Police Officer - Patrol

City of Burnsville, MN; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burnsville is seeking a Police Officer to protect lives and property and serve a vibrant, welcoming community in the south metro of the Twin Cities. This role emphasizes community-oriented policing, emergency response, and collaborative teamwork across the police department.

You will rotate shifts, gather evidence, answer questions, direct traffic, and deter unlawful activity while upholding six strategic priorities: safety, engagement, culture, vibrancy, infrastructure, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree by the date of hire.
• Minnesota Peace Officer License eligible by hire date.
• Valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Providing rescue help and emergency first aid treatment.
• Answering questions, providing directions and prompt assistance to the community.
• Deter and detect unlawful activities by effective police work.
• Gather evidence, question victims, suspects and witnesses, and follow up on related leads.
• Responding to calls for assistance, investigating complaints, and maintaining order in disputes.
• Directing traffic, reporting hazardous conditions, and enforcing ordinances.
• This role works rotating shifts.

Skills

Communication

Emergency response

Evidence gathering

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The City of Burnsville is seeking to fill the position of Police Officer, your service to our community is a vital part of creating a Burnsville that is a vibrant city, boldly leading and welcoming to all. We believe community safety starts with workplace culture and support from the community, City staff and the City Council. As you commit to protecting lives and property, we make a commitment to invest in you.

Position Details

We are a community where people feel safe and welcome to be themselves, visitors find a place they want to come back to again and again, businesses are positioned for success and our team finds meaningful work and opportunities to grow.

This position will be:

• Providing rescue help and emergency first aid treatment.
• Answering questions, providing directions and prompt assistance to the community.
• Deter and detect unlawful activities by effective police work.
• Gather evidence, question victims, suspects and witnesses, and follow up on related leads.
• Responding to calls for assistance, investigating complaints, and maintaining order in disputes.
• Directing traffic, reporting hazardous conditions, and enforcing ordinances.
• This role works rotating shifts

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree by the date of hire, Minnesota Peace Officer License eligible by hire date and valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s License. Local government experience preferred.

The City of Burnsville is a vibrant and welcoming community in the south metro of the Twin Cities and proudly ranks as the 9th largest suburb in Minnesota. Home to more than 64,000 residents, Burnsville is a place where people, businesses, and neighborhoods are connected and supported. Every day, our staff help bring our vision to life by delivering exceptional public service and making a meaningful difference in our community. The Burnsville Police Department was founded on a vision of progressive law enforcement principles; our Police Department is a team of 88 sworn officers and 21 civilians who use community-oriented policing to provide public safety.

Our work is guided by six strategic priorities: safety, community engagement, organizational culture, community vibrancy, infrastructure, and sustainability. These priorities represent our core commitments to the community and shape how our more than 300 staff members serve residents, collaborate across teams and plan for the future.

At the City of Burnsville, you'll find meaningful work and a team that values collaboration, innovation and the unique strengths each employee brings. Whether you're beginning your public service career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping support a welcoming, connected community. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

First round interviews will be held October 12th with potential second round interviews being held October 15th.