Police Officer

About the Position

Preserve law and order, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the St. Louis Park Police Department. Create problem‑solving relationships with customers and staff to resolve disputes. Represent the city professionally.

• $89,039 – $122,355 annually + shift differential (6pm‑6am).
• Signing bonus: $5,000 for new officers, $10,000 for experienced officers.
• Lateral candidates may receive a total hiring incentive of $10,000: $5,000 upon successful completion of field training and $5,000 upon successful completion of the one‑year probationary period.
• New candidates may receive a total hiring incentive of $5,000: $2,500 upon successful completion of field training and $2,500 upon successful completion of the one‑year probationary period.

• Patrol (35):
  Mix of 10- and 12‑hour shifts; 14 of 28 days off.
• Behavioral Health Unit (2):
  Respond to mental health calls with social worker and community response medic.
• Traffic Car (1):
  Traffic enforcement and targeted enforcement.
• Training Officer and Admin Sgt. (2):
  Develop, track, assign and deliver training.
• DWI Car (1): DWI enforcement and DRE.
• Investigations (8):
  Mix of 8- and 10‑hour shifts.
• Drug Task Force (1):
  Embedded in Hennepin County DTF.
• Secret Service Task Force (1):
  Electronics crimes expert.
• Violent Crime Reduction Unit (1):
  Embedded in BCA VCRU.
• Police K9 (2): 2 bomb dogs, 1 cross‑training with SWAT.
• School Resource Officer (2):
  High school and middle school.
• Community Outreach (2).
• Police Analyst (1):
  Investigative analyst, non‑sworn.
• Dispatch (10):
  Independent Dispatch Center for SLP.

• SWAT (13):
  Full SWAT team and consortium connection to Minnetonka, Edina, Hopkins, Eden Prairie.
• Crisis Negotiations (7):
  Full CNT team and consortium connection to Minnetonka, Edina, Hopkins, Eden Prairie.
• Public Order Team (10):
  Works with West Command to include most Hennepin County Agencies.
• Drone Team (10):
  Patrol‑based team with routine training.
• FTO (8):
  Train new officers.
• Law Enforcement Memorial Association Officer (1).
• Auto Theft Task Force Officer (1).
• Explorer Advisors (4).
• Reserve Advisors (2).
• Use of Force Instructor.
• Firearms Instructor.
• Firearms Armorer.
• Peer Support Team (8):
  Trained peer support members, professional, compassionate and trusted people to help employees with wellness.

• Work out on duty.
• Peer Support Team.
• Annual mental health check‑in and follow‑up services provided by agency provider with law enforcement experience.
• Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu program.
• Generous flex leave program.
• Leadership development program.

• Apply community‑oriented policing philosophy and use the SARA model.
• Pro‑actively patrol assigned geographical area and attend neighborhood meetings.
• Respond to all distress or emergency calls, administer first aid and investigate and report traffic accidents.
• Enforce city ordinances and state/federal laws fairly and uniformly.
• Make arrests and conduct searches, transport prisoners and present testimony in court as required.
• Investigate complaints, interview witnesses or suspects, preserve evidence, maintain order at scenes and obtain signed statements when necessary.
• Use department equipment safely: firearms, automobiles, computers, radios, radar, etc.; disseminate and receive information via telecommunication duties.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports in accordance with department policies.
• Serve warrants, subpoenas, or other court administration functions.
• Recognize opportunities and provide counsel, guidance, and service to the public to develop community understanding and cooperation.
• Report significant law‑enforcement information to the supervisor or other staff as needed.
• Demonstrate commitment to teamwork with other department members and city personnel on problem‑solving efforts.
• Assist with inspection of liquor establishments and other license inspections as required.
• Participate in training or extra activities beyond normal functions.
• Provide the department with technical assistance in area of expertise as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.
• Officers may be assigned to special assignments or a combination.

• Current POST license or eligible to receive a POST license by August 31, 2026 or out‑of‑state equivalence.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 60 days).
• Eligibility to carry a firearm in Minnesota.
• Ability to present evidence and credible testimony in court.
• Ability to learn the geography of St. Louis Park, including important buildings and street system.
• Physically capable of performing essential duties and responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field.
• Experience with law enforcement in a city of similar size and characteristics.