Police Officer - Brainerd

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brainerd is hiring a Police Officer in Brainerd, Minnesota. The role offers a 2026 hourly pay range of $39.12 to $46.56, with a 2026 Hiring Range of $39.12–$43.58 per hour depending on qualifications.

A performance-based pay opportunity may raise earnings to $52.16 per hour. Qualified applicants must hold or obtain a Minnesota driver’s license within 30 days, be eligible for Minnesota Peace Officer licensure within nine months, and meet Minnesota POST requirements.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

MN driver’s license

Peace Officer license eligibility

Minnesota POST requirements

Job description

Job Posting

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

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

The City of Brainerd is recruiting a Police Officer.

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.

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

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

EOE

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.