Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

Employees are paid monthly on the final day of the month. Below are the starting rates for each position.

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.  

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 - Animal Control Officer

Job Description - Police Service Aide

RCPD 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 LeBlanc, Human Resources Specialist