Patrol Officer: Protect, Respond & Serve

New Ulm; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Ulm Police Department is seeking a qualified full-time Police Officer to serve the community under the direction of the Chief of Police. The role includes enforcing laws, protecting life and property, and performing investigations and court-related duties.

Applicants should meet Minnesota certification requirements, possess a valid driver's license, and demonstrate strong communication, de-escalation, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws.
• Thorough knowledge of Police Policy Manual, routing forms, reports and time sheets.
• Ability to effectively deal with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with fellow Officers and people in related agencies.
• Considerable knowledge of the use of weapons, Taser, pepper spray, baton and handcuffs.
• Knowledge of current events and local geography.
• Ability to handle stress and remain in control at all times and knowledge of de-escalation procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to use a digital camera, audio recorder, personal computer and associated software.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively apply generally accepted law enforcement methods related to the prevention, detection and suppression of criminal activity.

Responsibilities

• Preserves and maintains public peace.
• Protects life and property.
• Detects and prevents crime.
• Enforces all laws and ordinances.
• Responds to accidents, fires and other incidents.
• Apprehends and arrests law violators.
• Writes reports of crimes, accidents and investigations.
• Interviews witnesses, victims and suspects.
• Testifies in court.
• Administers first aid and performs rescue and recovery functions.
• Maintains a minimum level of proficiency in department firearms.
• Attends required training and maintains licenses.

Skills

Federal/state/local laws

Police Policy Manual

Public interaction

Interagency cooperation

Weapon handling

Situational awareness

De-escalation

Digital camera use

Criminal investigation methods

Education

Associate or Bachelor in criminal justice

Minnesota officer certification requirements

Tools

Digital camera

Audio recorder

Personal computer

Job description

The New Ulm Police Department is seeking a qualified full-time Police Officer to serve the community under the direction of the Chief of Police. The role includes enforcing laws, protecting life and property, and performing investigations and court-related duties.

Applicants should meet Minnesota certification requirements, possess a valid driver's license, and demonstrate strong communication, de-escalation, and teamwork skills.