Police Officer

The City of Rochester now welcomes applications for

Police Officers

Consider this career with the City of Rochester.

Both new and lateral officer applications encouraged.

New officers are individuals with no or limited policing experience. They may be eligible to be licensed under the rules of MN POST at the time of application having completed all requirements OR they may be scheduled to complete their MN POST requirements prior to June 25, 2026.

Lateral officers are currently employed as police officers, sheriff's deputies, or state troopers in Minnesota or another state. They have enough experience to begin as RPD officers and complete an expedited training program. Their salary will be based on their individual experience, job knowledge, and level of skill.

We look forward to your application! Remember to include both a cover letter and a resume.
To have your application considered in the first round of review, please submit your application before January 30, 2026
Statement of Officer and Department Accountability

Rochester Police Department believes that partnership and collaboration are essential to achieving trust and legitimacy within our community. We focus on the overall wellbeing and safety of our officers. We train and educate officers, giving them the tools they need to do their job safely. We encourage and aid them in achieving their career goals and interests. We champion officer wellness, and offer resources and opportunities to strengthen physical, spiritual and emotional health.

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

2026 wage range is $40.52 to $56.17

Rochester Police Officers:

• Embrace community policing as a philosophy and demonstrate these principles as part of their organizational culture.
• Are committed to providing fair and impartial law enforcement services.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Remain neutral and transparent in their decision-making and give individuals a voice through their interaction and engagement with the community.
• Strive to reduce crime and do their part to foster a safe and welcoming place to live, work and visit.
• Pledge to preserve peace, deliver emergency services, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances.

What is it like to work here?

Police Officer Job Description

Official Notice of Examination

Applicants must:

• Possess a valid Minnesota Peace Officer license, be eligible to be licensed by the MN POST Board, or be enrolled in a MN Skills program with a scheduled completion date prior to June 25, 2026; and
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Complete their application online and include both a cover letter and a resume.

Rochester Police Information:

• About the Department including Mission and Vision About the City of Rochester

Pay and Benefits:

• Pay
• Benefits

2026 Tentative Timeline for Officer Hiring

• Job Open for Applications - January 5, 2026
• I nitial Interviews and pre-employment assessments : Week of February 16
• Second Interviews with Physical Testing: Early March
• Background Investigations for Advancing Candidates : March 16 to April 15
• Conditional Offers of Employment Extended : By April 28
• Medical and Psychological Assessments: Early May
• New Officers Begin Employment: June 25, 2026