Patrol Officer
Apply NowCompany: City of Red Wing, MN
Location: Red Wing, MN 55066
Description:
Salary : $78,187.20 - $104,977.60 Annually
Location : Red Wing, MN
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 25-00004
Department/Division: Police
Opening Date: 04/02/2025
Closing Date: 4/23/2025 4:30 PM Central
Job Summary
The City of Red Wing is accepting applications to fill one Full-time Patrol Officer position.
Join our dedicated team in serving and protecting the community of Red Wing!
The City values its employees and is committed to the well-being of its citizens. The City Council strongly supports its public safety departments.
Specialty assignments or positions include: ERT (swat), part-time assistant trainer and a full-time trainer, peer support, field training officer, predatory offender tracking officer, bike patrol, violent crime/drug task force, investigator, emergency management, school resource officer, and K9.
Lateral candidates may start at an advanced wage step based on years of experience, current rate of pay, education, certifications, and other relevant factors. Pre-hire vacation hours negotiable. We offer a combination of 11 & 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off. Additionally, RWPD provides a competitive benefits package. Read more about it on next tab!
The Red Wing Police Department continues to employ and train a highly motivated and skilled team, preserving the highest ethical standards with an unyielding dedication to service. Patrol Officers serve and protect the safety of the community by enforcing state and local statutes, investigating crimes, apprehending criminals, resolving conflicts, and providing emergency services or assistance to those in need.
If extended a conditional offer of employment, candidate must pass a comprehensive background check, psychological exam, WorkSTEPS physical agility test and medical exams.
Essential Job Functions
Experience, Education, Certifications, Physical Requirements
Experience: Previous law enforcement experience is preferred.
Minimum Education Requirements: Associate degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field as mandated by POST (or eligible for licensure by POST).
Certification/Licenses: Licensed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota by time of hire. Must possess a valid driver's license. CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or the ability to acquire such within six months of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge
Federal, state, and local laws and department policies related to police work.
Community-building and teamwork.
Thorough understanding of City's functions, policies, and procedures.
Skills
Good negotiation and investigative skills.
Good oral and written communications and relational skills.
Follow and relay oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
Abilities
Required to carry firearm and take appropriate safety precautions.
Maintain composure and provide direction in stressful situations.
Analytical and problem solving.
Work effectively with others.
Uniform Allowance - Initial uniforms & equipment are provided with an annual allowance of $917.36 thereafter. The uniform allowance will be increased each year by the amount of the base salary increase.
Health Benefits
Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield
2- Network choices & 3- plan options.
The three plans we offer are $1,500 single/$3,000 family Deductible Plan with VEBA, $3,500 single/$7,000 family HDHP with HSA, $6,350 single/$12,700 family HDHP with HSA, and City Paid AFLAC Accident Plan.
The City will make VEBA or HSA contributions, amount depends on the network and plan selected.
Participate in the City's Biometric Screening Incentive Program & save $20.84 per month for a single plan and $31.25 per month for employee and spouse on medical premiums. If participated in the screening you will receive an 8-hour wellness day that has to be used within the year.
Health Insurance Opt-Out Program
The City will pay $4,200 for the year to eligible individuals who have an alternative source of group health coverage that is not part of the City's group plan. The opt-out payment will be prorated for the balance of the plan year. You will receive $350 in the form of taxable income on the 1st pay period of each month.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - WEX
Set aside pre-tax dollars from each paycheck for qualified health and dependent care expenses.Health Care FSA - used to pay for eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses. Dependent Care FSA - used to pay for eligible dependent care services, such as preschool, summer day camp, before or after school programs
Dental Insurance - Mutual of Omaha
Single, Employee +1, and family coverage options are available.
Vision Insurance -Base Plan benefit available to all employees and dependents enrolled in a health plan through The Standard at no cost to the employee. This is a reimbursement plan of up to $150 calendar year maximum. Buy-up plan is the VSP Choice Network. Employee pays for plan premium if you choose the buy-up plan.
