Police Officer - Lateral

Join the community at the University of Minnesota's Twin Cities campus! In this centrally located, urban environment, you'll support a safe and inclusive environment for students, staff, faculty, and visitors.

Police officers are responsible for:

• Patrolling property owned, leased, or operated by the Regents of the University of Minnesota (specifically the Twin Cities campus)
• Providing a safe environment for University students, staff, faculty, and visitors
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service
• Enforcing applicable statutes and ordinances
• Providing emergency medical assistance
• Working with the University community to increase safety through collaboration, problem solving, and education
• Other duties as assigned, including investigative or other specialty assignments such as bike patrol or motorcycle patrol

Lateral candidates with 3 years or more of experience may be eligible for top-step compensation.

We will be accepting applications until Friday, September 4th, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Compensation Package

• 2026 hourly top pay rate $57.61

• Competitive benefits (outlined below) including a tuition reimbursement program that covers 100% of the tuition cost for eligible employees pursuing their first baccalaureate degree and 75% of the tuition cost for all other eligible employees with supervisor approval.

• See the Pay and Benefits section for more information.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Patrol assigned area on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or patrol car while interacting with the community and delivering service.*
• 20% - Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.*
• 10% - Direct automobile, bicycle and pedestrian traffic on or near campus.*
• 5% - Administer medical treatment when necessary.*
• 5% - Issues traffic citations in University area; arrest violators of local ordinances and State and Federal statutes.*
• 5% - Work with the University community to increase safety through collaborations, problem solving, and education.*
• 5% - Other duties as assigned.

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Work Environment:
The work is primarily performed on a large and urban university campus. Police officers work in demanding and extreme physical environments and may be required to be in dangerous situations that pose a risk to their personal safety and health, such as incidents involving the threat of, or actual use of, a dangerous or deadly weapon by another individual. Police officers must be able to work all times of the day and every day of the year. They must also be able to work in various types of weather and disaster conditions.

Required

• Two or four-year degree from an education program certified by the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board or a two-year degree from a non-certified education program plus certification by the Minnesota POST Board. (Police officers from other states must pass a reciprocity exam through the POST Board.)
• Eligibility to be licensed as a peace officer by the Minnesota POST Board and remain licensed throughout employment
• One year of sworn law enforcement experience
• Pass a pre-employment background investigation
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's license with a good driving record
• Candidates who receive a conditional job offer must pass a psychological exam and a fitness for duty physical exam.

Preferred

• Prior experience in a law enforcement agency. Candidates with prior relevant sworn law enforcement experience will participate in an abbreviated field training program and are eligible to be hired at up to the 24 months of service step and receive the 36 month/top police officer rate after 12 months and the successful completion of probation.
• Demonstrated focus on servicing the community
• Experience in a multicultural community
• Volunteer experience
• Fluency in a second language

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of criminal and motor vehicle laws and ordinances, case law, department and University policies and procedures, proper use of force techniques and standards, and knowledge of weapon use and abilities.
• Ability to multitask while patrolling an area and being vigilant of what is occurring around them, while also listening to a police radio and keeping track of what their fellow officers are doing and whether or not they need assistance.
• Ability to communicate well with diverse ethnic and socioeconomic groups in a wide variety of situations.
• Ability to act with authority in stressful situations to keep and/or maintain the peace.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and individuals, run after individuals, use physical force to apprehend individuals, climb fences/walls and stairs, and operate a motor vehicle at extreme conditions.

Pay Range: $40.28 - $57.61 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

• To be considered for this position, please attach a resume to your application.
• Applications will be accepted until Friday September 4th at 4:00 PM

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.