Police Officer Lateral

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 experienced Police 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.

This is a full-time position and requires variable work shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Officers hired in this lateral hiring process will participate in a one-month orientation and on-boarding process rather than the Minneapolis Police Recruit Officer Academy. After successful completion of orientation, Officers will then participate in a three-month FTO, with the potential of an extension if needed.

WorkLocation-
This position currently works on-site only.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

* Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, detect and prevent crime and protect life and property.

* Apprehend and arrest law violators (including probable cause arrests), prepare written reports of crimes and assist in the prosecution of violators.

* Draft and execute arrest warrants and make probable cause arrests.

* Establish probable cause, draft, prepare and execute search warrants.

* Conduct follow up investigations for criminal prosecution of criminal and traffic complaints.

* Enforce traffic laws conducting traffic, marking and tagging vehicles, making written reports of accidents and investigating and reconstructing serious or fatal traffic accidents.

* Collect, evaluate, investigate, protect and preserve evidence at crime or accident scenes.

* Conduct surveillance of suspected criminal activity and provide undercover operations to identify and apprehend suspects.

* Interview and/or interrogate witnesses, victims and suspects and draft formal statements for presentation in court, including testifying in court on criminal and civil matters.

* Record and investigate complaints from citizens, including those on the conduct and actions of officers.

* Respond to residential and business alarms for intrusion, robbery or other emergencies.

* Protect the rights and safety of all individuals, including political figures and dignitaries.

* Recover and assume preliminary custody of lost, stolen or abandoned property.

* Conduct follow-up investigations for criminal prosecution on traffic and criminal complaints.

* Function as a Field Training Officer (FTO) supplementing academy instruction through field experience and serving as a final step in the officer selection process. Evaluate recruits on a daily basis and share information with supervisors.

* Operate various computer terminals to enter and retrieve essential information.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to hazardous conditions and life-threatening situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of a two or four year Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice Degree through a Professional Peace Officer Education Program and pass the P.O.S.T Licensing Exam or equivalent.

Licenses:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Valid Minnesota POST license or the ability to obtain one prior to date of hire.

• Previous Law Enforcement Experience (1 year preferred). Department reserves the right to determine the nature and extent of training necessary for a candidate to be considered for the Police Officer position.