Patrol Officer

Assist in the investigation of criminal offenses, accidents and other police related issues.  Respond to complaints such as trespassers, fights, domestics, and alarms.  Handle arrest situations and associated activities.  Drive a patrol car to monitor traffic problems and violations.  Write detailed reports to document activities.  Ensure public order is maintained/restored.  Answer questions form the public on the phone or in person.  Monitor and gather evidence at crime scenes.  Interview suspects, witnesses, citizens, victims, ets.  Face situations and be prepared to use force as necessary.  Testify at trials, hearings, and or grand juries. Other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications: 
 -Applicants must be POST licensed as a full-time peace officer, eligible to be licensed, or current criminal justice students who anticipate taking the POST licensing exam before August 1st, 2026.
 -Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
 

Pay range: 

$77,706.84 - $100,223.44 annually (2026)

$80,038.08 – $103,230.36 annually (2027)

Lateral entry qualifications:
-Applicants with four (4) or more years of current and continuous full-time peace officer experience in good standing are eligible for lateral pay entry based upon professional growth, continuing education, jurisdiction size, specialized training and/or experience, additional work assignments (e.g., FTO, CISM team, SRO, U/F instructor, etc.)

Lateral hire pay ranges: $90,919.56 - $100,223.44 annually. Lateral entry officers will also receive 45 hours of banked sick and vacation time to be used in accordance with city policy and collective bargaining contract. 
 

Selection process:
-Command interview panel
-Background investigation
-Medical examination
-Psychological pre-employment screening
 To apply complete:

1. City of North Mankato employment application
2. Upload cover letter and resume

Send to:
 
City of North Mankato
Attn: April Van Genderen 
1001 Belgrade Ave
North Mankato, MN 56003
[email protected]

Questions can be directed to Chief Ross Gullickson at 507/625-7883.