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Salary: $34.63 - $49.15 Hourly
Location : City of Sioux Falls, SD
Job Type: Police FOP
Job Number: 202600001
Department: Police
Opening Date: 01/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Max Number of Applicants: 1000
Job Summary
Are you seeking a career that combines purpose, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference in your community? One where you serve, protect, and promote the quality of life in Sioux Falls? If so, the role of a Police Officer with the Sioux Falls Police Department may be the perfect fit for you!!
DAY 1 WAGE: $34.63 hourly ($72,030.40 annual)
SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000.00
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: $2.00 per hour
BILINGUAL PAY: $1,755.00 annually, $33.75 weekly -see minimum qualifications
Why SFPD?

1. Robust Health and Wellness Benefits -You will have access to our therapy dog "Leo", peer support group, employee assistance program, three fitness centers, and mentorship that will be assigned to you during your first month of employment. At the SFPD, we care about you!!
2. Career Development Opportunities -The SFPD offers 20+ specialty divisions/units including, but not limited to: SWAT/Bomb Squad, School & Community Resource Officers, Detective's Bureau, Police Service Dog Unit (K-9), Training Division, and many more!!

• Candidates may seek out our clear path to rank-based promotional opportunities, such as Sergeant, once you've completed a minimum of four years of service in the Police Department. (FOP Article 30, Section 3)

1. Community-Oriented Policing - SFPD Police Officers can expect unmatched support from the community and its local government.

• In addition, the agency spearheads community-orientated policing through engagement such as Hydrant Parties, Coffee/Shop/Cast with a Cop, the Public Service Trunk-or-Treat, the Law Enforcement Torch Run, and so on.

1. Paid Training Experience - We will serve you with nine months of training with our subject matter experts within the training division!! You will work through eight total weeks of in-service training, 13 weeks at the LET state academy, and 15 weeks on the street, with our PTOs.

1. Public Safety Campus - Our $55 million state-of-the-art training hub offers you unmatched capabilities including, but not limited to, an on-site EVOC course, VR simulator (and) mat room, indoor/outdoor classrooms, indoor gun range, a fitness center, and tactical structures for police and fire rescue.

• Want to learn more about the PSC? CLICK HERE!!

1. Work/Life Balance - An annual shift-bid enables sworn personnel to set weekly work dates and hours for each calendar year, in addition to generous vacation time, sick leave, and personal days. Most schedules are four (4) 10-hour shifts consecutive, with 3 days off week-to-week.

The Sioux Falls Police Department is currently accepting applications, and is interviewing/testing candidates for its October 26th, 2026, recruitment class.
The 13-week SD LET academy, for the October 26th, 2026 recruit class will take place in Sioux Falls, SD, at the Public Safety Campus, beginning on November 16th, 2026!!
In 2025-26, SFPD applicants that are hired average 2-3 months from application to final offer.
No residency requirement
No state income tax (in South Dakota)
Interested in a one-stop-shop of online resources for the department?

• Email us at hrrecruiter@siouxfalls.gov to reach Ethan Beck, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, to be sent a link!!

Job Responsibilities
1. Perform assigned police duties such as investigating traffic accidents, responding to emergency situations, and conducting public education programs.
2. Patrol designated areas of the city; answer calls in emergency and nonemergency situations; and initiate action on matters coming to the attention of the officer, including preparing citations.
3. Compile information; prepare and complete reports.
4. Conduct investigations, including gathering and preserving evidence, obtaining statements, and making arrests.
5. Investigate accidents; administer first aid or other aid when necessary.
6. Serve criminal process, including warrants and subpoenas; testify as a court witness.
7. Perform other such duties and functions as are necessary or incidental to the proper performance of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours of college credits from an accredited institution; or two years of certified law enforcement experience; or two years of military experience; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
The Sioux Falls Police Department recognizes that not all applicants have post certified law enforcement experience, education credits, conferred degree, or military experience. The Sioux Falls Police Department also desires applicants that currently serve in a position of responsibility, have a stable work history, a clean criminal history, and an interest in serving and protecting the community. The Department will consider applicants who possess these collective qualities and experience when determining an applicant's suitability for employment.
Must be eligible for certification under the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission.
Must be a United States citizen.
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age at the time of interview, and no greater than 44 years of age at the time of interview.
Has not unlawfully used any prescribed drug, controlled substance, or marijuana within one year before the time of application for certification.
Must have no convictions of any crime by any state or federal government punishable by imprisonment in a federal or state penitentiary.
Must possess or be able to obtain prior to hire a valid driver's license.
Must have vision correctable to at least 20/40 in each eye. Must recognize and distinguish among the colors of traffic control signals and devices showing standard red, green, and amber.
Must have hearing in which able to hear forced whispered voice in the better ear at not less than 5 feet with or without the use of a hearing aid, or does not have an average hearing loss in the better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500, 1,000, and 2,000 Hz with or without a hearing aid.
Applicant must pass all phases of the hiring process designated by the Rules of Civil Service Board.
BILINGUAL PAY - 2026-27 FOP Contract, Article 34, Section 9
Any officer demonstrating proficiency to interpret conversations in Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Slavic languages, American Sign Language, Vietnamese, Farsi and any other language as determined at the Chief's discretion, shall be eligible to receive an annual amount of $1755.00 prorated in weekly installments of $33.75. In order to receive such compensation, the officer must pass an examination as prescribed by the department and must agree to provide interpretation services while on duty to the extent this is practical given the officer's assignment and workload, and as approved or directed by their supervisor.
Supplemental Information

