Police Officer - Internal Opportunity

The City of Elk River is seeking highly ethical, self-motivated, and community-oriented applicants for a full-time police officer position. The Elk River Police Department is a progressive agency serving a growing community of 27,000 residents and a geographical area of nearly 44 square miles. The Elk River Police Department has a current authorized full strength of thirty-five sworn officers as well as civilian staff members. Upon successful completion of probation, officers have opportunities for involvement in specialty units including SWAT, K-9, Honor Guard, Detective Unit, Juvenile Detective / SRO Unit, Bike Team, Drug Task Force, and Instructor Cadres.

The Elk River Police Department offers competitive wages and benefits including an hourly rate of $39.19-$49.76 ($81,523.66 - $103,496.90 on an annual basis) with top pay reached after completion of year two (starting wage is negotiable, dependent on experience and qualifications), abundant overtime opportunities, full initial-issue uniforms and gear including LBVs, additional wage incentives for health and wellness, tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per year, access to city work-out facility, and more.

Qualified applicants must have a valid full-time POST license by date of application, must possess a valid Minnesota driver's license with a good driving record, and must pass a background check as well as a physical and psychological examination.

Whether you've always wanted to make a difference in people's lives, are looking for a career change, or simply want to be a part of a bond unlike any other, the Elk River Police Department may have a place for you. Learn more about us by watching our We are ERPD Recruiting Video.

If you require a particular accommodation with the application process, please contact Human Resources at 763.635.1000.

The City of Elk River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Police Officer Position Description

Department / Division : Police

Immediate Supervisor : Police Sergeant

Pay Grade : Union LELS 231

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Last Updated : 4 / 2017

Positions Supervised : N / A

Position Summary

The Police Officer works under the direction of the Police Sergeant and under the general direction of the Patrol Captain or the Police Chief. Participates in law enforcement efforts that include police and patrol duties, crime prevention and investigation, emergency response, and public assistance.

Essential Functions

1. Performs patrol duties.

• Detects and responds to law violations and hazards to public safety.
• Checks business and residential areas for signs of vandalism.
• Maintains high visibility and responds to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Assists in the resolution of civil disputes or disruptions.
• Maintains good community relations through communication and interaction with citizens and business people.
• Works with department guidelines set out by training, policies, procedures, and performance standards.

2. Performs traffic law enforcement duties.

• Enforces law governing the operation of motor vehicles and their operators and laws relating to bicycle and pedestrian traffic.
• Observes and corrects hazards to motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Assists disabled or distressed motorists.
• Investigates motor vehicle accidents.
• Works within the framework set down by state statutes, case law and constitutional law.

3. Responds to crime locations / reports.

• Responds to and secures crime scenes; directs other responding units; identifies, obtains, and secures evidence.
• Responds to and takes reports of crimes committed and criminal activity.
• Completes follow-up investigation when possible, interviews witnesses, suspects and others.
• Takes appropriate action regarding the violator such as warning, citation, or arrest.
• Identifies and interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects.
• Prepares crime reports and assists the investigator as needed.
• Assists prosecuting attorneys with the preparation of suit as directed; testifies; and coordinates the appearance of witnesses.

4. Performs administrative activities.

• Assists in maintaining department equipment.
• Compiles reports and statistical law enforcement data as directed.
• Compiles statistical law enforcement data as directed.
• Maintains a good working knowledge of constitutional law, state law, case law, city ordinances, and department policies and procedures to effectively perform the required tasks and duties.

5. Performs other essential job duties.

• Regular and timely work attendance.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Participates in safety training.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge, skill, and ability to effectively use personal and departmental equipment.
• Skill to communicate effectively with a variety of groups such as youth, business people, and seniors.
• Skill in gathering appropriate information through interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects and contacting other law enforcement agencies.
• Skill in operating a police vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions and situations.
• Ability to comprehend and apply federal, state, county, and city criminal, traffic, and other civil laws.
• Ability to prepare routine reports, case files, and correspondence.
• Ability to work under adverse conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid full-time POST license by the date of application.
• First responder certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Valid driver's license at application. Valid Minnesota driver's license at time of appointment.
• Must meet all state-mandated requirements and local policies such as a physical examination and criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two- or four-year degree in law enforcement related field.

Police Officer Physical Requirements

Physical Requirement Frequency

ESSENTIAL Standing or Walking Daily

Sitting Daily

Bending or Stooping Daily

Crouching or Kneeling Daily

Pushing / Pulling Daily

Repetitive Movements Daily

Twisting / Turning Daily

Working in Confined Spaces Daily

Operating a Vehicle Daily

Physically Grappling w / Others Daily

Running Daily

Lifting Objects Above Shoulder Weekly or Monthly

Lifting Objects Waist to Shoulder Daily

Lifting Objects Knee to Waist Daily

Lifting Objects Floor to Knee Daily

Carrying Objects Daily

Exposure to Temperature Extremes Daily

Use of Weapon or Explosives Weekly or Monthly

Operation of Telephone / Radio Daily

Machinery Operation Daily

Equipment Operation Daily

Computer / Typewriter Operation Daily

Requires Good Vision Daily

Requires Good Color Vision Daily

Requires Good Night Vision Daily

Requires Large Motor Skills Daily

Requires Fine Motor Skills Daily

Requires Depth Vision Daily

Requires Peripheral Vision Daily

Requires Far Vision Daily

Requires Near Vision Daily

Requires Good Hearing Daily

Requires Sense of Smell Daily

Requires Sense of Touch Weekly or Monthly

Balancing Daily

HIGHLY IMPORTANT Working at Heights Weekly or Monthly

Exposure to Irritants / Fumes Weekly or Monthly

Requires Ability to Taste Weekly or Monthly

MODERATELY IMPORTANT Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Rare

This Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is within the City of Elk River's discretion to assign additional duties and responsibilities or remove duties and responsibilities at any time.

This Position Description does not constitute a Contract of Employment.

Application Deadline : Deadline to apply is Monday, February 17, 2025.

Salary : $81,524 - $103,497