Police Officer - Perham

Summary

Job PostingThe City of Perham is looking for motivated, community-minded individuals to join our police department as a full-time police officer. Applicants must be licensed or eligible to be licensed by the POST Board by the date of application. In addition, the applicant must possess a valid Minnesota driver's license and pass a background check. The 2026 salary range is $32.20 to $43.20 per hour. Lateral pay above starting wage will be considered based on years of service. Applications and a complete job description can be obtained on-line at www.cityofperham.com or at the City Office at 125 Second Avenue NE, P.O. Box 130, Perham, MN 56573. Applications and resumes will be accepted at the City Office or by email at hhoeft@cityofperham.com until Monday, October 26 at 5:00 p.m. For questions, please contact Heather Hoeft at 218-346-9796 or Police Chief, James Gritz, at 218-346-4496. (AA/EOE)BenefitsBenefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.

Job Description

Job PostingThe City of Perham is looking for motivated, community-minded individuals to join our police department as a full-time police officer. Applicants must be licensed or eligible to be licensed by the POST Board by the date of application. In addition, the applicant must possess a valid Minnesota driver's license and pass a background check. The 2026 salary range is $32.20 to $43.20 per hour. Lateral pay above starting wage will be considered based on years of service. Applications and a complete job description can be obtained on-line at www.cityofperham.com or at the City Office at 125 Second Avenue NE, P.O. Box 130, Perham, MN 56573. Applications and resumes will be accepted at the City Office or by email at hhoeft@cityofperham.com until Monday, October 26 at 5:00 p.m. For questions, please contact Heather Hoeft at 218-346-9796 or Police Chief, James Gritz, at 218-346-4496. (AA/EOE)BenefitsBenefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.