Patrol Officer- Full TIme

Department: Police

Starting Pay: $26.91 - $36.06 (depending on years of service)

Application Deadline: 4:15pm, Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Job Description: https://www.gering.org/careers

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States will be hired and all employees are required to complete a verification form.

The City of Gering will be conducting Civil Service Examinations to hire one full-time Police Patrol Officer. We are seeking individuals with integrity, who are committed to hard work, public service, and an effort to promote individual identity while being part of a team. Job requirements: High School graduate or G.E.D., at least 21 years of age, able to pass physical testing as required by NLETC, written exam, oral interview, extensive background check and psychological examination. Officers certified in Nebraska will be granted lateral entry upon completion of FTO program and may be exempted from PT testing during hiring process. Candidates certified in other states will be granted lateral entry upon successful completion of NLETC’s requirements for reciprocity certification and FTO. Our staff enjoys a competitive wage and benefit package with base starting hourly wage of $26.91 for entry level officers and up to $36.06 for lateral entry.

Application packets are available online at https://www.gering.org/careers or at City Hall.

Please submit a completed application, including resume and cover letter,

by email, mail, or in person.

Gering Police Department

1025 P Street / P.O. Box 687

Gering, NE 69341

Phone: 308-436-6848

[email protected]