Job Description
GRAND ISLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
111 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, Nebraska 68801
308-385-5400
Job Information
Classification: Police Officer
The Grand Island Police Department is hiring Police Officers. Candidates must complete the National Testing Network (NTN) Frontline exam and PSSA, along with the department application. An in-person exam will also be hosted.
Salary Information:
$31.37-$44.35 per hour
Benefits Information:
Health Insurance:
Coverage provided through Blue Cross/Blue Shield for employees and dependents. Two options available:
High Deductible Plan (with HSA): $3,300/$5,800 deductible.
Traditional PPO Plan: $1,000/$2,000 deductible.
Semi-monthly premium rates vary based on plan and coverage.
Dental Insurance:
Delta Dental coverage available. Semi-monthly premiums:
Single: $4.65
Employee 2/4: $8.78
Family: $14.09
Vision Insurance:
EyeMed Vision coverage available, with monthly payroll deductions:
Single: $7.09
Employee/Spouse: $13.88
Employee/Children: $14.61
Family: $21.48
Life Insurance:
Coverage provided by Securian/Ochs for employee ($50,000), spouse ($10,000), and dependents ($5,000 each). Additional coverage available.
Retirement Plan:
Mandatory Union Bank Retirement Plan: 7% of gross earnings matched by the City, effective immediately, with a seven-year vesting schedule.
Deferred Compensation:
Five optional plans allowing pre-tax contributions up to $18,000 annually.
Long-Term Disability:
Provided by CIGNA, covering 60% of salary (up to $8,500/month) if disabled.
Cafeteria/125 Plan:
Optional plan for medical expenses, premiums, and dependent daycare.
VEBA Plan:
Post-employment medical expense plan funded by the City.
Leave Benefits:
Vacation:
90 hours in years 1-4
106 hours in years 5-9
134 hours in years 10-14
172 hours in years 15-19
188 hours in years 20-22
206 hours in years 23+
Vacation not available during the introductory period.
Holidays: Nine holidays and two shifts of personal leave.
Medical Leave: Eight hours per month, up to 1,887 hours maximum.
Certified Officer Hiring Incentives:
$5,000 certification credit upon hire for Nebraska-certified or out-of-state certified officers after completing Nebraska's Reciprocity Certification.
50 hours of comp time for certified officers upon hire.
Hiring Process:
Complete the application through the City of Grand Island.
Meet minimum requirements.
Pass the NTN exam.
Complete a background investigation.
Participate in in-person interviews, including a home visit and panel interview.
Upon conditional offer, complete:
Polygraph
Psychological evaluation
Physical fitness exam
Medical exam and drug screening
Disqualifiers:
Felony convictions
Domestic assault convictions
DUI convictions within the past five years
Marijuana or THC use within the past two years
Other illicit drug use within the past five years
Department Overview:
The Grand Island Police Department is a progressive agency that leverages technology and community policing initiatives to enhance safety and foster a positive work environment.
City Information:
Location: Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska
Population: 52,000 (city), 76,000 (MSA)
Job Requirements:
Age: Minimum 20
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required
Education: High school diploma or GED accepted; college graduates receive a pay step increase.
Driver's License: Valid state driver's license with eligibility to obtain a Nebraska license.
Language: Must read and speak English.
Vision: Correctable to 20/20
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans receive additional preference points during the hiring process.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 31.00 44.00 Per Hour
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Immediate start, Shift work,