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Application/job description
ERPD IS HIRING A PATROL OFFICER!
Full-time Patrol Officer – East Range Police Department
The East Range Police Department is hiring one (1) full-time Patrol Officer position. The East Range Police Department provides 24/7/365 service to the communities of Aurora and Hoyt Lakes. At full staff, the East Range Police Department consists of seven (7) sworn officers which include the Chief of Police, part time School Resource Officer, two Sergeants and one K9 unit. The patrol officers work four consecutive shifts followed by four days off.
The department currently offers an excellent compensation and benefit package negotiated with Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local No 531.
Full Employer paid deductible.
o Employer funds $2700 to VEBA account for single coverage
o Employer funds $5400 to VEBA account for family coverage
o Single Health Insurance Coverage pays $25 per month
o Family Health Insurance Coverage pays $150 per month
· PERA Employer Contribution 17% of your gross salary
· Employer Paid Life Insurance
· Employer Paid Dental – single or family
· 3 personal days per year
· Prorated 96 hours of vacation per year – Useable during probation.
· Accrued sick time hours
· Employer paid Long Term Disability
· Paid Holidays
· Full Employer paid uniform, boots, duty gear
· Gym Membership
2025 Salary - $35.23/hr
2026 Salary - $37.70/hr
2027 Salary - $39.96/hr
Laterals encouraged to apply!
New hires without experience start at 90% of pay. Laterals with 1 year of experience start at 100% pay with a bank of sick time hours. Laterals also eligible for longevity percentage depending on years of experience.
The successful candidate must be licensed by POST Board or eligible for licensing by the hire date. Candidate must have an associates degree in Law enforcement or related field with a valid MN drivers license. Candidates must pass each of the following components: oral evaluation, background investigation, psychological evaluation, and physical examination including drug testing.
A cover letter, resume and completed application will be accepted in person at 801 Dorchester Drive in Hoyt Lakes, MN 5550 or by emailing tjones097@eastrangepd.com or by mailing to:
East Range Police Department
Attn: Tiffany Jones
206 Kennedy Memorial Drive
Hoyt Lakes, MN 55750
Open until filled.