Police Officer - Sioux Falls, SD

Police Officer - Sioux Falls, SD | City of Sioux Falls

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The Sioux Falls Police Department is currently accepting applications for pursuit of its Monday, May 18th, 2026 recruit class.

Starting wage : $34.63 hourly ($72,030.40 annual)

Sign on bonus : $5,000.00

Shift differential : $2.00 per hour

No residency requirement

No state income tax (in South Dakota)

Why SFPD?

• Robust Health and Wellness Benefits - includes therapy dog, wellness specialist, peer support group, employee assistance program, three fitness centers, and mentorship during first month of employment.
• Career Development Opportunities - 20+ specialty divisions including SWAT / Bomb Squad, School & Community Resource Officers, Detective's Bureau, Police Service Dog Unit (K-9), Training Division, and more.
• Rank-based promotional opportunities, such as Sergeant, starting after 4-years of continuous service.
• Community-Oriented Policing - strong support from community and local government, plus engagement initiatives (Hydrant Parties, Coffee / Shop / Cast with a Cop, Public Service Trunk-or-Treat, Law Enforcement Torch Run, and more).
• Paid Training Experience - nine months of training with subject matter experts, including eight weeks of in-service training, 13 weeks at the state academy, and 15 weeks on the street with Police Training Officers.
• Public Safety Campus - a $55 million state-of-the-art training hub with EVOC on-site, VR simulator, mat room, classrooms, indoor gun range, fitness center, and tactical structures.
• Work / Life Balance - annual shift-bid to set weekly work dates / hours, plus generous vacation, sick leave, and personal days.

Job responsibilities and qualifications are not explicitly listed in the provided text. The description includes a recruitment notice and benefits rather than detailed role duties or required standards.

Additional information

Eligible candidates may refer to the application process details and timelines if selected for an interview phase.

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