• Community Service Officer - Part-time

    The City of Rochester, MN (Rochester, MN)


    Community Service Officer - Part-time

     

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    Community Service Officer - Part-time

     

    Salary

     

    $28.25 - $35.39 Hourly

     

    Location

    MN, MN

    Job Type

     

    Regular PT

     

    Job Number

     

    20260901

     

    Department

     

    Rochester Police Department

     

    Opening Date

     

    12/05/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    12/21/2025 11:59 PM Central

     

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    POSITION DESCRIPTION

    The City of Rochester now welcomes applications for

     

    Part-time Community Service Officer

     

    This opportunity is designed for individuals who are enrolled in a Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice program and are currently or will be eligible to be licensed in the state of Minnesota as Peace Officers within the next two years

     

    Community Service Officers perform general duty civilian public safety work which may consist of protecting life and property, maintaining order, preventing crimes, as well as enforcing laws and ordinances.

     

    Our core values of integrity, service, compassion, respect, and innovation serve as a guide.

     

    Complete your application to join the team today and be sure to include a resume and cover letter .

     

    2026 starting wage is $28.25 per hour.

     

    Selected candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and successfully complete both a psychological assessment and a medical examination prior to obtaining a formal job offer.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Rochester Community Service Officers:

    + perform a support function to the police department’s patrol division

    + respond to and handle non-emergency calls for service

    + Enforce parking violations

    + Interview victims and witnesses in the investigation of non-emergency calls

    + Collect evidence from crime scenes

    + Write detailed police reports

    + Provide traffic direction at special events, accidents, and other incidents as requested

    + Explain police, animal or parking control procedures to the public

     

    Community Service Officer Job Description (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36535&t=638012620357495149)

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Applicants must:

    + Possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED

    + Be currently enrolled in or have successfully completed an accredited Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or similar program earning a 2- or 4-year degree

    + Possess a valid driver's license.

    + Complete their application online and include both a cover letter and a resume.

    DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

    CPR/First Aid/Emergency Medical Responder or Emergency Medical Technician Certifications

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Rochester Police Information:

    + Department Vision and Mission Statements with RPD Core Values (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36351&t=637986631302032963)

    + Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

    + About the Department (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36359&t=637987593984685582)

    Pay and Benefits:

    + The 2026 wage range for this opportunity is $28.25 to $35.39 per hour. Five years would be required to reach the top of the range.

    + Pro-rated benefits are available for individuals working 20 or 30 hours per week.

     

    EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36357&t=637988577978795327)

     

    01

     

    Does at least one of the following circumstances pertain to you?

     

    + I'm in possession of a peace officer license provided by the MN POST Board

    + I'm currently eligible to be licensed by having completed my education and curriculum

    + I'm in the process of completing my education to be licensed in the State of Minnesota as a peace officer.

    + Yes

    + No

     

    02

     

    Have you ever been convicted of a crime which would prohibit you from becoming licensed as a Peace Officer in Minnesota?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    03

     

    Do you currently have a valid Minnesota driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?

     

    + Yes, I have a valid Minnesota driver's license

    + Yes, I have a valid driver's license from another state

    + No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license

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    Employer

     

    City of Rochester

     

    Address

     

    201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904

     

    Phone

     

    (507) 328-2555

     

    Website

     

    https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment

     

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