Police Officer
The City of Kearney is recruiting for the position of Police Officer.
Interested candidates must be 21 years of age, a U.S. citizen and have a high school diploma or GED, plus one year work experience involving public contact or equal college level coursework and a valid driver’s license with no Felony, Domestic Violence, or Serious Misdemeanor convictions. Must possess good moral character as determined by thorough background investigation and meet the Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification Standards. A 60 minute residency response time is required.
Both Non-Certified and Certified are encouraged to apply.
- Non-Certified $66,958 per year with 40 hours of sick and vacation available on first day.
- Certified Law Enforcement Officers, in good standing, with a written letter from current employer verifying standing, who meet all admission standards for the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center (NLETC) $66,958 - $93,434 DOQ with 40 hours of sick and vacation available on first day.
- $6,000 sign-on bonus with 2 years sworn law enforcement
Deadline is September 8, 2026. Application available at www.cityofkearney.org.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. EOE with Veteran’s preference.
