Police Cadet

Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Police Department

Salary: $29.91 Hourly

Closing Date: 5/2/2025

Position Summary:

Performs under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant, Parks and is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university by August 1, 2025. A copy of diploma or college transcript with applicant’s name shown as proof of graduation is required and must be submitted with the online application or received to Human Resources no later than August 1, 2025 at 4:30pm. Applicants must have and maintain a grade point average of 2.0 or better.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States under federal requirements with no felony convictions as required by Minnesota state law for applicants for Police Officer.
  • Must be 18 years of age at the time of application.
  • Must not be P.O.S.T. eligible/licensed nor have completed skills.
  • Applicants cannot be, nor ever have been, licensed as a police officer in another state.
  • Must pass background investigations to include meeting department standards regarding acceptable employment history, driving history and criminal history.
  • Must continue employment with the Minneapolis Park Police Department for a period of four (4) years following hire as Police Officer, Parks or pay back, on a pro-rated basis, the cost of tuition paid by the department for the academic training and/or skills course.
  • Must possess and continue to maintain a valid Minnesota driver’s license with good driving record at time of hiring and during course of employment.
  • Must pass requisite First Responder training (first aid certification) that is provided and must retain First Responder certification during course of employment.