City Paid Life Insurance - The Mutual of Omaha
The City provides $50,000 in basic life insurance & AD&D at no cost.
Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for themselves, their spouses, and dependents.
City Paid Long-term Disability Insurance - MetLife
Paid Time Off
VACATION: See Schedule Below
SICK: Accrue 4.62 hours bi-weekly
HOLIDAY: 12 8-hour holidays, payable in the second paycheck in November. Plus holiday pay at time and one-half hourly rate for all hours worked on the 12 official City holidays.
WELLNESS DAY
Retirement Benefits
Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA):
Membership in PERA is automatic for non-elected public employees who meet minimum salary and position eligibility requirements set by Minnesota statute. Both the employee and the City contribute to the employee's PERA benefit.
457 Deferred Compensation Plans
The City offers deferred compensation plans through the following organizations: Nationwide and Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP).
Tuition Reimbursement
Regular full and part time employees who have completed probation are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement. The City will reimburse 100% of approved qualified education related expenses for approved educational courses to an annual maximum of $5,250 per calendar year. All courses must be pre-approved by the Department Head and Administrative Services.
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Programs
Employee Health and Wellness
M Heath Fairview: Our employee assistance program, this plan includes:
Financial Wellness
Free comprehensive financial plan through intellicents - meet with a financial planner and receive a written financial plan!
Free Life Steps financial wellness app that encourages behavioral changes around money management
Worksite Benefits through AFLAC
Worksite benefits offer supplemental coverage for specific conditions/situations. These policies are offered as optional purchases and provide coverage alongside traditional health insurance plans.
01
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
02
What is your highest level of education?
03
Do you have an Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement?
04
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Law Enforcement?
05
If in a related field, list your degree:
06
Are you licensed as a Peace Officer in the State of Minnesota? (If yes, please provide a copy of your Peace Officer License to the application)
07
Are you P.O.S.T eligible? (If yes, please provide a copy of the letter from the MN P.O.S.T Board confirming your eligibility)
08
If taking the P.O.S.T exam, please provide the date of the exam and attach a copy of the registration for the exam to your application:
09
How many years do you have in a sworn law enforcement position?
10
Please describe experience below by listing employer, position and dates of employment.
11
Do you have experience in a non-licensed law enforcement related position such as a Community Service Officer, Police Reserve or similar position?
12
If yes, please describe below by listing employer, position, and dates of employment.
13
Do you have a current certification in: (If you check any of the following, please attach a copy to your application)
14
Are you fluent in a second language or sign language?
15
If yes, please list all languages you are able to speak and/or write and explain proficiency in each. (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced)
16
Please describe your volunteer/community service experience. (Include organization, date(s) and volunteer role)
17
Please list your experience with computers, databases, Word Processors/Microsoft Suite such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or email with Outlook and level of proficiency with each. (Levels are: basic, intermediate, or advanced)
Required Question
Location : Red Wing, MN
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 25-00004
Department/Division: Police
Opening Date: 04/02/2025
Closing Date: 4/23/2025 4:30 PM Central
Job Summary
The City of Red Wing is accepting applications to fill one Full-time Patrol Officer position.
Join our dedicated team in serving and protecting the community of Red Wing!
The City values its employees and is committed to the well-being of its citizens. The City Council strongly supports its public safety departments.
Specialty assignments or positions include: ERT (swat), part-time assistant trainer and a full-time trainer, peer support, field training officer, predatory offender tracking officer, bike patrol, violent crime/drug task force, investigator, emergency management, school resource officer, and K9.
Lateral candidates may start at an advanced wage step based on years of experience, current rate of pay, education, certifications, and other relevant factors. Pre-hire vacation hours negotiable. We offer a combination of 11 & 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off. Additionally, RWPD provides a competitive benefits package. Read more about it on next tab!
