City of Minneapolis
Police Officer (Lateral) "Amended"
City of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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City of Minneapolis 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 Field Training Officer (FTO) program, with the potential of an extension if needed. Overview
The Minneapolis Police Department is looking for experienced Police Officer candidates who have a strong sense of public service, outstanding character, sound judgment, excellent work ethic, effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal tact, empathy, and compassion. Work Location
This position currently works on-site only. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties And Responsibilities
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, conduct traffic stops, mark and tag vehicles, prepare written reports of accidents, and investigate and reconstruct 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. Licenses and Qualifications
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Valid Minnesota POST license or the ability to obtain one prior to date of hire. Experience
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. State Requirements
Must not have a felony conviction. Must successfully pass the MPD background investigation. Current Minnesota POST Board Certification. Medical / Psychological / Physical Exams
Candidates must be deemed medically and psychologically fit and successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to hire. Police work is physically and mentally demanding. The lateral onboarding process includes fitness assessments. Physical requirements include the ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands, climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach, lift up to 25 pounds, and pass color and depth perception requirements. Selection Process
Candidates must complete all portions of the process to be eligible to move forward in the hiring process. Instructions and information will be provided by email at each step. Selected Timeline
Applications are reviewed as needed. Selected candidates proceed through application review, training/experience assessment, department interviews (held virtually via NTN during background investigation), background investigation, conditional job offers, medical exams, and final work start date (3-4 weeks after successful completion of medical components). Benefits / Representation
This position is represented by the Police Officers Federation. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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Police Officer (Lateral) "Amended"
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City of Minneapolis 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 Field Training Officer (FTO) program, with the potential of an extension if needed. Overview
The Minneapolis Police Department is looking for experienced Police Officer candidates who have a strong sense of public service, outstanding character, sound judgment, excellent work ethic, effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal tact, empathy, and compassion. Work Location
This position currently works on-site only. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties And Responsibilities
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, conduct traffic stops, mark and tag vehicles, prepare written reports of accidents, and investigate and reconstruct 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. Licenses and Qualifications
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Valid Minnesota POST license or the ability to obtain one prior to date of hire. Experience
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. State Requirements
Must not have a felony conviction. Must successfully pass the MPD background investigation. Current Minnesota POST Board Certification. Medical / Psychological / Physical Exams
Candidates must be deemed medically and psychologically fit and successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to hire. Police work is physically and mentally demanding. The lateral onboarding process includes fitness assessments. Physical requirements include the ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands, climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach, lift up to 25 pounds, and pass color and depth perception requirements. Selection Process
Candidates must complete all portions of the process to be eligible to move forward in the hiring process. Instructions and information will be provided by email at each step. Selected Timeline
Applications are reviewed as needed. Selected candidates proceed through application review, training/experience assessment, department interviews (held virtually via NTN during background investigation), background investigation, conditional job offers, medical exams, and final work start date (3-4 weeks after successful completion of medical components). Benefits / Representation
This position is represented by the Police Officers Federation. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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