Police Officer

City of Mandan; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Excellent retirement plan

Generous vacation and sick leave

10 paid holidays per year

Job summary

The City of Mandan in North Dakota seeks a full-time Police Officer – Grade 17 to enforce laws and protect life and property. The role covers patrols, investigations, and responding to emergencies while serving the Mandan community with professionalism.

Qualified candidates will have POST-related training or eligibility, a valid ND driver's license, and strong communication skills. Retirement, health insurance, and leave benefits are highlighted in the city’s postings.

Qualifications

• Completion of specialized training in the field and basic high school education.
• Experience to understand the major duties of the position.
• Valid North Dakota driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to meet POST Certification requirements for North Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the city to deter crime and traffic violations.
• Respond to calls for service including domestic disputes and accidents.
• Investigate incidents, interview victims and witnesses, collect evidence.
• Arrest offenders and provide backup to other officers.
• Assist motorists and direct traffic for events.
• Complete all required reports and maintain equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Criminal code knowledge

Traffic code knowledge

Smartphone/computer skills

Oral and written communication

Emergency equipment operation

Radar operation

Testify in court

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

POST certification or eligible

Tools

Police radios

Patrol car equipment

Radar equipment

Job description

The City of Mandan, North Dakota is accepting applications for the full-time position of:Police Officer – Grade 17.

Why work for us?

• 100% employer-paid single or family health insurance coverage - Benefits start first of the month after you do!
• Excellent Retirement: NDPERs contributions
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals - start accruing on day one!
• 10 paid holidays per year - Get paid time and a half for every hour worked on the holiday & up to 8 hours added to your vacation balance!

Learn more about all of the City of Mandan Benefits here: Employee Benefits

Wage Range:

Starting at $28.36 per hour (DOE)

Status:

Non-exempt/Full-time

Closing Date:

Applications will be accepted through December 31, 2026 (at 9:00 a.m. CT)

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

**Qualified candidates will be considered upon receipt of application. The position may be filled prior to the listed closing date after successful completion of the application and interview process.

North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Certification/License from a Reciprocal State is **preferred but NOT required for this posting.

Learn more about the City of Mandan and Police Department at the links below:

• Welcome to Mandan
• Police

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Patrols the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
• Responds to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others.
• Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, and securing crime scenes.
• Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; subpoenas witnesses.
• Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary.
• Assists motorists.
• Provides traffic direction as needed for events such as parades, funerals, events, and school crossings.
• Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary.
• Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports.
• Inspects and maintains assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment.
• Serves in special positions and on special teams and units as assigned, including Detective, Field Training Officer, Warrant Officer, K-9 Officer, SWAT, School Resource Officer, Traffic Control, etc.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, city codes, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of law enforcement principles and practices.
• Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
• Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
• Skill in the use of a computer.
• Skill in operating police vehicles, firearms, and emergency equipment.
• Skill in operating radios and communications equipment.
• Skill in operating radar equipment.
• Skill in restraining persons without causing physical harm.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification for the State of North Dakota.

North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Certification/License from a Reciprocal State is preferred but not required.