Police Officer - Lateral Transfer

About the role

The City of Eagan is actively recruiting experienced lateral officers to join their well-resourced and forward-thinking department. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a range of vacation and sick leave options.

Responsibilities

• Patrol city to deter and detect criminal activity and perform traffic law enforcement;
• Make arrests, where appropriate;
• Administer first aid;
• Rescue persons in dangerous or accident situations;
• Drive a squad car at normal and high speeds;
• Sit and stand for long periods of time;
• Chase suspects on foot over all types of ground conditions;
• Identify colors for identification;
• Qualify with department authorized firearms;
• Operate a variety of equipment;
• Communicate with the public and members of the Police Department;
• Maintain physical fitness.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as a Minnesota Peace Officer (POST);
• At least one year of law enforcement experience;
• Out-of-state officers should review Minnesota POST Board reciprocity requirements;
• Able to perform essential position functions under various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License;
• Associate’s Degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field;
• Currently licensed as a Minnesota Peace Officer (POST);
• One or more years of law enforcement experience;
• Successful completion of job-related medical, physical agility, drug, and psychological examinations;
• Able to perform essential position functions under the working conditions as described.

Skills

• Sound judgment;
• Professionalism;
• Strong communication skills;
• Commitment to high-quality police work;
• Effective communication with the public and members of the Police Department;
• Ability to express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing;
• Knowledge of and commitment to Community Orientated Policing/Problem Oriented Policing as a department philosophy;
• Ability to work in all weather conditions experienced in Minnesota.

Benefits

• Medical – Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN;
• Dental – Health Partners;
• Basic Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability;
• Voluntary Life Insurance;
• Accident Insurance;
• Vision;
• Legal Services;
• Flexible Spending (medical and dependent care);
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Discount programs;
• Retirement and Medical Savings Options;
• Retirement Investment opportunities through MissionSquare Retirement and Minnesota State Retirement System;
• PERA Pension;
• Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP).

Pay

$47.24 – $54.59/hour (2026 contract rate)

Schedule

40 hours of vacation available immediately; 120 hours (15 days) annually after accrual begins; 10-hour shifts offering additional days off; On-duty workout time to support officer wellness.