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Sworn Police Officers

The Bellevue Police Department is always looking for qualified police officer candidates. The next opportunity for police candidate testing is in April, with an April 10th registration deadline. More information is available from Morrow and Associates, the executive recruiting firm which handles application and testing for the Bellevue Police Department.

For more information call Morrow and Associates at 402-330-1019 or email them at info@morrowhr.com. A flyer is also available at the link in the left column.

If you want:

• A chance to earn an excellent salary
• Full medical benefits for the entire family
• An opportunity to make an important contribution to your community
• A career which is based on service, integrity, and pride

The Bellevue Police Department invites you to apply to become a part of its professional organization. The department currently employs 86 sworn officers and 13 civilians.

Job opportunities within the department include:

• Uniformed Patrol
• Narcotics / Gang Enforcement
• Bicycle Patrol
• Criminal Investigations
• Youth Services / Child Crimes
• Community Policing Unit (COPPS)
• School Resource Officer
• Motorcycle Patrol
• S.W.A.T. Team
• K9 Handler
• D.A.R.E. / G.R.E.A.T. Programs

The Bellevue Police Department utilizes the latest in law enforcement equipment, and supports a continued training program that is on the cutting edge in the police profession.

Wages and Benefits

The officers of the Bellevue Police Department serve under a contract negotiated by the Bellevue Police Officers' Association (BPOA). Police Officer salaries currently range from $33,508 to $60,819 yearly. The starting pay is negotiable and based on previous law enforcement experience.

Other benefits include:

• Paid vacation
• Worked holidays paid at 2 1/2 times
• Sick leave
• Uniform allowance
• Furnished uniforms and equipment
• Education incentive
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Fitness incentives
• Promotions based on merit

Qualifications

Applicants should possess at least a high school diploma or GED and be at least 21 years old at the time of academy graduation. Applicants should have no felony or serious misdemeanor arrests, be physically fit, and be of good moral character. A college degree is preferred, but not mandatory. Military service is also given consideration. The Bellevue Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.

Testing Procedures

The Bellevue Police Department has contracted with a testing agency to allow candidates the opportunity to test with our department in one convenient process. Morrow & Associates coordinates your registration and administers both the written and physical agility exam. These are the first steps in starting a career with our department. After successfully completing these first two tests, you will be mailed an application and continue the testing process with the Bellevue Police Department. To register with Morrow & Associates, you can contact them at www.morrowhr.com, or by calling (402) 330-1019. You must register with Morrow & Associates in order to be considered eligible for hire. The exam process will be conducted several times per year.

For more information on career opportunities with the Bellevue Police Department, contact our training unit at:

Bellevue Police Department
2207 Washington Street
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-3106
Fax (402) 293-3090