Police Officer - Brainerd

Minnesota City Jobs; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota City Jobs has posted a 2026 hiring range for a Brainerd officer position, offering an hourly wage between $39.12 and $46.56 depending on qualifications, with a performance-based opportunity up to $52.16 per hour. The role requires a valid Minnesota driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days, and licensure as a Peace Officer in Minnesota within nine months.

The City emphasizes a merit-based pay system with potential additional steps based on performance, and it is an

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid MN driver’s license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed as a full-time Peace Officer in Minnesota within nine months.
• Maintains Minnesota POST requirements.

Education

Peace Officer license (MN)

Job description

2026 Hiring Range: $39.12 - $43.58 per hour depending on qualifications.

2026 Pay Range: $39.12 - $46.56 per hour.

2026 Performance based pay opportunity: Up to $52.16 per hour.

Qualifications for the position include:

• Possess a valid MN driver’s license or be able to acquire a valid MN driver’s license 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.

The City of Brainerd utilizes a performance-based pay system that provides an opportunity for additional steps based on merit.

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