Police Officer
City of Henderson is accepting applications for position of Police Officer until the position is filled.
Certification and a minimum of two years of experience desirable.
Responsibilites:
- Fulfills court orders issuing and executing warrants
- Responds to calls and solve complaints and apprehend suspects as needed
- Help in minimizing injury and harm to victims by operating in a first responder role
- Conducts investigations, apprehends suspects and aids in their prosecution by working with the district attorney’s office
- Helps maintain law and order by ensuring citizens adhere to local, state and federal laws and statutes
- If needed, direct traffic and issue citations related to traffic violations
Skills:
- Understanding of local, state and federal laws
- Ability to work in difficult and high-pressure situations
- Ability to communicate with people from all walks of life
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and poised in challenging situations
- Good interpersonal skills
Henderson is located in York County in south central Nebraska. The city is 3 miles from interstate I-80 and roughly 10 miles from Highways 81, 14 and 6. Henderson is 40 miles from Grand Island and 60 miles from Lincoln. With quick access to other towns and cities the possibilities are endless.
The City of Henderson NE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.