Job Description: Looking to serve in a community that values trust, professionalism, and progress? The Albert Lea Police Department is hiring Police Officers – and we’re looking for both entry-level recruits and experienced lateral transfers who are passionate about making a difference.
Join a department that truly embraces community policing, supports career advancement, and offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant city of 18,500 people – just 75 miles south of the Twin Cities.
Why Albert Lea?
• Competitive Pay
• Lateral Transfer Opportunities – Bring your experience and step into a pay grade that matches your qualifications (subject to Chief's discretion)
• Well-Equipped Department – Officers have access to modern equipment and technology, including updated squad vehicles, drones, BWCs, 40mm less-lethal options, PepperBall systems, and other tools that support effective, professional policing
• Relocation Incentives – We’ll help you make the move! (Negotiable)
• Community-Centered Mission – Be part of a team that’s committed to building strong partnerships and real impact.
What We’re Looking For:
• Licensed by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board, or eligible for licensure at time of hire
• Valid driver’s license
• Integrity, strong communication skills, and a desire to serve with excellence
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Job Description: Looking to serve in a community that values trust, professionalism, and progress? The Albert Lea Police Department is hiring Police Officers – and we’re looking for both entry-level recruits and experienced lateral transfers who are passionate about making a difference.
Join a department that truly embraces community policing, supports career advancement, and offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant city of 18,500 people – just 75 miles south of the Twin Cities.
Why Albert Lea?
• Competitive Pay
• Lateral Transfer Opportunities – Bring your experience and step into a pay grade that matches your qualifications (subject to Chief's discretion)
• Well-Equipped Department – Officers have access to modern equipment and technology, including updated squad vehicles, drones, BWCs, 40mm less-lethal options, PepperBall systems, and other tools that support effective, professional policing
• Relocation Incentives – We’ll help you make the move! (Negotiable)
• Community-Centered Mission – Be part of a team that’s committed to building strong partnerships and real impact.
What We’re Looking For:
• Licensed by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board, or eligible for licensure at time of hire
• Valid driver’s license
• Integrity, strong communication skills, and a desire to serve with excellence
Agencies wishing to have a position posted on this page should send an email with the correct information using the form shown below. Please email all positions directly to postboard.agency.docs@state.mn.us to ensure your position gets posted.
NOTE: These postings are for Minnesota licensed Peace Officer positions only.
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Job Description: Looking to serve in a community that values trust, professionalism, and progress? The Albert Lea Police Department is hiring Police Officers – and we’re looking for both entry-level recruits and experienced lateral transfers who are passionate about making a difference.
Join a department that truly embraces community policing, supports career advancement, and offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant city of 18,500 people – just 75 miles south of the Twin Cities.
Why Albert Lea?
• Competitive Pay
• Lateral Transfer Opportunities – Bring your experience and step into a pay grade that matches your qualifications (subject to Chief's discretion)
• Well-Equipped Department – Officers have access to modern equipment and technology, including updated squad vehicles, drones, BWCs, 40mm less-lethal options, PepperBall systems, and other tools that support effective, professional policing
• Relocation Incentives – We’ll help you make the move! (Negotiable)
• Community-Centered Mission – Be part of a team that’s committed to building strong partnerships and real impact.
What We’re Looking For:
• Licensed by the Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board, or eligible for licensure at time of hire
• Valid driver’s license
• Integrity, strong communication skills, and a desire to serve with excellence
