As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The Minneapolis Police Department is looking for Police Cadet candidates - people who have a strong sense and commitment for public service, outstanding character, sound judgment, excellent work ethic, effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal tact, empathy, and compassion.
Our Police Cadet program is designed to educate and train future Police Officers. Police Cadets will attend and successfully complete a program in law enforcement at a department authorized institution for the purpose of meeting the academic and technical skills requirements of the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board.
Work Location-
This position currently works on-site only.
INFORMATION SESSION
Want to learn more about the Police Cadet position? The Minneapolis Police Department is hosting an information session which you are highly encouraged to attend. Attendance is optional for all applicants or potential applicants. Registration is NOT required.
Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024 at 5:30pm
Location: Special Operations Center (SOC)
4119 Dupont Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
We will highlight and discuss some of these topics:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree from an accredited College or University
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
N/A
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Driver's License
Minnesota Peace Officer Standards Training Board Minimum Selection Standards:
Week of March 1 | National Testing Network Exam is tentatively scheduled. Completion of the National Testing Network places candidates on the eligible list of qualified candidates. |
Week of March 15 | Department interviews are tentatively scheduled. |
Week of March 15 | Selected candidates are scheduled to begin a background investigation, conducted by MPD, which may take up to three (3) months to complete. Selections to move forward in the process will be made upon the completion and review of the background investigation results |
Week of June 17 | Final selections and conditional job offers will be made. |
August 26, 2024 | The Cadet Academy is tentatively scheduled to begin. |
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.