Wayzata, City of (MN)
Join the Wayzata Police Department as a Police Sergeant! We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced law enforcement professional to supervise daily operations, mentor officers, and support a culture of integrity, accountability, and service. This role involves overseeing patrol, investigations, public education, and community engagement while ensuring compliance with department standards and fostering strong police‑community relationships. If you’re committed to excellence, teamwork, friendliness, responsiveness, and making a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of public safety in Wayzata.
Recruitment Pay The City will offer a recruitment incentive payment to all Police Sergeants hired by the City from June 20, 2025‑December 31, 2027. Recruitment payment applies only to external hires.
For newly hired Police Sergeants: The City will pay a one‑time $10,000 recruitment incentive payment to work as a newly hired Police Sergeant for the Wayzata Police Department. $5,000 will be paid upon hire and $5,000 will be paid upon successful completion of their probationary period.
Hiring Timeline (subject to change) Position opens: Friday, January 9th. Position closes: Sunday, February 1st at 11:59 p.m. Interviews: Tuesday, February 17th
Responsibilities
Act as a team supervisor, assuming command at police incidents and providing supervision to all employees and police volunteers as necessary.
Supervise, schedule, assign, instruct, and evaluate subordinates to ensure adherence to law and applicable department policies and procedures.
Review the work performance of subordinates on a continuous basis and conduct formal performance evaluations on assigned personnel.
Accept, document, and process citizen complaints regarding employee conduct or department procedures.
Promote positive police‑community relationships.
Review reports and other paperwork to stay current on police activities and recommend necessary changes in procedures and practices.
Conduct periodic appearance and equipment checks of assigned personnel.
Make training, discipline, and performance reward recommendations on assigned personnel.
Provide on‑the‑job training for employees as needed.
Maintain individual police skills.
Stay current on law enforcement trends and changes in related laws and ordinances.
Supervise proper utilization and maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment, arranging for repair and replacement as required.
Conduct or direct the booking of persons for various violations.
Demonstrate by personal example the desired standard of conduct and work performance for all officers and other personnel.
Inspect police facilities for proper security and maintenance.
Promote and guide employees in problem‑solving initiatives.
Disciplines subordinates consistent with department policy, procedure, the City personnel code, and the labor agreement in effect between the City and recognized labor groups.
Compliance with the minimum standards as promulgated by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board to include current POST licensure, therefore having primary duties as a police officer.
Performs other duties and assumes responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum five consecutive years as a police officer.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Hold a license issued by or eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota Police Officers Standards and Training Board (P.O.S.T.) by the time of appointment.
Must meet all state‑mandated requirements and local policies such as a physical examination, psychological exam, and criminal background check.
Leadership training to include, but not limited to, the MCPA Leadership Academy.
Strong investigative skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
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Recruitment Pay The City will offer a recruitment incentive payment to all Police Sergeants hired by the City from June 20, 2025‑December 31, 2027. Recruitment payment applies only to external hires.
For newly hired Police Sergeants: The City will pay a one‑time $10,000 recruitment incentive payment to work as a newly hired Police Sergeant for the Wayzata Police Department. $5,000 will be paid upon hire and $5,000 will be paid upon successful completion of their probationary period.
Hiring Timeline (subject to change) Position opens: Friday, January 9th. Position closes: Sunday, February 1st at 11:59 p.m. Interviews: Tuesday, February 17th
Responsibilities
Act as a team supervisor, assuming command at police incidents and providing supervision to all employees and police volunteers as necessary.
Supervise, schedule, assign, instruct, and evaluate subordinates to ensure adherence to law and applicable department policies and procedures.
Review the work performance of subordinates on a continuous basis and conduct formal performance evaluations on assigned personnel.
Accept, document, and process citizen complaints regarding employee conduct or department procedures.
Promote positive police‑community relationships.
Review reports and other paperwork to stay current on police activities and recommend necessary changes in procedures and practices.
Conduct periodic appearance and equipment checks of assigned personnel.
Make training, discipline, and performance reward recommendations on assigned personnel.
Provide on‑the‑job training for employees as needed.
Maintain individual police skills.
Stay current on law enforcement trends and changes in related laws and ordinances.
Supervise proper utilization and maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment, arranging for repair and replacement as required.
Conduct or direct the booking of persons for various violations.
Demonstrate by personal example the desired standard of conduct and work performance for all officers and other personnel.
Inspect police facilities for proper security and maintenance.
Promote and guide employees in problem‑solving initiatives.
Disciplines subordinates consistent with department policy, procedure, the City personnel code, and the labor agreement in effect between the City and recognized labor groups.
Compliance with the minimum standards as promulgated by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board to include current POST licensure, therefore having primary duties as a police officer.
Performs other duties and assumes responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum five consecutive years as a police officer.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Hold a license issued by or eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota Police Officers Standards and Training Board (P.O.S.T.) by the time of appointment.
Must meet all state‑mandated requirements and local policies such as a physical examination, psychological exam, and criminal background check.
Leadership training to include, but not limited to, the MCPA Leadership Academy.
Strong investigative skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
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