Police Officers - Full-time and Part-time

Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Police
Bargaining Unit: Police
Probation Period: 12 months
To ensure preservation of peace and public safety through the enforcement of local, state, and Federal laws, and by providing support and assistance during emergency or crisis situations.
* Maintain a positive, visible law enforcement presence in the community.
Respond to and document reports of crime.

• Plan, conduct, coordinate, and document investigations of possible criminal activity.
• Coordinate case preparation with assigned prosecutors, law enforcement, and other personnel.
• Testify in court.
• Gather intelligence and other information relating to possible criminal activity.
• Conduct surveillance operations.

Instruct entry-level personnel as Field Training Officer.
Participate in Special Operations Units as assigned.
Instruct others during training sessions, classes, and group meetings.
Analyze, organize, and present intelligence and other information relating to suspected criminal activity.
Reconstruct incidents using mathematical, computer, and other techniques.
Education & Experience Requirements (standards are determined by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board):
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements and have a minimum of three (3) additional years of experience as a licensed police officer working in a law enforcement capacity:
70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Alternative Exam Process (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)
For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.
Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)
If the examination is an Education & Experience Review, the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing, shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested, and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. VETERANS PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, seasonal, temporary, or part-time non-union selections
To apply for Veterans Preference, the applicant must attach the required documents when submitting their application.

Scan and combine all documents into one file before uploading it to the Attachments section of the application.
Points are only awarded if the applicant passes all exams and submits all required documents to Human Resources.
Veteran
Required Documents:
~ Disabled Veteran
Required Documents:
Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA) Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.
Spouse of Disabled Veteran
Required Documents:
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.
The applicant must currently be married to the veteran;
The veteran must meet the minimum qualifications for the position but be unable to use the preference because of a service-connected disability. The applicant must explain this in their response to the related question in the Agency Questions section of the application.
Spouse of Deceased Veteran
Required Documents:
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater.
The veteran must have died during active duty or as a result of an injury received during active duty.
Points are only awarded to Disabled Veteran's score one time, on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment.
Disabled Veteran
Required Documents:
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 50% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.
Please refer to for additional information about Veterans' Preference.
Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
Paid Holidays
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Benefits
Training and Advancement Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.
Do you have three years of experience as a licensed police officer working in a law enforcement capacity?
Please explain your law enforcement employment and all positions or assignments held. Please explain if you have been a Firearms Instructor, Field Training Officer, or related position.