Police Officer

The City of Becker is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Police Officer position. This individual will perform law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property through the prevention and control of crime, preservation of peace, regulation of traffic, and provision of emergency services and other related duties. Lateral pay above starting wage will be considered based on years of service. Officers work a 2-2-3 12-hour non-rotating schedule and receive an excellent benefits package, free membership at the city owned community center, discounted rounds of golf at the city owned championship golf course and opportunities for specialized training. The City of Becker, population 5,074, is located along US Hwy 10 with easy access to the metro or to northern Minnesota. The Becker School District is highly regarded in Central Minnesota and we are fortunate to have strong support of law enforcement in our community.

Qualifications

2 yr. college degree in Criminal Justice or related field

• Licensed by the Minnesota Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)
• Certified EMR
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to communicate with the public, other police department employees, and other city employees through oral and written skills
• Ability to work weekends, evening, and holidays and/or work an assigned shift for an extended period of time Miscellaneous Information Position will be open until filled.