• Ability to rapidly acquire working knowledge of modern approved principles, practices, and procedures of police work.
• Knowledge of state laws and City ordinances.
• Ability to deal with individuals under stressful conditions, including those involving physical violence.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms, first aid, emergency vehicle operation, and other police-related activities.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to deal courteously but firmly with the public.
• Ability to deal with those requesting or requiring police services in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Ability to comply with orders, policies, and regulations governing the activities of the Police Department.
• Must meet preemployment medical requirements.
• Applicant must pass drug screening requirements and display proper character and personality traits for law enforcement work as determined by psychological testing and background checks.
• Maintain physical condition necessary to perform official duties and day-to-day operations and to operate job-related equipment.

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

• No State income tax!
• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Public Safety employees are considered Class B members of SDRS and they contribute 8% of their salary (pre-tax) which is matched by the City. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 3 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.
• The City of Sioux Falls is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

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Explanation of Procedure and Supplemental QuestionsThis is a continuation of the screening process that the Sioux Falls Police Department uses to determine suitability of an applicant for employment as a Sioux Falls Police Officer. The primary purpose of these supplemental questions is to learn more information about you and your background to help determine your suitability for employment as an officer with this department. It is necessary that you provide full cooperation in this process and that all questions be answered honestly and completely. Whether or not you are accepted for employment by this department, you may be assured that all information received from you will be held in strict confidence and will not be released to anyone outside this organization without your written authorization. The supplemental questions must be typewritten. You are responsible for personally completing the supplemental questions. If space provided is not sufficient for complete answers or you wish to furnish additional information, include an additional document with the questions and number answers to correspond with questions. By answering yes to this question: I understand that a thorough background investigation may be conducted to verify the truthfulness and completeness of the information furnished by me throughout this process. I certify that there will be no misrepresentations, omissions, or falsifications in the information provided by me during this process and that all statements and answers will be true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge. I further understand and agree that providing any false information or misrepresentation of facts by me during this process will eliminate me from consideration for employment by the Sioux Falls Police Department, or result in my immediate discharge from employment if discovered after I have been hired.

• Yes
• No

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MINIMUM STANDARDSBelow are the minimum standards for employment. The minimum standards can also be found on the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation webpage. 2:01:02:01. Minimum standards for employment. A person may be employed or certified as a law enforcement officer only if the person meets the following requirements: 1. Is a citizen of the United States;2. Is at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment; 3. Has fingerprints taken by a qualified law enforcement officer; 4. Is of good moral character; 5. Is a graduate of an accredited high school or has a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the commission; 6. Is examined and certified, on forms prescribed by the commission, by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner to be able to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer; 7. Is interviewed in-person by the hiring agency or its designated representative before employment. The interview must include questions to determine the person's general suitability for law enforcement service, appearance, personality, temperament, ability to communicate, and other characteristics reasonably necessary to the performance of the duties of a law enforcement officer; 8. Has undergone a background investigation by the hiring agency that includes an inquiry into the person's driving history, criminal history, previous employment, personal references, credit reports, social media accounts, and law enforcement training records; 9. Takes the oath of office as required by SDCL 9-14-7 or 3-1-5. The oath may be taken before the nearest available judge of a court of record; 10. Has not unlawfully used any prescribed drug, controlled substance, or marijuana within one year before the time of application for certification; 11. Is eligible to reapply for certification, if the person has for any reason failed to successfully complete the basic law enforcement training program; and 12. Has not had certification revoked, suspended, consented to decertification, had an application for certification refused, committed an act in violation of chapter 2:01:11, or been dismissed from a basic training program as a result of an act in violation of any basic academy handbook, unless the commission upon application declares the person eligible for employment or certification.2:01:02:02. Felons to be rejected -- Misdemeanants to be reviewed. No person may be employed or certified if that person has pled guilty or no contest to, or been