Police Officer Full-Time

Who We Are

Be the difference! The Metro Transit Police Department is hiring FT Police Officers and Lateral FT Police Officers. Both are eligible for hiring bonuses. 2026 Salary Rates: Start -- $40.70 hourly / $84,656 annual After year 1 -- $43.96 hourly / $91,437 annual After year 2 -- $47.20 hourly / $98,176 annual After year 3 -- $50.45 hourly / $104,936 annual After year 4 -- $54.26 hourly / $112,861 annual The Metro Transit Police Department is one of the fastest growing agencies in the state due to the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. We are a licensed police force committed to the safety of our customers and employees, serving eight counties and approximately 85 cities in the region. There is an authorized strength of 171 full-time officers, 55 community service offers, and 40 administrative staff dedicated to one thing: public safety on and near our transit system.

Our mission statement is: Safeguarding the transit community with integrity and professionalism while building trust through community partnerships. We strive to provide excellent police service every day. Our core values of honesty, service, and respect are how we will fulfill our mission. We are committed to maintaining and cultivating a diverse department, reflective of the communities we serve. Nearly half of our force is made up of women and people of color. To find out more about the Metro Transit Police Department, please click here.

What You Would Do In This Job

As a Sworn Full-Time Metro Transit Police Officer, you will protect employees and passengers, and safeguard property and equipment of Metro Transit across all municipalities of our eight county Metro-wide system. You will patrol assigned areas in a squad car, on foot, or onboard public transit and perform visual inspections and recognize, respond, investigate, and enforce violations of laws and ordinances.

What Education And Experience Are Required For This Job (Minimum Qualifications)

• An associate degree in Law Enforcement from an accredited College or University AND must currently be MN Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensed or eligible to be POST licensed as a full-time peace officer in the State of Minnesota by the time of conditional offer. Note: A conditional offer is only extended after the background is complete. Verification of eligibility for license must be available by this time.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

FT Officers are eligible for up to a $4,000 hiring bonus: $1,000 after successful completion of the Academy $1,000 after completion of FTO, and $2,000 after successfully completing a probationary period.

To be eligible for a Lateral Officer you: Must currently be employed full-time in a sworn position by a law enforcement agency. Must have at least 18 months of continuous experience in a sworn position (must be immediately preceding employment with Metro Transit to be eligible for the hiring bonus). An associate degree in Law Enforcement from an accredited College or University AND must currently be MN Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) licensed. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Lateral Officers are eligible for an $8,000 hiring bonus. $4,000 upon successful completion of (6) six months of employment. $4,000 upon successful completion of (12) twelve months of employment.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Bachelor's degree in law enforcement from an accredited College or University Conversational in a second language other than English For a full listing of job duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities and physical requirements, click HERE.

Additional Information

Union: Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) 432 FLSA: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive: Yes, subject to random DOT drug tests SELECTION PROCESS: The MTPD is committed to selecting individuals who align with our mission and the values of honesty, respect, and service. Therefore, candidates will be referred to the hiring supervisor for consideration based on the evidence collected in the following assessment process:

1. Minimum Qualification Review - Review by Human Resources to ensure minimum qualifications are met.
2. Structured Panel Interview – Scored interview by a panel of Metro Transit/Met Council staff.
3. Subject Matter Expert Review
4. Background Check – Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Metro Transit Police Department.
5. Psychological Evaluation – After passing the background check, a conditional offer of employment may be extended. All candidates must be recommended for hire based on the psychological evaluation.
6. Medical Examination / Work Performance Test / Drug test – Candidates must successfully pass the medical examination, work performance and pre-employment drug screen.

Criminal Background Checks: Convictions are not an automatic disqualification from the selection process and must fall within Minnesota State Statute 6700.0700. IMPORTANT: A lack of demonstrated adherence to our core values of honesty, respect, and service—or the submission of false or withheld information—may result in disqualification from employment consideration. Candidates will be notified of their application status through email only. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Benefits

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

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• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
• parking at many job locations
• fitness centers at many job locations
• Employee Assistance Program
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources