The City of Rochester invites you to join a highly respected police department and serve the citizens of one of America's #1 cities.

Police Officers perform general duty police work in protecting life and property, maintaining order, preventing crimes, apprehending criminals, and enforcing laws and ordinances. Work is performed in accordance with department rules and regulations and a variety of legislated and other enactments and precedents. Work usually consists of routine patrol, preliminary investigation and traffic regulation duties that may performed in patrol cars or on foot. Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must able to act without direct supervision and exercise discretion and independent judgment in meeting emergencies. Assignments and general and/or special instructions are received from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through analysis of records submitted, personal inspection and discussion. Positions at this level receive performance evaluations from designated supervisor.

2009 STARTING PAY RATE $23.024/HR - $27.877/HR DOQ

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*A. Perform preventive patrol

Make vehicles stops for traffic and/or equipment violations

Conduct residential and commercial building security checks

Assist stalled motorists, provide directions and other information and remove items from roadways which may be a danger to traffic flow

Prepare and submit reports on complaints, damage to property, thefts and other incidents

Subdue and arrest individuals for commission of crimes and/or violations

Serve warrants and subpoenas

Patrol an assigned area of the City on foot or in a radio-equipped vehicle and respond to calls
*B. Perform investigative duties

Investigate traffic accidents and complaints involving crimes and/or violations

Execute search warrants

Conduct preliminary investigations, gather and label evidence, interview victims and/or witnesses and write investigative report

Testify in court
*C. Perform service related functions

1. Respond to medical emergencies

Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic for events (parades, fairs, sporting events, general congestion etc.)

Respond to parking complaints and enforce parking regulations

Provide escort service when appropriate

Maintain crowd control at fire scenes, parades, fairs, riots, and other public disorders

Provide first line response to fire or similar disasters to protect the public and facilitate disaster relief efforts

Walk through businesses and neighborhoods to be visible and help prevent crime

Meet with citizens and/or groups to resolve or reduce community crime and safety issues
D. Perform special assignments

Work in junior and senior high schools as liaison officers

Train and supervise new officers

Provide crime prevention training/seminars to businesses, schools, and neighborhood groups

Conduct investigations under the direction of the Narcotic and Detective Divisions

Interact with other law enforcement agencies, criminal justice system agencies and social/community agencies

*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

To be eligible to apply for the position of police officer, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

Have an "active" license in the State of Minnesota, meaning that applicant has met the State of Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board approved requirements for obtaining and maintaining a valid license; or

Have an "inactive" license in the State of Minnesota, meaning that applicant has previously held an "active" license and is eligible to reactivate it in this State; or

Have successfully completed the State of Minnesota POST Board approved professional Peace Officer education and skills requirements and passed the "Peace Officer Licensing Examination" by a date designated by the commission each application period; or

Have completed basic police training or certification requirements in another state with which Minnesota has reciprocity, meaning that an out-of-state applicant has been found to be eligible to take the licensing examination in Minnesota or who has left Minnesota law enforcement prior to licensing and is eligible to take the reciprocity examination.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be free from any physical or emotional/mental conditions which might adversely affect the individual's performance of the duties of police officer.

Must be a citizen of the United States and possess and be able to maintain a valid Minnesota driver's license or in the case of residency therein, a valid driver's license from a contiguous state; or eligibility to obtain either of the above.
STATE REQUIREMENT BEFORE EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT

Must be a licensed MN Peace Officer or eligible to be licensed by the State of Minnesota pursuant to MN Statute 626.84-626.885 and 4 Minnesota Code of Agency Rules (MCAR) 13.001-13.020. Eligible to be licensed is defined as having completed the academic and skills training required by Minnesota Statutes.

ADDITIONAL SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Every licensed peace officer is required by 4 Minnesota Code of Agency Rules (MCAR) 13.008 to complete forty-eight (48) hours of Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board approved education during each three-year licensing period.

THIS POSITION IS COVERED UNDER THE RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM

Employees currently in the position or individuals hired for this position must be able to meet medical qualifications for the use of a respirator.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Knowledge of modern police methods and procedures

Knowledge of the limits on the use of force, including deadly force

Knowledge of state laws and City ordinances

Knowledge of the geography and demographics of the City to include economic and social characteristics and the location of important buildings

Ability to understand and carry out effectively oral and written instructions

Ability to prepare accurate, clear and concise reports

Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public

Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies

Ability to learn and use problem solving techniques

Ability to maintain composure

Ability to testify accurately and completely in court

Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds

Skill in listening and problem solving

Skill in the use of first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Skill in the use of firearms and law enforcement related equipment
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT THE FOLLOWING REPRESENTS THE PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires a majority of time spent either walking or sitting with some standing and lifting.

Weights of objects to be lifted, carried or pushed/pulled will range from ten (10) to over one hundred (100) pounds.

Climbing of stairs is often required as well as movements such as balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching, handling, fingering and feeling.

Repetitive movements of both the hands and feet are often required.

Excellent sensory skills are important (sight, hearing and speech) as well as the ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Majority of the work is performed outside with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, heat, cold, heights, glare, body fluids and physical confrontations.

(A breakdown of the physical and environmental demands is available on the "Job Analysis of Physical and Environmental Demands" in the Human Resources Department)


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING APPLICATION

Read the job announcement carefully to be sure that you meet all requirements.


Applicants are encouraged to apply online or you may apply in person at the Department of Human Resources, 201 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, Minnesota.

If applying online, go to either: www.rochestermn.gov OR http://agency.governmentjobs.com/rochester

If applying in person please note that that there is a special application for Police Officer; the standard City of Rochester employment application form from the Department of Human Resources cannot be accepted. Obtain the special application/supplemental questions from the Department of Human Resources, 201 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, Minnesota. Upon completion, the application can be submitted at the Department of Human Resources. The Human Resources Department hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This office will be closed on all Holidays observed by the City of Rochester.

Please be specific and complete when filling out the “Employment History” and "Education" sections. Applications that are incomplete may not receive full credit or be completely removed from further consideration.


Applications are accepted only for the job posted and must be received or postmaked by the application closing date.

If applying via paper application, please print clearly with ink or type.