Police Officer

Location: Minneapolis

Salary: $47.49 - $53.93 Hourly
Location : Blaine, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 195
Department: Safety Services
Division: Police/Patrol
Opening Date: 11/07/2025
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 4:30 PM Central

Description

Under general direction of the Police Sergeants, this position is responsible, in an assigned district during a specified period of time, for the maintenance of order, enforcement of laws, and protection of life and property. This position also assists in the investigation of criminal offenses, accidents, and other police-related problems. This position currently works a 12-hour shift schedule. Salary range to be adjusted pending finalization of 2026 collective bargaining agreement.

Examples of Duties

1. Respond to complaints such as prowlers, trespass, fights, domestics, alarms, etc.
2. Handle arrest situations and procedures.
3. Drive patrol car to monitor traffic; operate communication equipment and vehicle monitoring equipment such as radar; observe and detect traffic violations; and operate vehicle in emergency mode.
4. Patrol assigned area by vehicle.
5. Write detailed reports to document activities in situations requiring that public order be maintained and/or restored.
6. Answer questions from the public on the phone or in person regarding issues such as project status, complaints, and law interpretation, or refer citizens to proper agencies.
7. Face threatening situations and be prepared to use deadly force when justified.
8. Search areas for suspects.
9. Take written and oral statements from victims and witnesses.
10. Request checks on car registrations, warrants, and firearms, and issue tickets, citations, and tags for illegal violations.
11. Make business checks or vacation checks of private dwellings.
12. Monitor crime areas by vehicle or foot patrol.
13. Complete routine, non-emergency reports and initial investigative reports.
14. Interview suspects, witnesses, citizens, victims, and others as required.
15. Interrogate suspects and take sworn statements, formal confessions, or depositions in preparation for court or trial appearances.
16. Maintain skills proficiency.

These examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and are not necessarily all inclusive. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of police principles, practices, procedures, purposes, tools, techniques, and equipment, especially as applicable to duties of assignments.
2. Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
3. Skill in the use of firearms and vehicles.
4. Ability to apply police principles, practices, and procedures to solve police problems.
5. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
6. Ability to meet and deal with the public tactfully, with courtesy, or, when the occasion demands, with firmness.
7. Ability to withstand adverse weather conditions.

Supplemental Information

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1. US citizen.
2. Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
3. MN POST Board licensed, eligible to be licensed, or successfully completed the reciprocity exam by June 1, 2026.
4. Successful completion of comprehensive background examination and determination of no POST Board "Standards of Conduct" violations.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
1. Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish, Hmong, Arabic or Sign Language.
2. One year of experience in law enforcement, either a sworn, non-sworn, or volunteer position.
3. CPR and First Aid certification.
We offer an excellent comprehensive benefit package for full time Police employees. Including paid vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement benefits, educational assistance, employer paid employee assistance program, Flex Spending, Post Retirement Health Care, optional deferred compensation and short term disability.

CITY CONTRIBUTION

For 2025, the City contributes $1,540.00 per month for each full-time employee to apply towards the benefits offered through the cafeteria plan if electing medical coverage. For 2025, the City contributes $714.44 per month for each full-time employee if medical coverage is waived. The City's contribution is pro-rated for part-time employees.

MEDICAL INSURANCE
The City of Blaine offers a full cafeteria plan. All full-time probationary and regular city employees are eligible to participate. Single coverage is part of the core, but if the employee so elects, he/she may include his/her dependents under their plan. Specific plan information and related premium rates will be provided for the five health plan options at the oral interview.

Employees may choose from five options under Health Partners. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following date of hire for both single and family policies. The following are the monthly premiums for single and dependent coverage for each plan:

Health Partners (1/1/2025)
Group #5602

$30 Co-Pay 100%

$3300…