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Police Officer Trainee

City of Eagan
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City of Eagan

Pathways to Policing - Police Trainee

 

The City of Eagan is now accepting applications for the Pathways to Policing program!
Applicants must already possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.
Candidates cannot currently be enrolled in or have completed POST mandated skills training.
Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

Earn pay and benefits while attending a full-time professional peace officer education program (PPOE). The pay range for this position is $28.38 to $36.80 per hour (DOQ) and includes full-time City of Eagan benefits.  If accepted into the program, individuals will attend 40 hours per week of college coursework and training at Hennepin Technical College for approximately 22 weeks, and then take the licensing exam for police officers.  

 

Upon successful completion of the education program and POST test, the candidate will transition into a full-time Police Officer position with the City of Eagan.

 

Essential Position Functions

 

This program is designed to bring non-traditional candidates into the field of law enforcement, thereby removing barriers for those who wish to enter the career. Individuals looking for a new career path and a way to make a difference in their communities are encouraged to apply.

 

Applications and resumes must be received by Thursday, April 23 at 4:00pm (CST).

 

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a first round pre-recorded video interview. Interview invitations will be sent via email with instructions the week of April 27th. 
Second round interviews will take place onsite at the Eagan Police Department the week of May 4th.

 

CLICK HERE to view the full recruitment timeline.

 

The City of Eagan is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Completed Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in any field.
  • Applicants cannot currently be enrolled in or have completed POST mandated skills training.
  • Must have no felony convictions.
  • Involuntary terminations within the past five (5) years may results in application rejection for non-police, sheriff, and government-related positions.
  • Involuntary terminations WILL result in application rejection for police, sheriff, and government-related positions.

 

Things that may help you be successful in this role

  • Ability to fluently speak and proficiently read and write in non-English language.
  • Experience living or working with culturally diverse populations.