Police Officer (Full Time)

Full Time Police Officer:

The City of Grand Rapids Police Department is looking for highly motivated, dedicated applicants to establish an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer.  Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completed two (2) years of post-secondary education in law enforcement or related field, possession of a Minnesota POST Board License or eligible at time of appointment or licensed by another state and eligible for reciprocity through the Minnesota POST, and a valid driver's license. 

There is special consideration for a 4-year degree or higher education, military experience and prior law enforcement experience.  Lateral transfers are encouraged to apply and may receive an elevated rate of pay depending on desired work history within or related to law enforcement.  Employment with the City of Grand Rapids is contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation, recruitment testing instruments, physical and psychological examinations, and City Council approval.  

The starting salary is $29.60 per hour with a maximum salary of $32.82 per hour (2022-2025 contract). Top pay is reached in five (5) years.

Complete position description and application forms are available at: 

City of Grand Rapids
420 North Pokegama Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN  55744-2662
www.cityofgrandrapidsmn.com
(218) 326-7600 phone

Please submit the completed application form and resume′ to cpierzina@grandrapidsmn.gov.  The application deadline is July 24, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.