Community-Policing Officer: Protect, Investigate, Serve

City of Brainerd; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brainerd seeks a Police Officer to perform protective service duties, enforce laws, investigate crimes, and provide public safety support. The role operates under supervision from sergeants and command staff and includes testifying in court, preparing reports, and participating in community policing efforts.

Candidates must meet licensing requirements and complete POST standards, with opportunities for advancement and performance-based pay adjustments as outlined in the city pay plan.

Qualifications

• Valid MN driver’s license required within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed as a full-time Peace Officer in the State of Minnesota within nine months.
• Maintains Minnesota POST requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas using a patrol vehicle or on foot to observe violations of traffic laws and disturbances of law and order.
• Interview victims and witnesses to gather information for incidents.
• Respond to dispatches, serve warrants, and complete arrest records.
• Conduct criminal investigations, interview suspects, gather evidence and prepare case reports for prosecution.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation according to departmental procedures.
• Enforce traffic laws and provide first responder medical assistance.
• Make arrests and testify in court.
• Provide police escorts and perform security checks at locations.
• Participate in training and community policing activities.
• Assist other law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles and communicate issues to supervision.

Skills

Police methods

Geography knowledge

Rules and regulations

Firearms proficiency

Police radio operation

Report writing

Multi-tasking

Education

MN driver’s license within 30 days

Peace Officer license

Minnesota POST requirements

Tools

In-squad computers

Police vehicle operation

Citations & records management

Job description

The City of Brainerd seeks a Police Officer to perform protective service duties, enforce laws, investigate crimes, and provide public safety support. The role operates under supervision from sergeants and command staff and includes testifying in court, preparing reports, and participating in community policing efforts.

Candidates must meet licensing requirements and complete POST standards, with opportunities for advancement and performance-based pay adjustments as outlined in the city pay plan.