Police Officer Full-Time

3 months ago

Minneapolis, United States Metropolitan Council Full time
WHO WE ARE


The Metro Transit Police Department is hiring FT Police Officers and Lateral FT Police Officers. Both are eligible for hiring bonuses


2024 Salary Rates:
Start -- $37.81 hourly / $78,645 annual
After year 1 -- $40.84 hourly / $84,947 annual
After year 2 -- $43.86 hourly / $91,229 annual
After year 3 -- $46.87 hourly / $97,490 annual
After year 4 -- $50.41 hourly / $104,853 annual

The Metro Transit Police Department is one of the fastest growing law enforcement agencies in the state due 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, 80 part-time officers, 70 community service officers 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.



We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us

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 or eligible 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, click HERE. 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:

  1. Minimum Qualification Review - Review by Human Resources to ensure minimum qualifications are met, including an acceptable Work Record Evaluation for internal ATU employees.
  2. Structured Panel Interview - Scored interview by a panel of Metro Transit/Met Council staff.
  3. Chief Selection Interview - Interview including the Chief of Police (may be held after background is complete).
  4. Background Check - Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Metro Transit Police Department.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.

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