Benefits of Employment with the Pocatello Police Department

Interested in becoming a Police Officer with the City of Pocatello?

Competitive base pay with opportunity to advance
Shift differential added to base pay for working afternoon or midnight shifts
Paid overtime or comp time
Paid incentives as defined in the collective bargaining agreement
- Physical Fitness Standards
- Education Level
Tuition reimbursement through the City’s Education Program
Uniform and safety gear provided
Paid clothing allowance for uniform maintenance
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Health Reimbursement Account contribution paid by City
Wellness program with incentives contributed to the employee’s Health Reimbursement Account
Aflac Section 125 Cafeteria Plan which includes premium pre-tax options, flexible spending accounts and supplemental policies
Sick leave accumulated on a bi-weekly basis up to 96 hours per year, unlimited accumulation with partial payoff at retirement
Vacation accumulated on a bi-weekly basis starting at 104 hours per year, periodically increasing up to 200 hours per year
Floating holiday accrual of 88 hours per year
Retirement benefits through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) include: Supplemental retirement through 457 Deferred Compensation, 401(k) plans, and City matches up to 6.2% in PERSI Choice for sworn officers.
Life insurance paid by the City plus the option for the employee to purchase supplemental coverage at group rates