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Metropolitan Council Police Officer Full-Time in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Police Officer Full-Time
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Police Officer Full-Time
Salary
$82,180.80 - $109,574.40 Annually
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2024-00023
Division
Metro Transit
Department
Transit Police Patrol Serv
Opening Date
01/11/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Questions
WHO WE ARE
The Metro Transit Police Department is hiring FT Police Officers and Lateral FT Police Officers. Both are eligible for hiring bonuses!
2025 Salary Rates:
Start -- $39.51 hourly / $82,181 annual
After year 1 -- $42.68 hourly / $88,774 annual
After year 2 -- $45.83 hourly / $95,326 annual
After year 3 -- $48.98 hourly / $101,878 annual
After year 4 -- $52.68 hourly / $109,574 annual
TheMetro Transit Police Departmentis one of the fastest growing agencies in the state due to the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. We are a licensed police force committed to the safety of our customers and employees, serving eight counties and approximately 85 cities in the region. There is an authorized strength of 171 full-time officers, 70 community service offers, and 34 administrative staff dedicated to one thing: public safety on and near our transit system.
Our mission statement is: Safeguarding the transit community with integrity and professionalism while building trust through community partnerships. We strive to provide excellent police service each and every day.
We are committed to maintaining and cultivating a diverse department, reflective of the communities we serve. Nearly half of our force is made up of women and people of color.
To find out more about the Metro Transit Police Department, please click here (https://www.metrotransit.org/police) .
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
What you would do in this job
As a Sworn Full-Time Metro Transit Police Officer, you will protect employees and passengers, and safeguard property and equipment of Metro Transit across all municipalities of our eight county Metro-wide system. You will patrol assigned areas in a squad car, on foot, or onboard public transit and perform visual inspections and recognize, respond, investigate, and enforce violations of laws and ordinances.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
An associate degree in Law Enforcement from an accredited College or University AND must currently be MN Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensed oreligible to be POST licensed as a full-time peace officer in the State of Minnesota by the time of conditional offer.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
FT Officers are eligible for up to a $4,000 hiring bonus:
$1,000 after successful completion of the Academy
$1,000 after completion of FTO, and
$2,000 after successfully completing a probationary period.
To be eligible for a Lateral Officer you:
Must currently be employed full-time in a sworn position by a law enforcement agency.
Must have at least 18 months of continuous experience in a sworn position (must be immediately preceding employment with Metro Transit to be eligible for the hiring bonus).
An associate degree in Law Enforcement from an accredited College or University AND must currently be MN Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensed.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Lateral Officers are eligible for an $8,000 hiring bonus.
$4,000 upon successful completion of (6) six months of employment.
$4,000 upon successful completion of (12) twelve months of employment.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement from an accredited College or University
Conversational in a second language other than English
For a full listing of job duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities and physical requirements, clickHERE (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrocouncil/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=94352&headerfooter=0) .
Additional information
Union : Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) 432
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive:Yes, subject to random DOT drug tests
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidates will be referred to the hiring supervisor for consideration based on the results of the following assessment process:
Minimum Qualification Review- Review by Human Resources to ensure minimum qualifications are met, including an acceptable Work Record Evaluation for internal ATU employees.
Structured Panel Interview– Scored interview by a panel of Metro Transit/Met Council staff.
Chief Selection Interview – Interview including the Chief of Police (may be held after background is complete).
Background Check – Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Metro Transit Police Department.
Psychological Evaluation– After passing the background check, a conditional offer of employment may be extended. All candidates must be recommended for hire based on the psychological evaluation.
Medical Examination / Work Performance Test / Drug test– Candidates must successfully pass the medical examination, work performance and pre-employment drug screen.
Criminal Background Checks:
Convictions are not an automatic disqualification from the selection process and must fall within Minnesota State Statute 6700.0700.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
Candidates will be notified of their application status through email only.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attached a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
Yes
No
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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?
CareerForce Center
Community Event/Organization
Employee Referral
Facebook
Glassdoor
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
Twitter
Website: governmentjobs.com
Website: metrocouncil.org
Website: metrotransit.org
Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
Other
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Which of the following best describes your Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board licensure or eligibility for Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board licensing?
I am currently licensed by Minnesota P.O.S.T.
I have passed the POST test and I am currently eligible for MN POST licensing, but my license is inactive.
I have passed the POST test and I am currently eligible for MN POST licensing, but my license has not been activated.
I am not currently eligible for MN POST licensing, but will be by the time of conditional offer (after background is complete).
I am NOT eligible for MN POST licensing.
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I have completed the necessary education and SKILLS to be MN POST license eligible or am already licensed.
Yes
No
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If you answered "No" to the previous question, please indicate the date you anticipate completion of your education and SKILLS.
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Do you have previous experience working as a full-time sworn police officer? (Full-Time sworn is defined as a full-time licensed officer working full-time hours).
Less than 18 months
18-24 months
24-36 months
36 or more months
I do not have full-time sworn police officer experience.
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Have you been suspended or terminated from employment within the past three (3) years?
Yes
No
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If hired by the Metro Transit Police Department, would you be eligible to carry a firearm in the State of MN?
Yes
No
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Are you conversational in any language other than English? (Include Sign Language)
Yes
No
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If you answered yes to question #10, please list language(s) and describe your level of proficiency.
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Why are you interested in becoming a Police Officer with the Metro Transit Police Department?
Required Question
Agency
Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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