Law Enforcement Job Openings 

A full listing of Minnesota jobs in law enforcement can be found on the MN POST job opportunities website.

If you are a Minnesota police department and would like your job opening published on this page, please contact [email protected].

Police Chief, City of Elk River
Application deadline: Friday, August 9, 2024

The City of Elk River (approx. pop. 27,000 covering 44 square miles) is seeking a highly experienced and visionary leader to serve as our next Police Chief. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated and professional police department committed to community-oriented policing and exceptional public safety services.

Police Department Size: 35 sworn officers, 10 civilian staff
Annual Police Calls for Service: Approximately 25,500

Learn more and apply.

 

 

 

Director of Public Safety, City of Mankato
Application deadline: Tuesday, August 20, 2024

 

The City of Mankato (pop. 45,995) is seeking a new Director of Public Safety due to the retirement of a long-term Director. Located in the scenic Minnesota River Valley and an hour and a half southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Mankato is the centerpiece of a prosperous, progressive, and culturally rich Midwest agricultural region.

The new Director of Public Safety will be a dedicated and ethical team player who can quickly gain the confidence of the community, department staff, elected officials, and business owners. The Director of Public Safety must possess the ability to build community trust through the development of partnerships with stakeholders, utilizing proven public safety best practices, and being accessible to Mankato citizens.

Interested candidates must submit by email a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least five professional references with names, phone numbers, and email addresses. Learn more and submit your application or questions: