Police Officer

Police Officer Position

The City of Mankato Public Safety is actively recruiting police officer candidates with strong critical thinking skills, effective communication, and a proven dedication to community policing.

We welcome both entry-level and experienced lateral entry candidates. Candidates that are not currently eligible for licensing but expect to complete the MN POST exam by March 1, 2026, are encouraged to apply.

Minimum qualifications of education and experience :

• Associate's Degree in Police Science, Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice from an accredited university, college, or vocational technical institute.
• Licensed by the Minnesota Police Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Board or be eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board by March 1, 2026. (both academic and skills training completed)
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.

What the City of Mankato offers :

2025 SALARY SCHEDULE - Police Officers starting at Entry Wage Progression Officers starting at Entry Wage will move to the next step upon successful completion of FTO during the next compensation increase cycle (March 1, July 1, November 1) Police Officers who receive "meets expectations" during their annual performance evaluation will move to the 1 year step.

2025 Full Salary Schedule Police Officer wage rates include base wage + 1.75% add to base for all hours worked in lieu of time and half for holiday pay.

Wellness and Growth Benefits :

Specialized Unit Opportunities : Detective Division, Tactical Response Team, Police Training Officer, BCA ICAC Task Force, School Resource Officer, Auxiliary Units, Drug & Veterans Court, Toward Zero Deaths, Hostage Negotiator, Predatory Offender Monitoring Team, Drug Task Force PepperBall

If you have any questions about the application process, please email Melissa Weston, Human Resources Specialist at mweston@mankatomn.gov If you have any questions about the roles of a Mankato Police Officer, please call or email Jeremy Clifton, Director of Public Safety at 507-387-8782 or jclifton@mankatomn.gov

The hiring process will include but is not limited to review of qualifications, departmental orientation, panel interviews, background check, fingerprinting, psychological evaluation, physical and drug screen.

If interested, apply here - www.mankatomn.gov / jobs