The Red Wing Police Department continues to employ and train a highly motivated and skilled team, preserving the highest ethical standards with an unyielding dedication to service. Patrol Officers serve and protect the safety of the community by enforcing state and local statutes, investigating crimes, apprehending criminals, resolving conflicts, and providing emergency services or assistance to those in need.
If extended a conditional offer of employment, candidate must pass a comprehensive background check, psychological exam, WorkSTEPS physical agility test and medical exams.
Essential Job Functions
- Patrol the business and residential areas of the City of Red Wing on foot, bike or in vehicle, looking for signs of criminal activity to enforce laws and ensure safety and security.
- Respond to accidents, medical emergencies, fire scenes and other emergencies as required; administer first aid until more qualified personnel arrive on the scene; direct traffic flow and contact tow trucks to clear away damaged vehicles.
- Enforces traffic laws, operate radar, and write violations.
- Administers and/or monitors drug and alcohol tests.
- Periodically check the security of business establishments and vacant residences.
- Resolve and mediate disputes in citizens' homes, places of business, or other public gathering places.
- Investigate accidents and responds to public assists.
- Investigates crimes
- Testify in court as arresting officer in criminal and civil matters whenever needed.
- Transport and deliver paperwork to courts, City Hall, City Council members, attorney offices, and other places as necessary.
- Provide backup to other officers or agencies when needed.
- Participate in community policing and crime prevention efforts as directed.
- Attend required training classes and complete qualifications necessary to maintain POST license.
- May act as Field Training Officer to supervise and document the activities of probationary officers during training; may answer new officer questions, evaluate performance, and ensure adequate training.
- Perform community service tasks including notifying next-of-kin of deaths, contacting utility companies for downed lines, assisting the local school patrol, participating in local bike safety and pedestrian safety programs, participating and assisting with school programming, assisting stranded motorists, assisting the elderly, animal control services, and assisting in money transfers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience, Education, Certifications, Physical Requirements
Experience: Previous law enforcement experience is preferred.
Minimum Education Requirements: Associate degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field as mandated by POST (or eligible for licensure by POST).
Certification/Licenses: Licensed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota by time of hire. Must possess a valid driver's license. CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or the ability to acquire such within six months of hire.
Physical Requirements:
- May be required to wear protective body armor, as required by departmental policy, which may cause discomfort in seasonal weather conditions.
- While on patrol or at crime scenes, may have exposure to injury, trauma, angry or violent individuals, animal bites, blood-borne and air-borne diseases, biohazards, traffic accidents, visual and emotional trauma, and adverse road and weather conditions.
- Lift up to 100 pounds.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge
Federal, state, and local laws and department policies related to police work.
Community-building and teamwork.
Thorough understanding of City's functions, policies, and procedures.
Skills
Good negotiation and investigative skills.
Good oral and written communications and relational skills.
Follow and relay oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
Abilities
Required to carry firearm and take appropriate safety precautions.
Maintain composure and provide direction in stressful situations.
Analytical and problem solving.
Work effectively with others.
Uniform Allowance - Initial uniforms & equipment are provided with an annual allowance of $917.36 thereafter. The uniform allowance will be increased each year by the amount of the base salary increase.
Health Benefits
Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield
2- Network choices & 3- plan options.
The three plans we offer are $1,500 single/$3,000 family Deductible Plan with VEBA, $3,500 single/$7,000 family HDHP with HSA, $6,350 single/$12,700 family HDHP with HSA, and City Paid AFLAC Accident Plan.
The City will make VEBA or HSA contributions, amount depends on the network and plan selected.
Participate in the City's Biometric Screening Incentive Program & save $20.84 per month for a single plan and $31.25 per month for employee and spouse on medical premiums. If participated in the screening you will receive an 8-hour wellness day that has to be used within the year.
Health Insurance Opt-Out Program
The City will pay $4,200 for the year to eligible individuals who have an alternative source of group health coverage that is not part of the City's group plan. The opt-out payment will be prorated for the balance of the plan year. You will receive $350 in the form of taxable income on the 1st pay period of each month.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - WEX
Set aside pre-tax dollars from each paycheck for qualified health and dependent care expenses.
