Police Officer - Elk River

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $43.13/hr

Top patrol pay in 2 years

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT $3,000/yr

Full uniforms and equipment supplied

Overtime opportunities

1–3% wage incentive potential

Lateral pay for experienced officers

Job summary

The Elk River Police Department is seeking full-time Police Officers committed to service, integrity, and professionalism. Join a department that supports growth and values hard work, with opportunities to advance and specialize through assignments like SWAT, K-9, Drone, Bike Team, Detectives, Drug Task Force and SRO.

Starting pay is $43.13 per hour with top patrol pay after two years, plus annual tuition reimbursement of $3,000, full uniforms and equipment, abundant overtime, and potential wage

Qualifications

• Full-time POST license by application.
• First responder certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to meet state and City requirements, including background and physical exams.

Job description

Job Posting

Join a department where you're supported, valued, and empowered to grow. The Elk River Police Department is seeking full-time Police Officers committed to service, integrity, and professionalism.

At Elk River PD, officers have access to specialty assignments, competitive pay, modern equipment, and opportunities to build a career without leaving the department.

What Sets Elk River Apart

• $43.13/hour starting pay with top patrol pay in 2 years (2026 Salary range: $37.37 to $54.75/hr.).
• SWAT, K-9, Drone, Bike Team, Detectives, Drug Task Force, SRO and more
• Abundant overtime
• $3,000/year tuition reimbursement
• Full uniforms and equipment provided
• 1–3% wage incentive potential
• Lateral officers may qualify for immediate top patrol pay

Minimum Qualifications: Full-time POST license by application; first responder certification or ability to obtain within 6 months; valid driver’s license; ability to meet state and City requirements, including background and physical exams.

More opportunity. More ways to build your career.

EOE.

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