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Police Officer - Elk River

League of Minnesota Cities
Elk River, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Aug 2026
💰 $110,000/yr($74,000/yr – $110,000/yr)

About the role

Posting number: Elk River

Department: Not Applicable

Job classification: City Job

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety, Law Enforcement

Summary

Not every department can offer the same career.

At Elk River PD, officers have access to specialty assignments, competitive pay, modern equipment, and opportunities to build a career without leaving the department.

What sets Elk River apart:
•$43.13/hour starting pay with top patrol pay in 2 years (2026 Salary range: $37.37 to $54.75/hr.).
•SWAT, K-9, Drone, Bike Team, Detectives, Drug Task Force, SRO and more
•Abundant overtime
•$3,000/year tuition reimbursement
•Full uniforms and equipment provided
•1–3% wage incentive potential
•Lateral officers may qualify for immediate top patrol pay

Minimum Qualifications: Full-time POST license by application; first responder certification or ability to obtain within 6 months; valid driver’s license; ability to meet state and City requirements, including background and physical exams.

More opportunity. More ways to build your career.

For more information, potential benefits, and to apply, visit our employment page.
EOE.

Learn and apply: https://www.elkrivermn.gov/121/Employment-Opportunities

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