Police Patrol Officer

POLICE PATROL OFFICER NEXT TESTING DATE: November 5, 2026 LOCATION: RICHLAND COUNTY LAW and JUSTICE CENTER 300 12TH AVE. NW SIDNEY, MONTANA 59270 Prior law enforcement experience? LATERAL ENTRY STARTS AT $36.02/hr ($74,921.60 annually) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Are you the kind of person who loves to help others and would jump at the opportunity to help make their community a better place to live and work? {=html} - Are you the kind of person who thrives working as a member of a team to overcome challenges and solve problems? {=html} - Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your skills and embark on a rewarding career? Then YOU just might be who we are looking for... ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Sidney Police Department is now accepting applications and resumes for the position of PATROL OFFICER. Applications will be continually reviewed and applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited for testing. Exceptional applicants may be contacted for immediate testing and interviews. Entry-level or lateral transfer candidates are welcome. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Why the Sidney Police Department? The Sidney Police Department is a modern, full-service law enforcement agency whose core values are INTEGRITY, SERVICE, RESPECT, COMMUNITY and FAMILY. These are not just words on our website...they are our guiding principles, and everything we do is framed with those values in mind. We believe in SERVANT LEADERSHIP and the concept that service to others is the noblest of endeavors. I deal applicants must have a desire to serve and personal values that align with our own. They also must have outstanding written and verbal communication skills, the ability to react quickly and effectively to stressful situations, excellent personal character, and a desire to learn. Our mission is simple...to enhance the overall quality of life in our community, and we do it by partnering with the community to protect life, property, and the Constitutional rights of all people. To achieve that mission we hold our officers to the highest professional and personal standards, and are dedicated to ensuring our officers are provided with the best training, equipment, and support possible, and encourage professional growth at every opportunity. While we are a small department, with an authorized strength of 13 sworn officers, we can do big things. Sidney is primarily an agricultural community of approximately 6,500 people located in eastern Montana near the North Dakota border. We are located in the heart of the Yellowstone Valley along the Yellowstone River. Our community is at the periphery of the Bakken oil shale exploration effort. The increase in oil production over the past decade and the associated service industry have brought dramatic changes to the Sidney, Richland County area. BENEFITS: Wage: $32.67 - $36.02 DOE Starting (Non-POST Certified) $32.67 1-2 years $34.30 3-5 years $36.02 Shift differential pay: $1.00/hr, $1.50/hr, or $2.00/hr depending on the shift. Incentive Pay: Education (per mo.) Associate $50.00 Bachelor $100.00 Master's $150.00 POST Certificate (per mo.) Intermediate $50.00 Advanced $100.00 Supervisory $125.00 Specialty Assignment Pay Longevity Pay Vacation accrued at 10 hours per month Sick leave accrued at 8 hours per month Holiday pay Medical insurance Municipal Police Officer Retirement System All uniforms and duty gear are provided SELECTION PROCESS: The Sidney Police Department's selection process consists of the following: Initial Phase: - Montana POST application - Resume Testing Phase: - National Police Officer Selection est - Montana Physical Abilities Test (MPAT) - Oral Board Interview Next Phase: - For additional information on the remaining phases of our selection process check out our website at Applicants invited for testing must complete the Na