Position Description
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The Minneapolis Police Department is looking for Police Cadet candidates - people who have a strong sense and commitment for public service, outstanding character, sound judgment, excellent work ethic, effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal tact, empathy, and compassion.
Our Police Cadet program is designed to educate and train future Police Officers. Police Cadets will attend and successfully complete a program in law enforcement at a department authorized institution for the purpose of meeting the academic and technical skills requirements of the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board.
WorkLocation-This position currently works on-site only.
INFORMATION SESSIONWant to learn more about the Police Cadet position? The Minneapolis Police Department is hosting an information session which you are highly encouraged to attend. Attendance is optional for all applicants or potential applicants. Registration is NOT required.
Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024 at 5:30pmLocation: Special Operations Center (SOC)4119 Dupont Ave NMinneapolis, MN 55412 We will highlight and discuss some of these topics:
- Application process and educational requirements Background Investigation information
- Department Interviews expectations
- Medical, psychological, physical and drug & alcohol testing Cadet Academy
- Minnesota P.O.S.T. minimum selection standards for peace officer licensure
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Attend and complete a law enforcement program at a department authorized institution to meet the academic objectives required to take the Minnesota P.O.S.T. licensing examination
- When hired, Cadets will be promoted to Police Officer upon successful completion of the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board academic and skill requirements when a recruit academy class is scheduled.
- Cadet must commit to two years of employment with the Minneapolis Police Department following their promotion to Police Officer or payback, on a pro-rated basis, the costs of the tuition paid by the department for the academic training and/or the skills course. (Dismissed cadets will be forgiven any costs outstanding at date of termination).
- Failure to successfully complete Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board licensing exam at the end of the training program may result in termination.
WORKINGCONDITIONS:Exposuretohazardousconditionsandlife-threateningsituationsRequired Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's or Associate's Degree from an accredited College or University
MINIMUM EXPERIENCEN/A
Licenses and Certifications:Valid Driver's License
MinnesotaPeaceOfficerStandardsTrainingBoardMinimumSelectionStandards:- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Must not have a felony conviction
- Must successfully pass the MPD background investigation
- Click on the link below for the minimum selection standards established by the Minneasota P.O.S.T.: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/6700.0700
MEDICAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMSCandidates must be deemed medically and psychologically fit and successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to hire. Pre-Employment Medical exams, including work simulation tests, and Psychological Exams are tentatively scheduled to begin after successfully passing backgrounds.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSPolice work is physically and mentally demanding. During the training academy, candidates will participate in and be assessed on MPD Police Officer fitness goals.
This position requires standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Requires close distance color, peripheral vision with ability to adjust focus.
SELECTION PROCESSCandidates unable to complete any portion of this process will not be eligible to move forward in the hiring process.
SelectionStepsandTentativeTimeline:Candidates will be notified by email with instructions or information for each step below:
Weekof March 1 NationalTestingNetworkExamistentativelyscheduled.CompletionoftheNationalTesting Network places candidates on the eligible list of qualified candidates. Week of March 15 Department interviewsaretentativelyscheduled. Week of March 15 Selected candidates are scheduled to begin a background investigation, conducted by MPD, which may take up to three (3) months to complete. Selections to move forward in the process will be made upon the completion and review of the background investigation results Week of June 17 Final selections and conditional job offers will be made. August 26, 2024 The Cadet Academy is tentatively scheduled to begin. UNION REPRESENTATIONThis position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) General Unit https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/afscme-general-unit/
ELIGIBLE LISTThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire six (6) months after date of certification.
INTERVIEW SELECTION
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Relate and work effectively with people from diverse cultures, economic and ethnic backgrounds.
- Must have the physical ability to run and chase suspects, wrestles and subdues suspects, jump and crawl over and under objects and lift and drag heavy objects.
- Proficiency in any of the following second languages is desired but not required:
- Spanish
- Somali
- Hmong
- Laotian
- Amharic
- Oromo
- Vietnamese
- American Sign Language (ASL)
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, pleasevisit the benefits page .
New12 weeks of paid parental leaveCity employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
InsuranceHealth insuranceEligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insuranceThe City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
BenefitsPaid time offOur generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .
RetirementCity employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension:The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
TransportationEligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass:The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.
Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
