Open Positions
General Application
Salary Range Varies
Click the link below to go to our jobs center in ADP. There you will find any current openings and hiring processes. If there are not currently any positions open, please fill out a general application.
*General Applications will be saved for the appropriate hiring process.
- How to Join RCPD
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If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can serve our community, the Riley County Police Department is the place for you.To apply, click here to go to our career center. In the career center, you will find current openings. We are always accepting applications. If you would like to submit an application prior to a position being open, please fill out the "general application" through the link above and state what position you are interested in. Once a position opens, your application will be included and you will be personally notified.
If you would like to speak with a recruiter to learn more about RCPD before applying, please fill out this form and a recruiter will contact you.
- Pay Schedule
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Employees are paid monthly on the final day of the month. Below are the starting rates for each position.
Police Officer $4,227.04/month Corrections Officer $3,499.94/month Dispatch I $3,297.32/month Dispatch II $3,674.94/month Eligible non-sworn employees may also receive:
- Training Officer Pay: $75/month
- Shift Differential Pay: $52
- Education Pay for a Bachelor’s Degree or higher: $200/month
- Longevity Pay after 5 completed years of service: $40-$200/month
Eligible sworn employees may also receive:
- Education Pay for a Bachelor’s Degree or higher: $200/month
- Clothing Allowance: $35-$100/month
- Hazard Pay:$75/month
- PTO Pay:$75/month
- Shift Differential Pay: $52
- On-call Pay
You can learn more about budget and finance here.
- Position Descriptions
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Due to normal attrition, the Riley County Police Department recruits the following positions on a regular basis. To obtain more information about the minimum requirements, typical duties, essential functions, skills, knowledge, and physical demands for these positions, please refer to the job descriptions listed below:
Job Description - Police Officer
Job Description - Dispatcher
Job Description - Correction Officer
Job Description - Police Service AideRCPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
As other positions within the Department become open, relevant job descriptions will be posted. If you have questions please contact:
Nicole Douthit, Human Resources Specialist
(785) 537-2112 x2348ndouthit@rileycountypolice.org - Volunteer Opportunities: VIPS
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The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) is looking to recruit volunteers to supplement our workforce and improve overall efficiency of the Department. RCPD Volunteers in Police Service (V.I.P.S) will perform administrative/clerical, maintenance, janitorial, language interpretation, and photography/videographer services, and other duties as the need arises. The V.I.P.S Program focuses on administrative support for the Department.
Qualification
- Graduate of RCPD Citizens' Police Academy
- 21 years of age or older
- Legal resident of the United States
- Possess diploma, General Educational Development Test (GED), or experience equivalent
- Volunteer a minimum of 16 hours per month
- Physically and mentally able to perform required duties
- Willingness to participate in training and skill enhancements as needed
Application
Applications can be picked up at the Riley County Police Department or click the link at the top of this page to complete a electronic PDF application. Electronic applications can be emailed to contact personnel listed below.
- Employment Benefits
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A career at the Riley County Police Department is beneficial in many ways. You earn a sense of pride serving our community while also earning financial, health, and other benefits. We pay our employees a competitive salary and pride ourselves on providing benefits that work for our employees. Click here for detailed benefit information.
- Career Development
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There are many ways to make a difference at the Riley County Police Department. It's important to us that you grow professionally. That is why we provide many ways for you to grow here with us. Join our team and find your niche today. Click here to explore career development opportunities at the Riley County Police Department.
- Lateral Officers
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Prior experience and certified training may be an added benefit when joining the Riley County Police Department. We accept lateral officers and recognize peace officer training completed in the state of Kansas. For officers certified in another state, reciprocity training is required through the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center. The Director may authorize successful candidates with verifiable applicable prior experience be hired at a higher rate of pay than entry-level candidates.
The Riley County Police Department reserves the right to review credentials and make individual decisions on how the department will recognize them.
- Facial Hair
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In early 2020, the Riley County Police Department changed its grooming policy to allow for well-kept facial hair for all employees, sworn and non-sworn. Facial hair must be neatly trimmed and abide by guidelines set in policy.
- Tattoos
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Employees are allowed to show acceptable tattoos while at work. Tattoos, body art, or brandings deemed acceptable may be worn uncovered or visible upon the arms and legs of the employee’s body while such employee is on duty.
- Uniforms
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In early 2021 the Riley County Police Department transitioned sworn officers to navy blue uniforms. The new uniforms are made of a more durable material with multi-seasonal technology to accommodate long patrol hours in both the hot summer and brisk winter.
Our officers are out in the community every day rain or shine. Proper uniforms ensure we help to protect them from the elements while they are protecting the people we serve. The navy uniforms are made of material that will perform better, and show less dirt, grime, wear and tear.
Corrections Officers wear a standard-issue light brown blouse and dark brown pants. Corrections Officers may choose to wear a short or long sleeve (polyester) shirt or the short or long sleeve (cotton, BDU style) shirt at their discretion.
Dispatchers do not have a set uniform but instead follow a business casual dress code. Civilian department members maintain an appearance which is appropriate and functional for their specific job tasks.
- Physical Fitness Requirements
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The Riley County Police Department Physical Abilities Test (RCAT) is a hybrid physical ability/ job task analysis course designed to evaluate police officer and correction officer personnel and candidates on the essential physical capacities required to successfully perform their duties.
The RCAT was designed to replicate critical and essential physical tasks and demands faced by Riley County Law Enforcement Officers and Corrections Officers in the performance of their duties. Both specific tasks and overall physical demands are replicated through the use of a carefully designed, timed, and validated obstacle course.