Police Officer

Overview

The City of Mankato Public Safety is recruiting police officers. Candidates should have strong critical thinking, effective communication, and a dedication to community policing. Both entry‑level and lateral entry candidates are welcomed.

• Associate’s Degree in Police Science, Law Enforcement, or Criminal Justice from an accredited institution.
• Licensed by the Minnesota Police Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Board or eligible to be licensed by September 15 2026.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of Minnesota.
• Must meet all MN P.O.S.T. Board standards of conduct and pass required background, physical, psychological, and drug tests.

• Conduct proactive patrols, respond to calls, and enforce state and local laws.
• Perform law‑enforcement investigations, prepare crime reports, and assist prosecutors.
• Promote community policing philosophy, build positive relations with citizens and businesses, and represent the City at community functions.
• Respond to and secure crime scenes, direct other units, obtain and secure evidence, and testify in court as required.

• Entry wage and step schedule with automatic progression upon FTO completion.
• Wellness and growth benefits including peer support, health resiliency programs, and on‑site fitness facilities.
• Variety of 10‑ to 12‑hour workdays with opportunities for specialist units (Detective, Tactical Response Team, Training Officer, etc.).

• Must reside within 60 minutes of the Public Safety Center and maintain a U.S. citizen or eligible work status.
• Must maintain all medical, psychological, EMR, and safety‑sensitive training and testing standards.
• Must comply with all organizational, departmental, safety, and data‑privacy policies.

Apply online through the City of Mankato website. For questions, email Melissa Weston or call Jeremy Clifton, Director of Public Safety.