key to a more sustainable society is the inclusion of equity, economic growth, and diversity, which are essential for achieving a quality of life through equity, economic development, and diversity. This requires progressive leadership, fiscal responsibility, and public safety.

POSITION: Police Officers

DEPARTMENT: Police Department

HOURS: 12 Hour Rotating Shifts

HOURLY RATE: $17.29 Per Hour (Starting Annual Salary is $37,761.36) non-Certified

$19.29 Per Hour (Starting Annual Salary is $42,129.36) Certified *Based on Experience

DUTIES: The work of a police officer involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and general enforcement of laws and ordinances.

Typically, duties consist of routine patrol, investigation, and traffic control. Working often involves personal danger, and the employee must be able to exercise independent judgment under stress. The duties are performed in cars or on foot. Supervision is received from superior officers who review work methods and results through accomplishments, personal inspection, and review of written reports covering activities and discussion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be eligible to work in the United States; and possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver’s license. Applicants must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

To qualify as a law enforcement officer and work, all non-certified applicants must meet the following requirements: 1.

1) Must be over twenty-one (21) years old, (under 21 years old), and eligible. 1) Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21), years old, and the age of completion of education.

3) Must have a high school diploma or obtain a general education development (GED), in which case a college diploma or certified transcript from an accredited institution will suffice. Technical Certificates are not accepted.

Must hold US citizenship. 3)

4) Meet the requirements set forth in the profession, as determined by a licensed physician, and possess the ability to perform the duties under the specified conditions, including, without ambiguity, being fit and healthy for the purpose for which they were deemed fit.

Applicants must also have a clean criminal history, including not having a conviction, plea of guilty, or plea of no contest, been fined for crimes committed in connection with the duties and responsibilities of a law enforcement officer, and been discharged from the Armed Forces under honorable conditions. Additionally, they must have been released from the military under a "proper" condition.

If someone meets the minimum employment requirements and meets the definition of a law enforcement officer above, they may be eligible to work as a law Enforcement officer and must finish the required training and certification process within one (1) year of being hired, including full-time training and part-time certification, and one (1) year after being hired if approved.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Applications may be submitted online at,

To apply for a job, please visit https://www.cityofmosspoint.org/jobs.aspx#?p=7032#?p = 7032 Office of Human Resources: (228) 475-0030 ext. 7032. More information available here.

The required documents must be submitted by October 24, 2023, and the filing deadline is November 30, 2023, or the filing deadline will be December 24, 2023.

Can you please provide us with the following documents to determine your eligibility for the written exam? The following are required to be provided to us: 1.

Seeking information on whether I can obtain an OPTIONAL Transcript with college transcripts or degrees. Please see the details below for more information. Please send me the Diploma or equivalent of HS.

A copy of the Social Security card or birth certificate, along with the driver's license and social security card, is included in the package.

Your current residential address and county, along with registration information for the county you live in.

If you are currently employed under an agency that is covered by the Civil Service, you must provide a copy of your CTC Written Test Score and/or your most recent check stub to verify your current employment status. This will also serve as evidence of your status for the agency.

We are seeking certification and any training or certifications that may be applicable to this position and would appreciate any qualified individuals who could assist with this.

Authorization to release information from the form (included)

Send documents via e-mail to [email protected] or via email to [email protected]. Moss Point City Hall, Attn: Office of Human Resources, 4320 McInnis Avenue, Moss Point, MS 39563. You can also drop by if you want to visit, or visit them in person at their location.

On October 28, 2023, the completion of the Physical Agility Test was marked, which yielded the results of a particular test................................................... by December 8, 2023.

Moss Point Police Department

4204 Bellview Street

Moss Point, MS 39563

Check-in at 7:45 a.m.

8:00 a.m.

Written Question papers for the written test, expected on October 28, 2023. Written Question papers will be provided.

City of Moss Point

City Hall (Boardroom)

4320 McInnis Avenue

Moss Point, Mississippi 39563

10:00 a.m.

Written Exam study guides are available for purchase online from Stanard and Associates to assist you in preparing for the exam. Please use the link to purchase and gain access to these study materials: https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/

The City of Moss Point is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, color, skin, age, religion, national origin, veteran, or disability status are not considered criteria for hiring. The City ofmoss Point will accommodate any reasonable accommodation request in the hiring process, as determined by Title II of the ADA.

Job Type: Full-time

Payroll: starting at US$37,763.16 per annum. Maximum pay: 50,000 per annum

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person