Police Officer - St Anthony

About the role

The St. Anthony Police Department is expanding its team of 30 sworn officers, offering a career path that emphasizes opportunity, teamwork, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work 12-hour patrol shifts (6 AM–6 PM and 6 PM–6 AM) with every other weekend off.
• Pursue specialized assignments including SWAT (tactical and negotiator), Investigations, Ramsey County VCET, grant-funded traffic enforcement details, Drone Team, Peer Support Team, Community Engagement Team, and instructor roles in firearms, defensive tactics, and field training.

Requirements

Officers must meet the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of full-time law enforcement experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must pass a background check, physical fitness test, psychological evaluation, and drug screening.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Previous experience in SWAT, Investigations, or related fields.
• Experience with firearms, defensive tactics, and field training.
• Knowledge of community policing principles and practices.

Skills

Essential skills for this position include:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in computer systems and software applications.

Benefits

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.

Pay

Hiring Incentive (Conditions Apply): $5,000 for New Officers, $10,000 for Lateral Office.

Schedule

Officers work 12-hour patrol shifts (6 AM–6 PM and 6 PM–6 AM) with every other weekend off.