Police Cadet

Police CadetThe Police Cadet position exists to provide education and career assistance to those interested in law enforcement. Once selected the Police Cadet will attend an approved PPOE program working to obtain an associate degree. The Police Cadet will work a flexible part time schedule at the police department in conjunction with their schooling. While working, the Police Cadet will carry out the mission and vision of the Minnetonka Police Department providing assistance to licensed police officers in their duties as well as the additional duties and responsibilities detailed below.Duties/ResponsibilitiesEnforce applicable ordinances and statutes pertaining to animals, animal control, parking, and selected health and nuisance ordinancesPerform detention duties, including booking, searching, controlling and releasing prisonersProvide traffic control or perimeter security as assignedWork with sworn staff to ensure they have a clean vehicle in proper working order for shift useDeliver vehicles in need of repair to the appropriate city shop or dealership for service.Ensure the cleanliness of the garages and other areas within the police departmentManage, inventory and order miscellaneous suppliesFingerprinting for applicant background investigationsAssist police officers, support services and investigations with any additional operational duties.Prepare and submit accurate and thorough reports and other paperwork required by various job activities, and other duties as assignedDraft minor police reports such as criminal damage to property and theft as needed. When applicable issue summons/citations regarding city code violations• Participate and stay proficient on department recognized defensive tacticsAssist in the recovery and inventorying of lost, abandoned and/or confiscated property• Participate in departmental initiatives which foster positive interaction between the police and members of the community.QualificationsMust be at least 18 years of age.High School diploma or G.E.DPossession of or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid, unrestricted MN Driver's License.Successful completion of a background checkCurrently enrolled or able to apply to and be accepted into an approved two-year law enforcement program.Must immediately start full time college attendance (12 credit hours or four classes per semester or 18 credit hours or six classes per term) upon hire and maintain a 2.00 GPA ("C" average) or betterCadets must be able to safely perform all the tasks and responsibilities of the position and be fit and suitable for promotion to police officerMust possess the desire to become a police officer and work as a police officer for MinnetonkaPreferred QualificationsCity of Minnetonka residencyFluency in a second language, a strong record of community service and a commitment to support a diverse workforce are preferred.Demonstrate the ability to positively enhance understanding/interactions between diverse groups of people.Additional InformationKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesSkilled in report writingAbility to work tactfully and courteously with community members and co-workers; exemplifying teamwork to accomplish Police Department goals quickly and efficiently; relating well interpersonally with individuals or groups; being organized and managing time effectivelyAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships; speak with confidence and professionalism with individuals or groups; operate communications equipment such as a cell phone and police radio; communicate well in written and verbal formats; work well both alone or as part of a teamAbility to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances;Knowledge of criminal code and city code.Knowledge of city and department policies and proceduresThe ability to accomplish stated goals and objectives of the departments.Physical RequirementsThis work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to manipulate, handle or feel and climbing or balancing, frequently requires lifting and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling and pushing or pulling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, exposure to vibration and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).Hiring Process Timeline: (Dates are subject to change if needed)Date: - Hiring Phase:October 23 - November 6 - Application PeriodNovember 17 & 19 - Candidate InterviewsTuesday, November 24 - Chief's InterviewBy December 11 - Background InvestigationWeek of December 14 - Psychological EvaluationFollowing Successful Psych Eval - Conditional/Final Job OfferJanuary 4, 2027 - Anticipated Start DateNot Sure You Meet All the Qualifications? If this role interests you, but you're unsure about meeting all the listed requirements, we encourage you to apply! Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think, and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.How to Apply:Click "Apply" at the top of the page before the closing date.Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links): ResumeCover LetterQuestions? Contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io Process:Open Job Posting: Requisition is open and accepting applications.Selection Process: Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. You'll be notified if selected.Pre-Employment Screening: This may include a driver's license, a criminal history background check, a drug test, a physical exam, a work assessment or simulation, and, if education-based, proof of qualifications.Contact Us: For position-related questions, email Katie Xiong at View email address on click.appcast.io's Preference: Veterans can request preference under MN Statute 197.455 by submitting a DD214 with their application.Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, public assistance status, or other protected classes.BenefitsThis is a non-benefit earning position.