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POLICE OFFICER
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City of Minot
Minot, ND (In Person)
$72,631 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
The City of Minot is accepting qualified applications for the entry-level position of Police Officer in the Minot Police Department. All qualified applicants must successfully complete the
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All applications must include official copies of college transcript and any additional materials such as cover letter, resume, and credentials to include licenses and certificates, DD214, NGB22.+ Compensation and BenetsThe assigned salary range for Police Officer under the 2026 City of Minot Annual Pay Plan is Grade 60, with an associated pay range of $26.83/hour - $39.83/hour. Aggressive pay increase structure, featuring standard annual increases, as well as career ladder increases available at 3 and 5 years. Additional market increases provided as indicated with Annual Pay Plan. This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position.
North Dakota Veterans Preference Applicable under NDCC 37-19.1Please contact Human Resources to schedule the written exam at 701-857-4756+ Questions?
IPMA-HR POA
Series written police exam, MPAT physical agility test, oral interviews, background investigation, personality assessment and post-offer medical exam. + Nature of WorkThis is an exciting position in a state-of-the art law enforcement agency where you will work to serve and protect this community through the enforcement of state and local laws and ordinances. Work involves responsibility maintaining public safety in the City by enforcing laws. Work is reviewed through reports, observations, and discussions and evaluations. Please review the attached job description for complete details. + Education and ExperienceQualified applicants must possess at least one of the seven following requirements: 60 or more accredited college creditsPossess a current North Dakota (or other state) Peace Officer LicenseCompletion of a state certified Law Enforcement Skills ProgramFulfillment and certification of at least ONE full term Active-Duty US Military Enlistment with an honorable discharge (DD214 required)Completion ofAT LEAST
(2) years of enlistment and discharged due to injury or other non-disciplinary reason with no less than a General Discharge. Applicants DD214 must be reviewed by the Chief of Police or designee for approval.Completion of
AT LEAST
(4) years of National Guard service with a letter from commander outlining dates of service, and that applicant is in good standing with their unit with no disciplinary issues. If no longer serving, applicant must provide their NGB22 form for proof of service with a General or Honorable Discharge (to be reviewed by the Chief of Police).Completion ofAT LEAST
(2) years as a Corrections Officer with the completion of a state certified Correctional Officer Skills course.All applications must include official copies of college transcript and any additional materials such as cover letter, resume, and credentials to include licenses and certificates, DD214, NGB22.+ Compensation and BenetsThe assigned salary range for Police Officer under the 2026 City of Minot Annual Pay Plan is Grade 60, with an associated pay range of $26.83/hour - $39.83/hour. Aggressive pay increase structure, featuring standard annual increases, as well as career ladder increases available at 3 and 5 years. Additional market increases provided as indicated with Annual Pay Plan. This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position.
Benefits Include:
BCBSND Medical, Dental, VisionLife InsuranceNDPERS PensionFlexible Spending AccountsDisability InsurancePaid Time Off Please see the current City of Minot Benets Guide for complete information. Information regarding the salary increase structure and any applicable promotional ladder or advancement structure is available in the current City of Minot Annual Pay Plan.+ Application and Testing RequirementsAll qualified applicants must successfully complete theIPMA-HR POA
Series written police exam, MPAT physical agility test, oral interviews, background investigation, personality assessment and post-offer medical exam. Click Here for MPAT Physical Agility GuideClick here for MPAT Video Click here for Written Test- IPMA-HR, POA Cognitive Series optional guideA City of Minot Application for Employment must be submitted through the City of Minot website.North Dakota Veterans Preference Applicable under NDCC 37-19.1Please contact Human Resources to schedule the written exam at 701-857-4756+ Questions?