What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathways to Policing - Police Trainee position at City of Eagan?
City of Eagan
Pathways to Policing - Police Trainee
The City of Eagan is now accepting applications for the Pathways to Policing program!
Applicants must already possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree. Candidates cannot currently be enrolled in or have completed POST mandated skills training.
Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Earn pay and benefits while attending a full-time professional peace officer education program (PPOE). The pay range for this position is $27.55 to $35.73 per hour (DOQ) and includes full-time City of Eagan benefits. If accepted into the program, individuals will attend 40 hours per week of college coursework and training at Hennepin Technical College for approximately 22 weeks, and then take the licensing exam for police officers.
Upon successful completion of the education program and POST test, the candidate will transition into a full-time Police Officer position with the City of Eagan.
This program is designed to bring non-traditional candidates into the field of law enforcement, thereby removing barriers for those who wish to enter the career. Individuals looking for a new career path and a way to make a difference in their communities are encouraged to apply.
Applications and resumes must be received by Thursday, April 10th @ Noon (CST).
Initial interviews are scheduled for the week of April 20th at the Eagan Police Department. Successful candidates will be invited back for a second interview the week of April 27th. Candidates should provide a valid email address, as all interviews will be scheduled using Signup Genius.
CLICK HERE to view the full recruitment timeline for this position.
The City of Eagan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- 18 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license
- Completed Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in any field
- Applicants cannot currently be enrolled in or have completed POST mandated skills training
- Must have no felony convictions
- Involuntary terminations within the past five (5) years may results in application rejection for non-police, sheriff, and government-related positions
- Involuntary terminations WILL result in application rejection for police, sheriff, and government-related positions
- Ability to fluently speak and proficiently read and write in non-English language
- Experience living or working with culturally diverse populations
Salary : $28 - $36
