What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer - Lateral position at City of Rochester, MN?
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester now welcomes applications for
Lateral Police Officers
Consider a career with the City of Rochester.
Lateral officers - are individuals currently employed as a police officers or sheriff's deputies who would begin as RPD officers with their salary to be based on their experience, job knowledge, and level of skill.
Statement of Officer and Department Accountability
Rochester Police Department believes that partnership and collaboration are essential to achieving trust and legitimacy within our community. We focus on the overall wellbeing and safety of our officers. We train and educate officers, giving them the tools they need to do their job safely. We encourage and aid them in achieving their career goals and interests. We champion officer wellness, and offer resources and opportunities to strengthen physical, spiritual and emotional health.
Our core values of integrity, service, compassion, respect, and innovation serve as a guide.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Rochester Police Officers:
- Embrace community policing as a philosophy and demonstrate these principles as part of their organizational culture.
- Are committed to providing fair and impartial law enforcement services.
- Treat people with dignity and respect.
- Remain neutral and transparent in their decision-making, and give individuals a voice through their interaction and engagement with the community.
- Strive to reduce crime and do their part to foster a safe and welcoming place to live, work and visit.
- Pledge to preserve peace, deliver emergency services, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances.
Police Officer Job Description
Notice of Examination
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must:
- Possess a valid Minnesota Peace Officer license, be eligible to be licensed, or be in the process to be licensed in the State of Minnesota; and
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Complete their application online and include both a cover letter and a resume.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Rochester Police Information:
- Department Vision and Mission Statements with RPD Core Values
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
- About the Department
- Pay
- Benefits
Salary : $39 - $54
