Police Officer

Salary: $37.00 - $47.00 Hourly
Location : Savage, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00238
Department: Police
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 11:59 PM Central

Position Summary

*Wages are being negotiated for 2026

Under the supervision of a Police Sergeant, this position performs general police work in the protection of life and property, crime prevention, enforcement of laws, ordinances, accidents, and community policing and related programs. The Savage Police Department seeks a dedicated public service candidate with high ethical standards and a strong work ethic.

Lateral Officers will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Top pay for lateral applicants available.
Lateral applicants must have successfully completed a probationary period as a sworn law enforcement officer with a U.S. agency.
Lateral applicants can expect an accelerated hiring process. There will be a command-level interview followed by a background. Upon completion of the background, there will be a medical and psychological assessment.
Lateral applicants can expect (upon completing our lateral field training program) to take part in our wellness program focusing on Mind, Body & Soul, be eligible to participate in our on-duty workout program, and when working night receive night differential of .50 cents per hour. Once off probation laterals that have at least 3 years of experience are eligible to apply for special assignments (Investigations, SWAT, SRO, K-9, Instructor, Drug Task Force, Traffic Safety Officer).
The city offers an excellent benefit package including; uniforms and equipment upon hire, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, medical, dental and vision benefits, city-paid short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Respond on or off duty to police calls and emergencies as directed; provides assistance as needed.
• Properly investigate complaints, maintains order in disputes, and handles community outreach duties as assigned.
• Patrol assigned area by vehicle or foot to deter and detect unlawful activities; observe and detect traffic violations, enforce vehicle, and traffic laws check for suspicious activities, actively seek wanted persons or property, and operate vehicle in emergency mode when necessary.
• Apprehend violators and perform investigation work.
• Arrest and process suspects, documents evidence, completes detailed reports, appears and/or testifies in court as required, and serves subpoenas as directed.
• Ability to utilize de-escalation tactics, which may take the form of scene management, team tactics, and/or individual engagement.
• Tactically face threatening situations and be prepared to use deadly force when justified.
• Monitor and ensure proper flow of traffic. Direct traffic when necessary and report hazardous conditions.
• Investigate and prepare traffic accident reports. Enforces parking ordinances, reports abandoned or damaged vehicles, and assists stranded motorists. Request checks on vehicle registrations, warrants, and firearms; issue tickets, citations, and tags for illegal violations.
• Operate and maintain communication equipment tactical tools, vehicles and equipment, office electronics, issued equipment/uniforms and reports damage, loss, or improperly operating equipment to immediate supervisor.
• Maintain effective community relations. Includes answering questions, referrals to proper law enforcement agencies, provides directions, assistance as needed, and participate in community outreach activities. Maintain relationships with other governmental agencies and schools for coordination of investigations and other activities.
• Maintain personal character, ethics, skills proficiency, and physical conditioning.
• Stay abreast of developments in the field of law enforcement and changes in related laws and ordinances.

When on Assignment to Investigation Division:

• Plan investigation of assigned cases; coordinate investigations with supervisors and patrol as necessary to develop information, determine needs, and schedule specific investigation steps.
• Obtain and process physical evidence; handle or arrange for the processing of a crime scene, follow proper procedures in making arrangements for lab testing and the proper control and documentation of all evidence processing.
• Participate in the apprehension of suspects; work with other members of the department as appropriate; arrange for warrants and subpoenas as required.
• Develop cases for prosecution; build and maintain an accurate and complete case file through reports of action and findings; may recommend disposition of cases and work with the prosecuting attorney's office; make court appearances as required.
• Maintain outside contacts as needed for intelligence information, including contacts with other law enforcement agencies, community resources, and others as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree from an accredited college; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work.
• At least 21 years of age.
• United States Citizen.
• Possess and maintain a Peace Officer license or eligibility to be licensed through the State of Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board by date of hire.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid and unrestricted Minnesota Driver's License.
• Must possess and maintain a physical condition satisfactory to fulfill the duties of the position as determined by a physician of the City's choice.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug test.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field, previous law enforcement experience, and current certification in CPR and First Aid is highly desirable.
Supplemental Information

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Applications will be reviewed as received. Interviews will be scheduled in August 2023.

Additional Information about the Department:
Supportive community, city council, and administration
88 Hour Annual Holiday Check paid to each officer in December.
Groomed facial hair allowed
Progressive tattoo policy
Assigned squads, stored in a climate-controlled garage
Well-equipped and maintained squad cars
Workout room for officers to use while on breaks or when off duty
Progressive career development training opportunities
Opportunities for special assignments, including:
o School Resource Officer
o Detective
o Rotational Summer Detective
o Crime Scene Investigator (fingerprint collection, photography, imprint casting, DNA collection)
o Drug Task Force Agent
o Drug Recognition Expert
o Field Training Officer
o DWI Traffic Safety Officer
o Predatory Offender Compliance Team
o Drug Diversion Program Compliance Team
o Use of Force, Firearm, and Speed Detection Instructors
o Regional SWAT Team Operator, Negotiator
o Evidence Room Technician
o Explorer Post Advisor
Base Patrol Schedule 10.75 Hour shifts = 5 on, 5 off, 5 on, 5 off 4 on 4 off (Every other weekend off).
Paid vacation, sick, and compensation time off

WORK ENVIRONMENT
1.) Normal shift = 10.75 hours
2.) Works both indoors and outdoors, in a controlled environment as well as inclement weather.
The City of Savage offers a complete benefit package to full-time employees including; health, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PERA retirement, deferred compensation plans, wellness programs, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
01

Are you Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensed OR eligible to be licensed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota by the date of a conditional offer of employment?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid and unrestricted Minnesota driver's license.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

04

Which of the following best describes the highest level of education you expect to have completed by the date of a conditional offer of employment?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree in criminal justice or a related field
• Associate's degree in an unrelated field
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field
• Graduate degree or higher in criminal justice or a related field
• Graduate degree or higher in an unrelated field
• None of the above

05

Which of the following best describes your years of full-time equivalent experience as a Peace Officer, Community Service Officer, Police Dispatcher, or Corrections Officer?

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) to less than three (3) years
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years
• Five (5) to less than seven (7) years
• Seven (7) or more years
• None of the above

06

Which of the following best describes your years of experience as a Police or Sheriff's Reserve, Volunteer or Explorer?

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) to less than three (3) years
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years
• Five (5) or more years
• None of the above

07

Which of the following best describes your years of experience as a Military Police Officer?

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) to less than three (3) years
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years
• Five (5) or more years
• None of the above

08

Can you fluently communicate in any non-English languages or American Sign Language?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you currently certified as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic?

• Yes
• No

Required Question