Police Officer

The City of Walker is seeking applications for full-time and part-time police officers. Walker is located on Leech Lake, the third largest lake in Minnesota, and has a population of 980 full-time residents. Walker is a tourist destination in all seasons, with great fishing, hunting, walking/biking/snowmobile trails, community events and live music, and a multitude of downtown shops and restaurants. We are looking for someone who would engage in community policing, and build good relationships with residents, business owners, tourists, city staff, and the school district. Applicant must be POST licensed or eligible to be licensed at the time of application. Preference will be given to full-time and/or part-time police officers with previous experience. The wage range is $22.05 - $25.25 with experience and training considered. Wage increases and benefits are set every three years by the union contract. Applicants must pass a background check, physical exam, and psychological exam. Applications must be obtained and submitted to the City Administrator at Walker City Hall, 205 Minnesota Avenue West, Walker, MN 56484, by mail at PO Box 207, Walker, MN 56484, online at www.ci.walker.mn.us, or by email at hfairchild@ci.walker.mn.us. The City of Walker is an equal opportunity employer.