Police Officer - Lateral

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Rochester now welcomes applications for

Lateral Police Officers

Consider a career with the City of Rochester.

Lateral officers - are individuals currently employed asa police officers or sheriff's deputies who would begin as RPD officers with their salary to be based on their experience, job knowledge, and level of skill.

We look forward to your application! Remember to include both a cover letter and a resume.

Statement of Officer and Department Accountability

Rochester Police Department believes that partnership and collaboration are essential to achieving trust and legitimacy within our community.

We focus on the overall wellbeing and safety of our officers. We train and educate officers, giving them the tools they need to do their job safely.

We encourage and aid them in achieving their career goals and interests. We champion officer wellness, and offer resources and opportunities to strengthen physical, spiritual and emotional health.

Our core values of integrity, service, compassion, respect, and innovation serve as a guide.

2025 wage range is $38.96 to $54.01

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Rochester Police Officers :

• Embrace community policing as a philosophy and demonstrate these principles as part of their organizational culture.
• Are committed to providing fair and impartial law enforcement services.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Remain neutral and transparent in their decision-making, and give individuals a voice through their interaction and engagement with the community.
• Strive to reduce crime and do their part to foster a safe and welcoming place to live, work and visit.
• Pledge to preserve peace, deliver emergency services, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances.

What is it like to work here?

Police Officer Job Description

Notice of Examination

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must :

• Possess a valid Minnesota Peace Officer license, be eligible to be licensed, or be in the process to be licensed in the State of Minnesota; and
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Complete their application online and include both a cover letter and a resume.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Rochester Police Information :

• Department Vision and Mission Statements with RPD Core Values
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
• About the Department
Pay and Benefits :
• Benefits
• Benefits

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY 01 Have you ever been convicted of a crime which would prohibit you from becoming licensed as a Peace Officer in Minnesota?

02 Do you currently have a valid Minnesota driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?

• Yes, I have a valid Minnesota driver's license
• Yes, I have a valid driver's license from another state
• No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license

03 Are you currently employed as a police officer or deputy sheriff?

04 Which of the following best describes your Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board licensure or eligibility for Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board licensing?

• I am an active licensed peace officer and am currently employed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota or have an active Minnesota Peace Officer license.
• I have an "inactive" license meaning I have previously held and "active" license that could be reactivated in Minnesota.
• I am "eligible to be licensed, meaning I have completed the MN POT Board approved professional Peace Officer education and skills AND PASSED the MN "Peace Officer Licensing Examination."
• I have completed the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education and skills requirements, BUT HAVE NOT TAKEN the MN "Peace Officer Licensing Examination
• I am "eligible to be licensed" meaning I have completed basic training or certification requirements in another state with which Minnesota has reciprocity and I have been found to be eligible to take the licensing examination in Minnesota and have already PASSED the MN POST Reciprocity Exam
• I have completed basic police training or certification requirements in another state with which Minnesota has reciprocity, meaning that as an out of state applicant I have been found to be eligible to take the licensing exam in Minnesota because I left this state prior to licensing;

or have military experience, BUT HAVE NOT TAKEN the MN POST Reciprocity Exam

• I am currently pursuing the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education requirements and anticipate being MN POST eligible by January 1, 2025.
• I have completed the MN POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education requirements BUT HAVE NOT COMPLETED the SKILLS requirement or taken the MN POST "Peace Officer Licensing Examination.
• None of these situations apply to me.

Required Question