Requirements
• Currently employed as a full-time Police Officer (or higher police department rank) by a public agency having a merit system. • One year experience as a Police Officer. • At least 21 years old. • Licensed as a Peace Officer in the state of Minnesota, or eligible to take the MN reciprocity exam. • Possess a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license. The driver's license must have no suspensions or revocations for driving-related offenses within the two-year period prior to the date of appointment. Suspensions for parking-related offenses are excluded. Physical Fitness Standards As the law enforcement profession is physically and emotionally challenging, the Saint Paul Police Department has established minimum fitness standards. To minimize disease, injuries and poor health risk, police officer candidates are expected to be physically fit prior to participating in the police academy. At the end of the academy, candidates must be able to successfully perform all physical tests. The tests and standards include body composition, flexibility, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. Detailed information can be found online at https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/police/administrationoffice-chief/become-saint-paul-police-officer/descriptionpolice.
The City of Saint Paul is currently accepting applications for Police Officer under our Civil Service transfer rule. Applicants must be currently employed in another jurisdiction as a police officer.
Selection Information
The City of Saint Paul will be utilizing a transfer rule to fill these positions. Selected applicants will be notified when and where to appear for an interview. Selected applicants must pass a medical exam (including drug and alcohol screening), psychological exam and extensive background check prior to hiring. New hires must successfully complete the police academy, including a physical fitness test, and will have a one- year probationary period after completion of the academy.
The complete job description can be found online. Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the Police Officer Job Description.