WHY CHOOSE RAPID CITY P.D?
The Rapid City Police Department is built on a strong foundation of community, service, and integrity that influences our daily actions. With a variety of career path options we are a great choice for those looking to grow in their Lawn Enforcement. Our officers enjoy amazing benefits and unparalleled community support.
Salary &
Benefits
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- Entry level Officers start at $30.17/ hour
- Certified Reciprocity Officers start at $30.93/hour
- Student Loan Reimbursement- $250 per month
- Uniforms and Equipment provided
- Quarterly Wellness days
- Free gym membership
- Retirement plan provided through the South Dakota Retirement System. City matches 8% of the employee’s pre-tax wages.
- Supplemental retirement plan available
- Patrol officers enjoy a 4 day (10 hour shift) work week. Officers work a 40-hour week, and are paid overtime for work outside their normal shift.
- Health insurance provided for the employee at a low cost. The City pays a portion of the premium for family coverage.
- Flexible spending plans for health and dependent care
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- 40 hour vacation/ sick bank upon hire
- Sabbatical leave program
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Sick leave
- Paid leave of 2 weeks per year. This jumps to 3 weeks of paid leave per year when the employee reaches 4 years of service.
COMMITTED TO QUALITY
The Rapid City Police Department is one of the most progressive law enforcement agencies in the region and the only internationally accredited police department in South Dakota. The RCPD is comprised of three divisions with diverse operations staffed by nearly 165 uniformed and non-uniformed staff. These operations include field services, criminal investigations and support services. RCPD offers a variety of services, and are especially proud of our proactive programs to keep our community safe, such as the School Liaison Program and our civilian traffic investigators. We also see ourselves as a leader in quality training throughout the region, with outstanding recruit training and Police Training Officer programs to cultivate committed, courteous officers for our department.
COMMITTED TO QUALITY
The Rapid City Police Department is one of the most progressive law enforcement agencies in the region and the only internationally accredited police department in South Dakota. The RCPD is comprised of three divisions with diverse operations staffed by nearly 165 uniformed and non-uniformed staff. These operations include field services, criminal investigations and support services. RCPD offers a variety of services, and are especially proud of our proactive programs to keep our community safe, such as the School Liaison Program and our civilian traffic investigators. We also see ourselves as a leader in quality training throughout the region, with outstanding recruit training and Police Training Officer programs to cultivate committed, courteous officers for our department.
HONORING SERVICE
HONORING SERVICE
LIVE. WORK. GROW.
LIVE. WORK. GROW.
MITAKUYE OYASIN
We Are ALL related
We work hand-in-hand with residents, fostering trust, open communication, and mutual respect. Our officers are visible, accessible, and actively engaged in neighborhoods, events, and community initiatives. With strong community partnerships, we tackle public safety concerns together. We are continually working to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the people we serve. Together, we create a safer Rapid City.
MITAKUYE OYASIN
We Are ALL related
We work hand-in-hand with residents, fostering trust, open communication, and mutual respect. Our officers are visible, accessible, and actively engaged in neighborhoods, events, and community initiatives. With strong community partnerships, we tackle public safety concerns together. We are continually working to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the people we serve. Together, we create a safer Rapid City.