POLICE OFFICER

To download the City of Robbinsdale Police Officer Application, please click on the link below: www.Robbinsdalemn.com/Download/JobApplications/PoliceOfficer.pdf

Robbinsdale is currently accepting applications for one full-time Police Officer. Candidates must be eligible for license by the Minnesota POST Board no later than November 1, 2010. The 2010 starting wage is $20.33/hour, plus benefits. Top wage of $31.27/hour after 3 years of service. Additional college incentive pay after 1 year up to 9%.

Deadline for submitting applications is 4:00 p.m., Friday, July 30, 2010. Application and job description available at: http://www.robbinsdalemn.com/police.htm; www.robbinsdalemn.com/employ.asp.; by e-mail abacker@ci.robbinsdale.mn.us; by calling 763-531-1221, or in person at 4101 Hubbard Ave N, Robbinsdale.


Position Summary:  Responsible for the enforcement of laws and ordinances for the City, the maintenance of general order in the City and the performance of a variety of public relations duties.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.

•Must be P.O.S.T. licensed or eligible to be licensed as a full-time police officer in the State of Minnesota for the current opening, and licensed or eligible by November 1, 2010._

•Must have a valid and unrestricted driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

•Must possess a physical condition satisfactory to fulfill the duties of the position as determined by a physician of the City’s choice.

•Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation and physical examination, to include drug testing.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  All applicants must complete a City of Robbinsdale Police Officer Application.  Download this application at http://www.robbinsdale.com/police/htm, www.robbinsdalemn.com/employ.asp., request an application by e-mail, abacker@ci.robbinsdale.mn.us; by telephone, 763-531-1221, by mail, or in person at the Robbinsdale Police Department or City Hall. Return completed application to the Robbinsdale Police Department, 4101 Hubbard Avenue North, Robbinsdale, MN 55422-2280.

If, due to a disability, you need assistance in completing an application or if you anticipate that you need auxiliary aids or assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 753-531-1255 (763-531-1251 TDD)

City of Robbinsdale**763-537-4534
4100 Lakeview Avenue North, Robbinsdale, MN 55422-2280

ROBBINSDALE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY /AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER


POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Police Officer

Department: Police Department
Immediate Supervisor: Sergeant

Date of Latest PD Revision: August 2004

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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Position Objective: General duty Police work involving enforcement of laws and ordinances of the City of Robbinsdale and State of Minnesota, the maintenance of general order in the City, and the performance of a variety of public relations duties. Work is performed in accordance with Department Rules and Regulations and consists of routine patrol, investigative, or traffic enforcement duties. Work involves variety of work shifts and includes working on holidays and weekends. Work occasionally involves personal danger. Officers must exercise good judgment in dealing with emergency situations and must be able to act without direct supervision. An Officer’s work is assisted by special instructions from Department supervisors who review work methods and results through reports, observations, and discussion.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Involves responsibility of performing a variety of informational and public relations duties relative to maintaining general order and a peaceful community.
•Involves answering emergency calls regarding felonies, misdemeanors, other crimes and complaint, medical emergencies, and auto accidents. 
•Officer makes arrests, issue citations, transport prisoners to jail, interrogate suspects, interview witnesses, and testify in Court.
•Patrols the City in a Police vehicle to preserve law and order, prevent crime, discover the commission of a crime, apprehend criminals, enforce traffic laws, direct traffic, and enforce parking regulations.
•Provides a variety of information pertaining to the City and surrounding areas, gives directions, advises where to obtain requested information, and answers questions from the public.
•Helps maintain a peaceful community by responding to routine and emergency calls for service including domestic violence complaints, loitering complaints, animal complaints, noise complaints, medical emergencies, and attempts to prevent potential trouble situations.
•Conducts detailed and thorough investigations of criminal offenses including burglaries, thefts, robberies, assaults and other crimes; makes arrests when appropriate; searches for evidence at crime scenes or protects crime scenes and evidence; takes photographs; conducts interviews and interrogations; assists victims and their families; and prepares reports required by the Department.
•Performs work as the “Officer in Charge” when assigned.
•Performs other assignments such as school patrol, child safety, juvenile liaison at the school(s), DARE, foot patrol, etc.
•Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
•Knowledge of the general Statutes, Ordinances, and regulations pertaining to Police work.
•Working knowledge of the problems and techniques employed in developing effective community and public relations.
•Working knowledge of firearms and first-aid procedures.
•Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
•Ability to cope with a variety of crisis and non-crisis situations firmly but with courtesy, tact, and respect for citizens’ rights.
•Ability to learn and apply modern Police techniques and procedures, principles of investigation and interrogation, and applicable laws and ordinances.
•Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine the proper course of action.
•Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
•Ability to speak and write effectively.
•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
•Must possess the necessary physical strength and agility, good general intelligence, and emotional stability sufficient to meet Police-required duties.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
•POST Licensed or currently eligible to be licensed as a full-time Police Officer in the State of Minnesota
•Valid and unrestricted driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
•Must possess a physical condition satisfactory to fulfill the duties of the position as determined by a physician of the City’s choice.
•Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation and physical examination, to include drug testing.

Preferred Training and Experience:
Previous experience as a Police Officer.

Supervision of Others:
In absence of Sergeant, as “Office-in-Charge”, must supervise a shift.

Responsible for Public Contact:
Extensive public contact. Must deal with the public both courteously and firmly.

Work Environment:
Office and field environment. Requires working both outdoors and indoors in various environmental conditions. Also may occasionally work in or near heat, cold, and hazardous substances. Extensive sitting in squad car.

Essential Physical Requirements:
The physical demands are those encountered while performing the listed essential functions. Normal vision needed with or without correction. Must be able to effectively communicate both written and orally with the public. Must be able to move about freely on public and private property, this includes climbing stairs or walking on uneven surfaces. Must be able to bend and move about in tight spaces. Must be able to handle objects, to grasp, turn, or otherwise use hands. Must be able to lift at all levels and up to 90 pounds in some cases. 

The City of Robbinsdale does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, and handicapped status in employment or the provision of services.

Download Standard Employment Application

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Paid on Call Firefighters WANTED!

The Robbinsdale Fire Department is currently seeking applicants for the position of paid on call firefighter. The department is looking to hire new members that can respond to fire calls during the daytime hours of 6AM to 6PM Monday to Friday.
All applicants must reside or be employed full time at an established business within a 2 mile radius of the Robbinsdale Fire Station. If you are a community orientated, motivated individual, that is physically fit, over the age of 18 with a High School Diploma or GED and a valid Minnesota Drivers License you may have a future in firefighting.

Applications are available at Robbinsdale City Hall or on line at www. Robbinsdalemn.com.

For more information you may call the Robbinsdale Fire Department at 763-531-1234. The Robbinsdale Employment Application can be obtained by clicking the link below. www.robbinsdalemn.com/download/jobapplications/cityapplication.pdf