ICPOET Cadet

To attend and successfully complete the Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training (ICPOET) Grant Cohort program and skills to obtain required Professional Peace Officer Education (PPOE) through Hennepin Technical College or Alexandria Technical College. After completion of the ICPOET Grant Cohort program, the cadet will take the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensing exam. Upon passing the POST exam, the cadet will be eligible to be hired as a full-time police officer with the City of Fridley. The ICPOET Grant Cohort program will run from approximately March 2025 to August 2025.

1. Attend and successfully complete ICPOET cohort, maintaining a “C” or better 
2. Attend and pass all police training sessions when not attending classes
3. Participate in ride-a-longs with current police officers when assigned
4. Follow department policies and procedures
5. Attend department meetings when not attending classes
6. Provide monthly updates regarding academic progress, including transcripts, to supervisors
7. Participate in community events with the Public Safety Department to build positive relationships with community members and groups. 
8. Take and successfully pass the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensing exam upon completion of the cohort program.
9. Work for the Fridley Police Department as a licensed police officer upon completion of skills and POST exam.
10. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

1. No previous police experience required
2. Must be a U.S. citizen
3. Valid Minnesota Driver’s License
4. Two (2) or four (4) year degree from a regionally accredited college or university in any field of study
5. Satisfactory completion of physical exam, drug test, criminal background investigation including fingerprinting, and reference checks
6. Must have not previously completed or started a Minnesota PPOE (Professional Peace Officer Education) program or taken the Minnesota POST exam
7. Must be able to pass a physical ability test and maintain the physical fitness needed to perform all essential job duties

Desired Qualifications:

1. Experience living or working with culturally diverse populations
2. Fluency in a second language
3. Previous community service or volunteer experience
4. Military service experience
5. Experience in public service or customer service role
6. Experience living or working in the local community

EEO/ADAAA

The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

1. Ability to establish a working knowledge of relevant laws, ordinances, policies and procedures.
2. Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. 
3. Ability to make decisions using good judgment and discretion in accordance with established policies and procedures. 
4. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
5. Ability to build positive relationships with diverse community members
6. Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under stress
7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
8. Ability to perform typical assignments under moderate supervision within standard operating procedures.
9. Ability to perform standard procedures and tasks using basic analytical ability. 
10. Skills in conflict resolution and problem-solving
11. Knowledge of basic computer systems and record-keeping
12. Strong organizational and time management skills

Salary : $23 - $24