Police Department Professional Staff

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From 911 dispatchers and public service officers to animal control officers, we have 50+ full-time professional staff who are vital to the everyday functions of the Lenexa Police Department. Whether you have an interest or background in criminal justice or are eager to work for a police department, we value all employees and provide the same level of training and opportunities for sworn and non-sworn positions.


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Professional positions within the Lenexa Police Department

Animal Control Officer

Animal Control Officers (ACO) are involved in protecting persons and property from stray, wild, and dangerous animals by responding to calls for service, securing animals, enforcing ordinances, and resolving issues involving violations and complaints.

Salary:

Animal Control Officer I: $43,717 - $58,752

Animal Control Officer II: $45,329 - $60,917

Animal Control Officer III: $49,212 - $66,137

Crime Analyst

Crime Analysts collect, categorize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data pertaining to past and current criminal activity; prepare and disseminate reports using various illustrative and statistical methods; and make recommendations pertaining to existing and anticipated criminal activity to the Police Department Command Staff, the Patrol and Investigations Divisions, the City’s Management Team and Governing Body, and external agencies as appropriate.

Salary:

Crime Analyst I: $62,951 - $84,602

Crime Analyst II: $68,487 - $92,041

Crime Analyst III: $74,602 - $100,258

Dispatcher

Dispatchers answer calls for service and dispatch police officers to locations where assistance is needed based on the priority of the call and availability of field unit resources.

Salary:

Dispatcher I: $53,321 - $71,658

Dispatcher II: $57,908 - $77,825

Dispatcher III: $62,951 - $84,602

Police Equipment Technician

This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all department weapons as well as the operation of ammunition reloading equipment. Additional responsibilities include maintaining and controlling inventory, ordering, receiving and maintaining supplies and equipment for Police Department personnel.

Salary: $43,717 - $58,752

Police Integrated Services Technician

This position requires general to advanced work in the installation, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of City-owned electrical, electronic, electromechanical, mechanical equipment and fixtures, with specialized focus on video security systems and access control networks. The position is responsible for tasks relating to Desktop support, IP hardware installation, Radio system programming, the maintenance of physical plant and facilities operated by the Police Department.

Salary:

Police Integrated Services Technician I: $53,321 - $71,658

Police Integrated Services Technician II: $57,908 - $77,825

Police Integrated Services Technician III: $62,951 - $84,602

Police Integrated Services Supervisor: $74,602 - $100,258

Police Integrated Services Manager: $92,924 - $124,883

Police Investigative Specialist

This position supports the police investigation function by assisting in or conducting investigative activities that do not require a commissioned officer or detective.

As directed by their supervisor or designee, employees in this position will collect evidence; process crime scenes; investigate minor crimes; support criminal and special investigations, crime prevention and the apprehension and prosecution of suspects.

Salary: $62,951 - $84,602

Public Service Officer

Public Service Officers (PSO) serve as the first line of contact between the police department and citizens who come to the front lobby of our station, or who contact the department via telephone or email, seeking police–related information and/or services.PSO also serve as the primary handler and custodian of many department records and are responsible for data entry, data storage, the dissemination of information, and the fulfillment of records requests.

Salary:

Public Service Officer I: $49,212 - $66,137

Public Service Officer II: $53,321 - $71,658

Public Service Officer III: $57,908 - $77,825

Public Service Officer Supervisor: $74,602 - $100,258


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