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Police Cadet - City of Edina

Job Description: The Police Cadet position is a part-time position which provides support services to all divisions within the Police Department. This position works a varied schedule 30 or more hours per week including day, evening, weekend and holiday hours. It is a two-year maximum position. To be eligible for hire, applicants must have an expected graduation date in the Fall of 2027 or later.

The Police Cadet is a uniformed apprentice-type position assisting in various community service-oriented activities and police officer support services. This position will provide learning opportunities and inter-departmental mentorship with the goal of being promoted to a police officer position at the conclusion of the position upon meeting Department expectations and open police officer positions. Tuition assistance to complete a degree and become POST Eligible will be provided.

Agency: City of Edina

Location: Edina, MN

Region: 9

Pay Rate: $23.49 - $29.56 Hourly

Deadline: Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Website Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edinamn/jobs/5361618/police-cadet?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Police Cadet - St. Anthony Police Department

Job Description: The St. Anthony Police Department is seeking motivated and community-oriented individuals for the position of Police Cadet. The Police Cadet position is a part-time, uniformed, career development position that provides support services to all divisions within the Police Department while serving the communities of St. Anthony, Lauderdale, and Falcon Heights. Cadets work a varied schedule of approximately 29 hours per week, including day, evening and weekends. The department recognizes the importance of academic success and is committed to working collaboratively with cadets to provide scheduling flexibility that supports educational commitments and POST eligibility requirements. To be eligible for hire, applicants must have an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2027 or later from a POST-eligible law enforcement program or related field of study.

The Police Cadet position is designed to provide hands-on law enforcement experience, mentorship, and professional development opportunities while preparing individuals for a successful career in public safety and community-oriented policing. Cadets assist officers and department staff with community engagement initiatives, administrative support functions, traffic and event assistance, report preparation, crime prevention activities, and other police support services. Tuition assistance may be available to assist cadets in completing educational requirements necessary to become Minnesota POST eligible.

Agency: St. Anthony Police Department

Location: 3301 Silver Lake Rd St. Anthony, MN 55418

Region: 9

Pay Rate: $25.18

Deadline: Until filled

Website Link: https://www.savmn.com/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=102&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Police-Cadet-89

FT/PT CSO (Community Service Officer) - Minneapolis Police Department

Job Description: Embark on your journey to becoming a Minneapolis Police Officer with our CSO program! No or partial college degree? Not a problem, MPD is looking for candidates with a minimum of a higschool degree or GED. Our unique CSO program not only pays you but covers the costs of your two year law enforcement degree!

Join us in the mission to protect Minnesota's largest city, and enjoy the benefits of being part of a diverse workforce with incredible opportunities for specialty assignments. Minneapolis Police Officers receive cutting-edge training, setting the standard for best practices in law enforcement.

BENEFITS:

WE PAY FOR YOUR TWO YEAR LAW ENFORCEMENT DEGREE

OVERTIME OPPORTUNITIES

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Highschool degree or GED

Community Service Officer pay: $23.82 / hr - $27.57 / HR

This is a full or part time position with a minimum of 20 hours a week. CSO will have flexibility in their scheduling to attend school.

Agency: Minneapolis Police Department

Location: Minneapolis

Region: 9

Pay Rate: $23.82 / Hr - $27.57 / Hr

Deadline: Open until filled

Website Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/minneapolismn/jobs/4747980-0/community-service-officer-amended

FT Police Officer (Cadet) - Minneapolis Police Department

Job Description: Embark on your journey to becoming a Minneapolis Police Officer with our Cadet program! Don't worry if you're not POST certified or haven't completed your theories and skills – we're looking for candidates with any two or four-year degree. Our unique Cadet program not only pays you but covers the costs of your POST certification/license completion.

BENEFITS:

WE PAY FOR YOUR PPOE CERTIFICATION SCHOOL AND PAY YOU WHILE YOU'RE IN SCHOOL!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Any 2 or 4-year degree from a regionally accredited college.

Get certified within 5 months – we cover the costs and guarantee your spot in the 16-week MPD academy to become a Minneapolis Police Officer!

Cadet pay: $32.24 / HR

This full-time position involves variable work shifts, including weekends and holidays. During the Cadet hiring process, you'll undergo a 5-month school followed by a 16-week MPD academy. After successful completion, Officers will participate in FTO. Join us on this exciting career path!

Agency: Minneapolis Police Department

Location: Minneapolis

Region: 9

Pay Rate: $32.24 / HR

Deadline: Open until filled

Website Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/minneapolismn/jobs/4749240-0/police-cadet-amended