Police Officer

Join a Department That Feels Like Home — Become a Police Officer with Elk River PD

Are you ready to serve a community that backs its police department with pride, respect, and resources? The City of Elk River is hiring a full-time Police Officer who is committed to service, integrity, and professionalism.

This is more than just a job. This is your opportunity to make a difference, advance your career, and become part of a department that truly feels like family.

Why Choose Elk River PD?

We offer more than a badge — we offer a future.

• Starting at $43.13/hour
• 2026 salary range: $37.37 – $54.75/hour
• Top pay reached in just 2 years
• Veteran’s Administration OJT Program Certified-Qualified veteran’s able to utilize GI bill funds during field training
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition reimbursement:
  Up to $3,000/year
• Full uniforms and gear issued (including LBVs)
• Access to City fitness facilities
• Wage Incentive Program (WIP) Bi-annual check pays 1-3% of base salary if all requirements are met
• Abundant overtime opportunities
• Accelerated wage schedule
• Vacation: 120 hours front-loaded
• Sick leave: 96 hours front-loaded
• Fast-track to
  top patrol pay-qualified candidates may be eligible for immediate top-patrol pay status
• A valid full-time POST license by the date of hire
• A
  valid MN driver’s license
  (or ability to obtain)
• A strong moral compass, clean driving record, and a desire to serve
• Ability to pass comprehensive background, psychological, and physical exams

Whether you’re new to law enforcement or seeking a department that truly supports your career and well-being —
Elk River PD is where purpose meets opportunity
.

• Candidates who have
  applied within the last 12 months
  will not be considered.
• Candidates
  terminated from another department or who resigned in lieu of termination
  are not eligible.
• If you need accommodations during the application process, contact
  Human Resources at .
• The
  City of Elk River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Summary
The Police Officer works under the direction of the Police Sergeant and under the general direction of the Patrol Captain or the Police Chief. Participates in law enforcement efforts that include police and patrol duties, crime prevention and investigation, emergency response, and public assistance.

Essential Functions

• Detects and responds to law violations and hazards to public safety.
• Checks business and residential areas for signs of vandalism.
• Maintains high visibility and responds to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Assists in the resolution of civil disputes or disruptions.
• Maintains good community relations through communication and interaction with citizens and business people.
• Works with department guidelines set out by training, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Enforces law governing the operation of motor vehicles and their operators and laws relating to bicycle and pedestrian traffic.
• Observes and corrects hazards to motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Assists disabled or distressed motorists.
• Works within the framework set down by state statutes, case law and constitutional law.

3. Responds to crime locations/reports.

• Responds to and secures crime scenes; directs other responding units; identifies, obtains, and secures evidence.
• Responds to and takes reports of crimes committed and criminal activity.
• Completes follow-up investigation when possible, interviews witnesses, suspects and others.
• Takes appropriate action regarding the violator such as warning, citation, or arrest.
• Identifies and interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects.
• Prepares crime reports and assists the investigator as needed.
• Assists prosecuting attorneys with the preparation of suit as directed; testifies; and coordinates the appearance of witnesses.

4. Performs administrative activities.

• Compiles…