Job Description
JOB Join the Savage Police Department - Be Part of Something Great!The Savage Police Department is seeking dedicated, service-oriented Police Officer candidates with high ethical standards and a strong work ethic to join our team of 38 sworn professionals committed to protecting and serving our community.As a Savage Police Officer, you will protect life and property, prevent crime, enforce laws and ordinances, and engage with the community to build trust and partnerships.Specialized Career Opportunities Include: Tri-City Tactical TeamField Training OfficerGeneral Investigations (Detective)Community Focused Investigations Team (CFIT) - NEWUse of Force / Firearms InstructorCrime Scene TechnicianDigital Forensic ExaminerSchool Resource OfficerTraffic Safety OfficerWhy Choose Savage PD?Family-Friendly Schedule: 4/5/5/4 rotation with 11-hour shiftsWellness Support: On-duty workout time, mental health check-ins, and comprehensive training to help you succeed.Great Community: Savage offers 24 parks, vibrant retail areas and strong partnerships with neighboring cities.Progressive Culture: Groomed facial hair and visible tattoos allowed, assigned squads in climate-controlled garage.Unmatched Support: Our residents, city leadership and staff recognize and value the importance of public safety.We care deeply about our officers - both on and off duty - and work hard to create an environment where you thrive personally and professionally.Lateral CandidatesLateral officers are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for higher starting pay and an accelerated hiring process. Lateral candidates are defined as those who have successfully completed a probationary period as a sworn law enforcement officer with an agency in the United States. Lateral Program Benefits include: Accelerated hiring process: command-level interview, background, medical and psychological assessmentShift differential pay ($0.75 per hour for night shifts)Eligible for specialized assignments after probation (and with 3 year's experience), including Investigations, SWAT, SRO, Instructor, Drug Task Force, or Traffic Safety Officer.Come work with us - Savage PD is the place to be!For questions regarding your application or the NeoGov application software, contact HR Director Kris Wilson at kwilson@savagemn.gov.For general questions about the position or becoming a member of the Savage Police Department, contact Sgt. Alden White, Recruitment Supervisor, at awhite@savagemn.gov . Learn more at www.savagemn.gov/departments/police-department/join-our-team EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Respond on or off duty to police calls and emergencies as directed; provides assistance as needed.Properly investigate complaints, maintains order in disputes, and handles community outreach duties as assigned. Patrol assigned area by vehicle or foot to deter and detect unlawful activities; observe and detect traffic violations, enforce vehicle, and traffic laws check for suspicious activities, actively seek wanted persons or property, and operate vehicle in emergency mode when necessary.Apprehend violators and perform investigation work.Arrest and process suspects, documents evidence, completes detailed reports, appears and/or testifies in court as required, and serves subpoenas as directed.Ability to utilize de-escalation tactics, which may take the form of scene management, team tactics, and/or individual engagement.Tactically face threatening situations and be prepared to use deadly force when justified.Monitor and ensure proper flow of traffic. Direct traffic when necessary and report hazardous conditions. Investigate and prepare traffic accident reports. Enforces parking ordinances, reports abandoned or damaged vehicles, and assists stranded motorists. Request checks on vehicle registrations, warrants, and firearms; issue tickets, citations, and tags for illegal violations.Operate and maintain communication equipment tactical tools, vehicles and equipment, office electronics, issued equipment/uniforms and reports damage, loss, or improperly operating equipment to immediate supervisor.Maintain effective community relations. Includes answering questions, referrals to proper law enforcement agencies, provides directions, assistance as needed, and participate in community outreach activities. Maintain relationships with other governmental agencies and schools for coordination of investigations and other activities.Maintain personal character, ethics, skills proficiency, and physical conditioning.Stay abreast of developments in the field of law enforcement and changes in related laws and ordinances.When on Assignment to Investigation Division: Plan investigat