Police Officer

Lino Lakes, MN
Lino Lakes Police Department

Salary: $39.46 – $46.42 Hourly.

Position Summary:

The primary objectives of this position are to promote public safety, to protect life and property, and to enforce laws and ordinances in a manner that commands public respect and confidence at all times.

Essential Functions:

  1. Enforces the law; patrols in squads or by other means suitable to the task; apprehends, arrests and books individuals as needed for violations of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; issues citations and warnings to persons violating laws or ordinances; responds to calls of criminal activity and assists citizens whenever possible; maintains public order and peace.
  2. Completes daily logs and police reports; handles follow-ups and investigations and other assignments in a concise and complete manner so that a proper record is assured; collects and preserves evidence.
  3. Deals with situations involving extensive interpersonal conflict (e.g. domestic disturbances, irate citizens, hostile groups); handles telephone or in-person complaints and inquiries in a respectful manner.
  4. Performs residential and business security surveys.
  5. Serves warrants or subpoenas as assigned; testifies at trials, hearings, or grand juries.
  6. May be periodically assigned special duties, including investigation, school resource officer, police training officer, and others; directs traffic to relieve congestion when needed.

Requirements:

  1. Ability to make decisions with limited information in rapidly evolving situations, to take command of critical or emergency situations, to remain composed under emotional stress, and to avoid inappropriate risks.
  2. Knowledge of police policies and procedures, including rules of evidence, arrest, and search and seizure to assure admissibility of evidence in court and to ensure proper procedures are followed.
  3. Knowledge of state and federal constitutional law, state statutes, city ordinances. Knowledge of the functions and jurisdictions of county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
  4. Ability to deal effectively and courteously with offenders, co-workers, supervisors, and a diverse public to consistently present a positive image and ensure trust of the police department; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
  5. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and to prepare work reports.
  6. Ability to effectively communicate in English on a daily basis.
  7. Ability to effectively use firearms, radios, radar, and other types of police equipment available throughout the department in a safe and skilled manner.
  8. Knowledge of computers and hardware in order to produce reports; ability to run programs in squad cars.
  9. Ability to demonstrate by example the desired standard of the department for personal appearance and conduct.
  10. Ability to administer emergency medical care under stress and in critical events.
  11. Must be able to work shift work. Will periodically be required to attend meetings or court outside of regular work hours.
  12. MN POST Board licensed or eligible to be licensed by December 31, 2024; two-year degree in law enforcement; valid MN Class D driver’s license.
  13. Desired qualifications: two years of experience with a law enforcement agency; bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, police science, or related field.