Police Cadet "Amended"

City of Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minneapolis Police Department seeks dedicated Police Cadet candidates who are committed to public service and meet qualifications including a degree and a clear background check. The program aims to train future Police Officers and includes medical, physical, and psychological testing, ensuring readiness for law enforcement duties.

Qualifications

• Degree to be completed by the start date of the Cadet Academy (August 25, 2025).
• Must not have a felony conviction.
• Must pass the MPD background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete a law enforcement program at a department-approved institution.
• Promoted to Police Officer upon successful completion of training.
• Must commit to two years of employment post-promotion.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal tact

Empathy

Compassion

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated, and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses, and visitors of Minneapolis.

The Minneapolis Police Department is looking for Police Cadet candidates—people who have a strong sense of commitment to public service, outstanding character, sound judgment, excellent work ethic, effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal tact, empathy, and compassion.

Our Police Cadet program is designed to educate and train future Police Officers. Police Cadets will attend and successfully complete a program in law enforcement at a department-approved institution to meet the academic and technical skills requirements of the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board.

Work Location

This position currently works on-site only.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Information Session

Want to learn more about the Police Cadet position? The Minneapolis Police Department is hosting an information session which you are highly encouraged to attend. Attendance is optional for all applicants or potential applicants. Registration is NOT required.

Date: February 3, 2025, at 5:00 pm

Location: 4119 DuPont Ave North, Minneapolis

Topics discussed will include:

• Application process and educational requirements
• Background investigation information
• Department interview expectations
• Medical, psychological, physical, and drug & alcohol testing for Cadet Academy
• Minnesota P.O.S.T. minimum standards for peace officer licensure

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements

• Attend and complete a law enforcement program at a department-approved institution to meet the academic objectives required to take the Minnesota P.O.S.T. licensing examination.
• When hired, Cadets will be promoted to Police Officer upon successful completion of the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board academic and skill requirements when a recruit academy class is scheduled.
• Cadets must commit to two years of employment with the Minneapolis Police Department following their promotion to Police Officer or pay back, on a pro-rated basis, the costs of tuition paid by the department for the academic training and/or skills course. Dismissed cadets will be forgiven any costs outstanding at the date of termination.
• Failure to successfully complete the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board licensing exam may result in termination.

Working Conditions

Exposure to hazardous conditions and life-threatening situations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university completed by the start date of the Cadet Academy (August 25, 2025).

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver's License
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must not have a felony conviction
• Must pass the MPD background investigation
• Additional standards can be found at Minnesota P.O.S.T. standards

Medical and Physical Requirements

Candidates must be deemed medically and psychologically fit and pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to hire. The position requires physical ability to run, chase suspects, wrestle, jump, crawl, lift up to 25 pounds, and have close distance vision with the ability to adjust focus.

Selection Process

Candidates unable to complete any portion of the process will not be eligible to proceed. The process includes background checks, interviews, and assessments scheduled from March through August 2025, with the academy beginning on August 25, 2025.

Union Representation and Eligible List

This position is represented by AFSCME. Eligible candidates will be placed on a list for employment consideration, which expires after six months.

Additional Skills and Preferences

• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform police duties.
• Proficiency in second languages such as Spanish, Somali, Hmong, or ASL is a plus.

The City of Minneapolis is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.