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 Team. Field Training Officer. General Investigations (Detective)Community Focused Investigations Team (CFIT) - NEW - Use of Force / Firearms Instructor. Crime Scene Technician. Digital Forensic Examiner. School Resource Officer. Traffic Safety Officer. Why Choose Savage PD? Family-Friendly Schedule: 4/5/5/4 rotation with 11-hour shifts. Wellness 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 Candidates. Lateral 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 assessment. Shift 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 Neo. Gov 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 Essential Functions and Responsibilities 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 investigation of assigned cases; coordinate investigations with supervisors and patrol as necessary to develop information, determine needs, and schedule specific investigation steps. Obtain and process physical evidence; handle or arrange for the processing of a crime scene, follow proper procedures in making arrangements for lab testing and the proper control and documentation of all evidence processing. Participate in the apprehension of suspects; work with other members of the department as appropriate; arrange for warrants and subpoenas as required. Develop cases for prosecution; build and maintain an accurate and complete case file through reports of action and findings; may recommend disposition of cases and work with the prosecuting attorney’s office; make court appearances as required. Maintain outside contacts as needed for intelligence information, including contacts with other law enforcement agencies, community resources, and others as required. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree from an accredited college, university or technical school; or equivalent training and experience. Must possess and maintain a Peace Officer license or eligibility to be licensed through the State of Minnesota P. O. S. T. Board by date of hire. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid and unrestricted Minnesota Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain a physical condition satisfactory to fulfill the duties of the position as determined by a physician of the City’s choice. Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug test. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field. Prior law enforcement experience. Current CPR and First Aid certification