Join the Raymore Police Department and discover an opportunity to find your true potential.

Whether you're just starting out or already established in your career, you'll do work that makes a difference and be supported by people who see your value.

Here are a few reasons the Raymore Police Department is a top choice:
  • $5,000 recruitment bonus for POST certified officers ($2,500 at six months, $2,500 at 1 year)
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training and POST Certification
  • Investment in your future development with continuing training
  • Specialized units & tools
  • Focus on community outreach
  • Well-respected law enforcement partner within the KC metro area
  • Excellent benefits, including 100% paid LAGERS L6 retirement
  • All uniforms & equipment provided
  • Exceptional working environment
Raymore is a vibrant, growing community of 26,000+residents. The City develops and delivers programs, policies and services that enhance the lives of our citizens, employees and visitors.
The police department consists of 40 sworn officers and 15 civilian employees. The City of Raymore employs approximately 106 full time staff.
As a Raymore police officer, you'll make a positive impact in the community by cultivating relationships with those we serve and demonstrating leadership with honesty and integrity. 
Continuing training is exceptionally important in order to best serve our citizens, so you'll have opportunities for growth and development!
The City of Raymore offers a comprehensive benefits program for full time employees and their dependents.

LAGERS L6 Retirement (100% paid by City)

Life Insurance (100% paid by City with option to add-on)

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)  (100% paid by City with option to add on)

Medical -Blue Cross & Blue Shield

Dental & Vision - Renaissance (100% employee premiums paid by City)

Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% paid by City)

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) - paid by City

Voluntary Life (employee, spouse, child) and AD&D insurance available.

Voluntary Short Term Disability, Critical Care with Cancer Protection, Accident and Hospital Admission benefits available.

407 (b) VOYA retirement contributions optional

Starting rate for Police Officer  $27.42/hr with annual salary of $59,885 
Schedule   12 hour shifts: 7 a.m.-7 p.m., 2 p.m.-2 a.m., 7 p.m.-7 a.m.
Three days off every other weekend
Holidays 11 paid holidays per year + 1 floating personal holiday
Vacation
  • 1-4 years- 80 hours
  • 5-9 years- 120 hours
  • 10-14 years- 140 hours
  • 15-19 years- 160 hours
  • 20+ years- 200 hours
Accrual of 8 hours of sick leave per month
The City of Raymore also offers a Tuition Reimbursement Program and Military Leave Accommodations
  • Investigations
  • Bike Patrol
  • Drone Unit
  • Mobile Command Unit
  • License Plate Reader (LPR)
  • Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)
  • Accident Reconstructionist
  • School Resource Officer (SRO)
  • Field Training Officer (FTO)
  • Community Outreach Officer

Raymore Police Officers are exposed to training throughout their careers in multiple areas, including significant training in de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention, racial profiling and diversity and inclusion.

We are always looking for cooperation from the public in any situation and do not condone excessive force.

NO CHOKEHOLDS

Raymore police officers do not use chokeholds or lateral vascular neck restraint (LVNR).

DE-ESCALATION

Raymore police officers train significantly on de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention throughout their careers in Raymore. Chapter 41: Crisis Intervention

NO SHOOTING AT MOVING VEHICLES

Raymore officers are prohibited from shooting at moving or fleeing vehicles. Chapter 24: Response to Resistance, Section 24.07- Discharging Firearms at Moving Vehicles

RESPONSE TO RESISTANCE

Raymore officers are only allowed to use a level of force reasonable and necessary to accomplish their lawful objectives. We are always looking for cooperation from the public in any situation and do not condone excessive use of force. Chapter 24: Response to Resistance

COMPREHENSIVE REPORTING

Raymore officers complete a detailed report any time force is used. The report is forwarded through the chain of command to the chief of police for review and determination whether the amount of force was warranted and appropriate. Chapter 24: Response to Resistance, Section 24.25- Response to Resistance Reports 

DUTY TO INTERVENE

Members of the Raymore Police Department are required to intervene and report inappropriate behavior of another member of the department disregarding the important principles of the rules of conduct and performance of duties. Chapter 7: Rules of Conduct

REQUIRE TO EXHAUST ALL ALTERNATIVES BEFORE SHOOTING

Raymore officers are only authorized to discharge their firearms to protect themselves or another person from imminent death or serious bodily injury, or to kill a dangerous animal or an animal so badly injured that humanity requires its removal from suffering. Officers will not fire their weapons under conditions that would risk bystanders or hostages to injury or death except to preserve life or prevent serious bodily injury. Chapter 24: Response to Resistance, Section 24.06- Discharge of Firearms

View the Raymore Police Department Policies & Procedures Manual here.