Why Cape Girardeau is a Great City for Patrolman Jake Carter
Channel: City of Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Date: 2022-06-23

Patrolman Jake Carter is a 7 ½ year veteran of our Department. Listen to his “why” in the posted video! YOU can also become a member of our Department, in a supportive community, where YOU are empowered to make a difference, too! 

The Cape Girardeau Police Department is hiring for Police Officers, and there’s never been a better time to join our team! Recently, Cape Girardeau’s Mayor and Council passed a new pay plan that brings our starting pay to a more competitive rate. 

Benefits include:
 +$6000 hiring incentive for POST-certified candidates 
 +Police Vehicle Readiness Program 
 +State-of-the-art equipment, technology, and software provided
 +Specialized, ongoing training opportunities
 +12 hour shifts
 +Tuition reimbursement
 +Paid Employee Insurance: Health, Dental, and Life
 +Paid Vacation and Sick Leave & Personal Days
 +Paid Retirement Fund
 +more! 

Diverse assignments including:
 +Investigations
 +Field Training Officers
 +Evidence Technicians
 +K9
 +Special Response Team 
 + more!

Police Officer applicants do not have to be POST-certified to apply. For more information or to submit an application, visit cityofcape.org/jobs to learn more about other openings within the City of Cape Girardeau!