Dental Insurance - Mutual of Omaha
Single, Employee +1, and family coverage options are available.
Vision Insurance -
City Paid Life Insurance - The Mutual of Omaha
The City provides $50,000 in basic life insurance & AD&D at no cost.
Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for themselves, their spouses, and dependents.
City Paid Long-term Disability Insurance - MetLife
Paid Time Off
VACATION: See Schedule Below
SICK: Accrue 4.62 hours bi-weekly
HOLIDAY: 12 8-hour holidays, payable in the second paycheck in November. Plus holiday pay at time and one-half hourly rate for all hours worked on the 12 official City holidays.
WELLNESS DAY
Retirement Benefits
Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA):
Membership in PERA is automatic for non-elected public employees who meet minimum salary and position eligibility requirements set by Minnesota statute. Both the employee and the City contribute to the employee's PERA benefit.
457 Deferred Compensation Plans
The City offers deferred compensation plans through the following organizations: Nationwide and Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP).
Tuition Reimbursement
Regular full and part time employees who have completed probation are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement. The City will reimburse 100% of approved qualified education related expenses for approved educational courses to an annual maximum of $5,250 per calendar year. All courses must be pre-approved by the Department Head and Administrative Services.
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Programs
- Blue Cross Advisor
- Omada
- Learn to Live
Employee Health and Wellness
M Heath Fairview: Our employee assistance program, this plan includes:
- 4 free counseling sessions, phone, and in-person options
- Legal services
- Identity theft prevention & support
- Member website with articles and webinars
Financial Wellness
Free comprehensive financial plan through intellicents - meet with a financial planner and receive a written financial plan!
Free Life Steps financial wellness app that encourages behavioral changes around money management
Worksite Benefits through AFLAC
Worksite benefits offer supplemental coverage for specific conditions/situations. These policies are offered as optional purchases and provide coverage alongside traditional health insurance plans.
- Accident Insurance
- Cancer Insurance
- Hospitalization
- Short Term Disability
01
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
02
What is your highest level of education?
- High School /GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate
- None of the above
03
Do you have an Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Law Enforcement?
- Yes
- No
05
If in a related field, list your degree:
06
Are you licensed as a Peace Officer in the State of Minnesota? (If yes, please provide a copy of your Peace Officer License to the application)
- Yes
- No
07
Are you P.O.S.T eligible? (If yes, please provide a copy of the letter from the MN P.O.S.T Board confirming your eligibility)
- Yes
- No
08
If taking the P.O.S.T exam, please provide the date of the exam and attach a copy of the registration for the exam to your application:
09
How many years do you have in a sworn law enforcement position?
- No experience
- 1 - 2 years
- 3 - 4 years
- 5 - 6 Years
- 7 - 8 Years
- 9 - 10 Years
- more than 10 years
10
Please describe experience below by listing employer, position and dates of employment.
11
Do you have experience in a non-licensed law enforcement related position such as a Community Service Officer, Police Reserve or similar position?
- Yes
- No
12
If yes, please describe below by listing employer, position, and dates of employment.
13
Do you have a current certification in: (If you check any of the following, please attach a copy to your application)
- CPR/AED/First Aid
- Standardized Field Sobriety
- DMT-G Operator
- Training Officer/Field Training Officer
- Crime Prevention, Dare or CounterAct
- Drug Recognition Expert
- ERT/SWAT
- K9
- None of the Above
14
Are you fluent in a second language or sign language?
- Yes
- No
15
If yes, please list all languages you are able to speak and/or write and explain proficiency in each. (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced)
16
Please describe your volunteer/community service experience. (Include organization, date(s) and volunteer role)
17
Please list your experience with computers, databases, Word Processors/Microsoft Suite such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or email with Outlook and level of proficiency with each. (Levels are: basic, intermediate, or advanced)
Required Question