Police Officer

JOB Join an Award-Winning Force The Columbia Heights Police Department (CHPD) is recognized for its dedication to community policing and innovative crime prevention . We're seeking motivated, community-oriented individuals to join our team and help us continue to build strong relationships and maintain the safety and well-being of our residents. Who We're Looking For The Columbia Heights Police Department welcomes lateral officers and new recruits who are ready to make a difference. Preference will be given to experienced officers and new law enforcement graduates , but applicants with a college degree who are looking to transition into a law enforcement career are also encouraged to apply. Compensation & Benefits Hourly pay: $45.06-$52.40 Lateral pay and vacation accrual based on prior experience Longevity pay: $168/month after 2 years (increases at 4, 8, 10, and 12 years) Bilingual pay: $150/month Instructor pay and specialty assignment compensation (up to $250/month) 104 hours of holiday pay per year Vacation accrual: 120 hours in the first year Excellent PERA retirement plan and optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive medical and dental benefits Officer-in-Charge and FTO shift pay Tuition reimbursement Wellness-focused benefits, including on-duty gym access Specialty Units & Opportunities Drone Team Mobile Field Force Drug Task Force (DTF) Investigations School Resource Officer (SRO) Community Policing Officer (COP) SWAT Team Use-of-Force / Firearms Instructor Street Crimes Unit Violent Offender Task Force Traffic Unit Why Columbia Heights PD? Strong community support and engagement Cutting-edge technology and equipment Leadership training and advancement opportunities Commitment to officer wellness and innovation

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Understand and apply the Community Oriented policing philosophy of the Columbia Heights Police Department in the performance of police duties. Patrols the City, on foot or in a vehicle, to preserve law and order, prevent and discover commission of crime, apprehend criminals and offenders, and to enforce vehicle and traffic laws, directs traffic, and enforces parking ordinances. Provides a variety of information pertaining to the City and surrounding areas; gives directions and advises the public as to regulations, ordinances, where to obtain requested information, and locations of buildings, businesses, and residents; answers other questions. Maintains a peaceful climate throughout the City; responds to domestic complaints; prevents loitering, responds to nuisance calls pertaining to stray animals, excessive noise, trespassing, and others; attempts to prevent potential troublesome situations. Conducts detailed and thorough investigations of criminal offenses including burglaries, robberies, vandalisms, assaults, and other crimes and checks a variety of sources for stolen property; apprehends and arrests violators; makes a thorough search of crime scene for evidence or clues gathered, and protects evidence; searches for and apprehends violators; takes pictures; serves papers; conducts interviews. Answers fire, accident, and other calls; mediates domestic disputes; delivers official city communications; assists victims and their families and friends; monitors residences of out-of-town citizens; prepares case, complaint, and shift reports; conducts preliminary investigations. Provide credible testimony and/or evidence at trials, hearings, and before grand juries, as required. Maintain strong code of ethics of the highest standard of conduct while on and off duty. May perform lead work duties as required. Performs special assignments such as those relating to school patrol or bicycle safety programs. Performs other work as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Ready to serve a community that supports you? Apply today at columbiaheightsmn.gov/employment or contact MMarkham@columbiaheightsmn.gov for more information.