Salary: $38.96 - $54.01 HourlyLocation : MN, MNJob Type: Regular FTJob Number: 20240903Department: Rochester Police DepartmentOpening Date: 12/19/2024POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe City of Rochester now welcomes applications forPolice OfficersConsider this career with the City of Rochester. Both new and lateral officer applications welcome.New officers may have limited experience or they may have recently completed their MN POST requirements to be licensed in Minnesota. Lateral officers are currently employed asa police officers or sheriff's deputies. They have enough experience to begin as RPD officers and complete an expedited training program. Their salary will be based on their individual experience, job knowledge, and level of skill. We look forward to your application! Remember to include both a cover letter and a resume.To have your application reviewed in the first round, please submit your materials by January 19, 2025.Statement of Officer and Department Accountability Rochester Police Department believes that partnership and collaboration are essential to achieving trust and legitimacy within our community. We focus on the overall wellbeing and safety of our officers. We train and educate officers, giving them the tools they need to do their job safely. We encourage and aid them in achieving their career goals and interests. We champion officer wellness, and offer resources and opportunities to strengthen physical, spiritual and emotional health. Our core values of integrity, service, compassion, respect, and innovation serve as a guide. 2025 wage range is $38.96 to $54.01 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRochester Police Officers:
- Embrace community policing as a philosophy and demonstrate these principles as part of their organizational culture.
- Are committed to providing fair and impartial law enforcement services.
- Treat people with dignity and respect.
- Remain neutral and transparent in their decision-making, and give individuals a voice through their interaction and engagement with the community.
- Strive to reduce crime and do their part to foster a safe and welcoming place to live, work and visit.
- Pledge to preserve peace, deliver emergency services, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances.
What is it like to work here?Police Officer Job DescriptionNotice of Examination MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSApplicants must:
- Possess a valid Minnesota Peace Officer license, be eligible to be licensed, or be in the process to be licensed in the State of Minnesota; and
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Complete their application online and include both a cover letter and a resume.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Rochester Police Information:
- Department Vision and Mission Statements with RPD Core Values
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
- About the Department
Pay and Benefits:
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY01 Have you ever been convicted of a crime which would prohibit you from becoming licensed as a Peace Officer in Minnesota?
02 Do you currently have a valid Minnesota driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?
- Yes, I have a valid Minnesota driver's license
- Yes, I have a valid driver's license from another state
- No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license
03 Are you currently employed as a police officer or deputy sheriff?
04 Which of the following best describes your licensure or eligibility for licensing?
- I am an active licensed peace officer and am currently employed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota or have an active Minnesota Peace Officer license.
- I have an inactive license meaning I have previously held and active license that could be reactivated in Minnesota.
- I am eligible to be licensed, meaning I have completed the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education and skills AND PASSED the MN Peace Officer Licensing Examination.
- I have completed the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education and skills requirements, BUT HAVE NOT TAKEN the MN Peace Officer Licensing Examination
- I am eligible to be licensed meaning I have completed basic training or certification requirements in another state with which Minnesota has reciprocity and I have been found to be eligible to take the licensing examination in Minnesota and have already PASSED the MN POST Reciprocity Exam
- I have completed basic police training or certification requirements in another state with which Minnesota has reciprocity, meaning that as an out of state applicant I have been found to be eligible to take the licensing exam in Minnesota because I left this state prior to licensing; or have military experience, BUT HAVE NOT TAKEN the MN POST Reciprocity Exam
- I am currently pursuing the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education requirements and anticipate being MN POST eligible by June 30, 2025.
- I have completed the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education requirements BUT HAVE NOT COMPLETED the SKILLS requirement or taken the MN POST Peace Officer Licensing Examination.
- None of these situations apply to me.
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