Community Service Officer

Community Service Officer

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The Minneapolis Police Department is looking for Community Service Officer candidates - people who have a strong sense and commitment for public service, outstanding character, sound judgment, excellent work ethic, effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal tact, empathy, and compassion.

A Community Service Officer (CSO) works approximately 20-30 hours per week (Monday
- Friday with occasional nights and weekends) in the Minneapolis Police Department for up to three years while enrolled as a student in an approved, two-year law enforcement program and/or working toward completion of Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) licensing requirements. CSO's assist the Police Department and community by promoting intercommunication, understanding and cooperation between the Police Department and the diverse communities of Minneapolis.

The CSO is a civilian position designed to prepare CSO's for a full time Police Officer position. No one retains the job title of CSO on a long-term basis.

Work Location – This position currently works on-site only (no remote work). The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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Application process and educational requirements;
Background investigation information;
Medical, psychological, physical and drug & alcohol testing; CSO Academy and Education Program; P.O.S.T. minimum selection standards for peace officer licensure.

Continuous Application Process -- This job posting will be used for on-going hiring without closing for applications. Applications will be reviewed in groups on an on-going basis as described in the Selection Process section below.

Assists patrol officers in non-enforcement activities;
Responds to citizen requests for service;
Maintains police vehicles and equipment as assigned;
Picks up and delivers correspondence for the department and community organizations;
Identifies and reports criminal activity;
Assists citizens in identifying crime prevention techniques;
Recovers abandoned property;
Assists in traffic control of special events, major fires, parades and accidents;
Assists department officers or other agencies in providing transportation as requested;
Participate in recruitment and community engagement events;
Must pass periodic performance evaluations;
Regular and reliable attendance. Exposure to hazardous conditions and life-threatening situations.

Must be at least 18 years of age by hire. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Must have a valid driver's license by hire. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent by conditional offer. Must provide a college transcript and/or documented proof of enrollment or acceptance to a law enforcement program at a regionally accredited college/university by conditional offer.

Must not have a felony conviction. Must be deemed medically and psychologically fit. Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle or feel, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Requires close distance color, peripheral vision with ability to adjust focus. Police work is physically and mentally demanding. During the training academy, candidates will participate in, and be assessed on, MPD Police Officer fitness requirements. A thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title.

Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought.

The selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience (30% of total score) and an oral examination (70% of total score). Applications will be reviewed every 30 days. Applications received within each 30-day period will be processed through the described selection process as a group. Candidates will be notified by email with instructions or information for each step below:
Application Review
- Review and screen applications within 60 days of receipt. Backgrounds
- Background investigation, conducted by MPD. Department Interviews
- Department interviews are held while candidates are in the Background Investigation Process. Conditional Job Offers
- Final selections and conditional job offers will be made within two weeks of Department Interviews. Medical Exams
- Pre-employment medical exams, including work simulation tests and psychological…