Police Officer – Merit-Based Pay & Growth Path (MN)

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

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