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Since 1983, Missouri Capitol Police has been the primary full-service law enforcement agency for the 72-acre state office building campus known as the Capitol Complex and state office buildings located in Cole County. Capitol Police provide service to over 15,000 state employees and numerous visitors throughout the year.

Our mission is to serve the seat of government by creating a protected environment in a manner that respects the rights of all persons. Perform general police duties, processes and operations for the safety of the people and security of the buildings through the enforcement of state laws. We serve a community that includes state legislators, elected officials, and state employees to ensure safe conditions exist for officials to fulfill their oath of office to all Missourians.

The Department of Public Safety is seeking a Capitol Police Officer who believes in providing quality service with honesty, high degree of integrity, strong work ethic and accountability to aid in achieving our mission. Our community policing philosophy is unique to the community we serve on a daily basis.

A great benefits package with paid time off, medical/vision/dental insurance, life insurance, and a retirement plan is included.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position Minimum Qualifications:

- Must possess a Missouri Class A or B Peace Officer License through the Missouri Department of Public Safety.
- Ability to maintain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
- Must possess a valid Missouri vehicle operator's license.
- Ability to pass an in-depth background investigation administered by the Missouri Capitol Police prior to appointment.
- Ability to pass a medical and visual examination with eyesight corrected to 20/40, pre-employment drug screen, and a psychological evaluation as prescribed by the Missouri Department of Public Safety after a conditional offer of appointment has been made.
- Physical ability to sit and stand for long periods of time and able to lift, carry, push, pull or drag up to 180 pounds occasionally;
- No objectionable tattoos and no tattoos visible while on duty (i.e. can be covered with a long sleeve shirt), or when representing the Missouri Capitol Police in an official capacity unless approved by the Chief of Police.
- Prior police experience preferred and include primary duties of responding to calls for service, conducting preliminary and/or follow-up investigations of crimes, and apprehending, detaining, and arresting suspects.

Position is subject to working a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays due to 24/7 departmental operations.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact: If you have questions about this position please contact:

DPS.HumanResources@dps.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

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Job Description:

- Provide protection persons and property within the Missouri Capitol Police jurisdiction.
- Patrol, detain, investigate complaints, and make arrests for violations of state laws. Issues citations and testifies in court cases.
- Prepare reports of state law and security regulation violations.
- Operate and monitor intrusion and fire alarm systems and respond as needed.
- Enforce parking regulations.
- Assist during fire evacuations and hazardous weather conditions.
- Assist during special events and assignments as required.
- Responds to radio dispatched calls for service according to the Standard Operating Policies (SOPs).
- Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes, interviews witnesses, collects and preserves evidence.
- Performs prolonged walking or standing while patrolling on foot. Operates police department vehicles and equipment to include mobile computer terminals. Participates in in-service training.

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