Lateral Police Officer

Police Officer

Salary : $87,204.00 Annually

Location : Duluth, MN

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : L24141

Department : Police

Division : Patrol

Opening Date : 11 / 14 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : Police

Probation Period : 12 months

Eligible List Duration : 7 months

Summary / Purpose

To ensure preservation of peace and public safety through the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws, and by providing support and assistance during emergency or crisis situations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Functional Areas :

1. Patrol designated district to ensure preservation of peace and public safety.

2. Identify, apprehend, and assist in the prosecution of suspected violators of the law.

3. Respond to non-emergency, emergency, and crisis situations.

4. Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements (standards are determined by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board) :

1. Applicants must meet one of the following requirements and have a minimum of three (3) additional years of experience as a licensed police officer working in a law enforcement capacity :

A. Possess a valid license for Peace Officer in the State of Minnesota; or

B. Have the status of "eligible to be licensed" as defined by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board; or

C. Have completed basic requirements in another state and be considered eligible by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board; or

D. Be considered an exception to all of the above options and eligible by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board.

Driver's License Requirement :

1. Possess a valid Minnesota Class "D" Driver's License or privilege.

Selection Process Information

Education / Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point) : Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and / or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination : The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law. Alternative Exam Process (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections) For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at 218-730-5210, as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through 218-730-5630. Work Eligibility In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire. Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections) Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education / Experience Review, the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing, shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested, and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically, the notice should be sent by email to hrinformation@duluthmn.gov.