Police Officer

The City of Lakeville, a rapidly growing community in the south metro, is looking for Police Officer candidates to join our team. We seek individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrate professionalism, and are passionate about serving the public. Our core values focus on hard work, fun, responsibility, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. If these align with your values, we encourage you to apply. Applicants must be POST licensed or eligible to be licensed by October 2, 2026. Responsibilities Respond to police calls and/or emergencies, both off‑duty and on‑duty, as directed. Operate vehicles properly under both emergency and tactical conditions. Handle arrest situations and procedures as appropriate. This may include the apprehension of violators or providing appropriate warnings to suspects. Monitor and control hazardous roadway conditions and perform immediate action to remedy hazardous conditions; enforce traffic laws and other ordinances; and assist stranded motorists. Respond to traffic accidents and triage scenes. Provide rescue help and emergency first aid treatment as necessary and provide support to other agencies as directed. Conduct initial review of investigations including taking statements and gathering information or physical evidence as required. Serve warrants and subpoenas as directed. Respond and react to various complaints and calls for assistance as appropriate or directed. Complete required reports and related documents for investigations, accidents, and preparation for court. Interact with victims, witnesses, survivors, and outside agencies in order to maintain effective community relations. Communicate appropriate information to help make the public aware of special areas of concern. Monitor and report on vehicle condition and appearance. Request necessary repairs. Restock vehicle with supplies when appropriate. Perform such other duties as are consistent with the tasks of the position and as may be assigned by the Chief of Police, his designee, or the City. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field; or An Associate's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field. Eligible to be licensed as a peace officer by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Must possess a valid driver's license. Must successfully complete a physical exam, psychological assessment, drug and alcohol screening, and background investigation. No felony convictions. Knowledge of State Statutes and local ordinances. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge and experience in computer operations, including word processing. Ability to cope with situations professionally, courteously and tactfully and with respect for the rights of the citizen. Ability to acquire skill in the use and care of firearms. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force. Requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions; frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; tasting or smelling; pushing or pulling and lifting. Requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound. Requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities. Requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally to wet, humid conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, with explosives, vibration, wearing a self‑contained breathing apparatus and exposure to bloodborne pathogens; may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. Typically works in a loud noise location. Desired Qualifications Knowledge of modern police service delivery and investigation methods and procedures. Knowledge of recent developments, current literature and sources of information regarding modern police methods, techniques, and records. Our commitment to public safety begins with our commitment to you. As a Lakeville Police Officer, you will also have premier access to the brand-new First Responder Skills Training (FiRST) Center—a state‑of‑the‑art facility where you will train safely, realistically, and consistently. We ensure you are equipped, confident, and ready for whatever the shift brings. Join a department that invests heavily in your operational readiness, tactical skills, and well‑being. If you are looking for an agency that prioritizes your safety and continuous professional growth with elite‑level training, your career belongs here. City of Lakeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr