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Position Summary
The MSP Airport Police Department is hiring!
The MinneapolisSt. Paul Airport Police Department (MSP APD) a division of theMetropolitan Airports Commissions (MAC) serves the entire airport campus. The department is comprised of approximately 200 employees which includes fulltime officers parttime officers assigned to terminal checkpoints community service officers and civilian administrative positions along with our own 911 Emergency Communications Center. This makes MSP APD one of the largest police departments in the state with more opportunities for advancement and specialty assignments. Our department works closely with many federal agencies including: FBI DEA CBP TSA and USSS.
MSP Airport Police Officers are responsible for all law enforcement duties at and around the airport to include the safety and protectionof the airport community which includes 39 million annual passengers and 21000 employees. Officers enforce state statutes and federal regulations local ordinances and traffic violations. Uniformed patrols include but are not limited to the surrounding local roadways highways Air Operations Area parking ramps the terminal buildings cargo facilities and other businesses within our community.
SALARY 2025 rates)Step 1 $41.959 hr. / $87274.72 yr. Step 2 $44.584 hr. / $92734.72 yr. Step 3 $47.204 hr. / $98184.32 yr. Step 4 $49.827 hr. / $103640.16 yr. Step 5 $52.975 hr. / $110188.00 yr. Step 6 $56.814 hr. / $118173.12 yr. 12 years of LE experience) - Ample opportunities for overtime at 1.5 times your current pay rate after completing Field Training Departmental Grants and Contracts
- Initial purchase of uniforms and equipment is paid by the department upon hire; receive $1105 uniform allowance after first year.
- Additional $4/hr. pay for those serving as Field Training Officers or Instructors.
- Investigators/Detective receive an additional $310 month.
NEW OFFICERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!Recent graduates and those who will be POST eligible by 12/31/25 are encouraged to apply.
LATERAL HIRES
For candidates with previous fulltime licensed police officer experience:- Pay will be evaluated based on full years of service and experience.
- Vacation accrual will be evaluated based on years of service and experience.
- Investigative Division 13 assigned)
- Criminal Detectives
- Narcotics Detectives
- Aviation/Regulatory Detectives
- Explosive Detection and Narcotic K9 Teams
- DEA & FBI Taskforce
- SWAT Team
- Mobile Field Force
- Tactical Negotiators
- Bike Response Team
- Firearms Instructor/Team Member
- Use of Force Instructor/Team Member
- Honor Guard
- Field Training Officer
Currently a 12hour rotation that allows for every other weekend off.
BENEFITS- Employer yearly contribution to HSA plans of $1650 for single and $3300 for family coverage. PPO plan option also available.
- MAC contribution to your retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $4500 per year.
- Vacation accrual starts at 120 hours. Lateral hires may receive additional accrual depending on previous experience.
- Sick leave and 13 paid holidays annually (which includes two floating holidays).
- Currently offering six weeks of paid parental leave after birth or adoption of child. Eligible after six consecutive months of employment.
- Leave donation options to take care of oneanother.
- Voluntary onduty fitness program with the ability to work out 1 hour per shift at the department onsite gym.
- Wellness incentive program.
To apply:click the Apply tab located just above the position description login and follow the instructions provided. An incomplete application may affect your opportunities in this hiring process.
Questions regarding this position or the process can be directed to or. Applications will be accepted until 3:00 pm on April 11 2025.
If you would like to connect with one of our officers to learn more about the department please email.
MAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If an accommodation is required for you to participate in the application process because of a disability or you have questions regarding the application process contact the Diversity Department ator.
MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex age nationality or disability.Position Description
JOB DUTIES
- Responds to calls and investigates crimes disturbances traffic accidents emergencies and other incidents.
- Completes written reports and forms along with collecting and processing evidence to maintain chain of custody in accordance with standard operating procedures and directives.
- Performs patrol duties in assigned areas to serve our community and detect and monitor possible criminal activity.
- Enforce laws and ordinances.
- Safety and security of critical infrastructure to deter terrorism.
- Collaborate with local and federal agencies.
- Testify in court.
- Transports subjects or arrestees to detention or medical facilities.
- Represent the MAC and MSP Airport Police Department in professional manner consistent with organizational values.
- Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
COMPETENCIES
- Customer Focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customercentric solutions
- Communicates EffectivelyDeveloping and delivering multimode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences
- Decision QualityMaking good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
- Action Oriented Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm
- Optimizes Work Processes Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement
- Ensures Accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
- CollaboratesBuilding partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Values Differences Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
- CourageStepping up to address difficult issues saying what needs to be said
- Instills Trust Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity
- SelfDevelopmentActively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
- Situational Adaptability Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
- Licensed or eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board by time 12/31/25.
- Possess a valid stateissued drivers license with no restrictions.
- No felony convictions as defined by Minnesota State Statutes.
- Medically physically and psychologically fit to perform the job duties.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to present evidence and offer credible testimony as required in court.
- Ability to learn the geography of MSP Airport and surrounding area.
- Previous work experience in a law enforcement environment.
- Law enforcement and/or nonlaw enforcement volunteer experience.
- Previous experience working with culturally and economically diverse populations and communities.
- Ability to fluently communicate in a second language.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical demands encountered while performing the essential functions of the job include a wide variety and may evolve with the job. This section provides an overview of physical demands but is not allinclusive: walking running sitting bending squatting kneeling grasping reaching lifting and carrying climbing stairs and ladders and/or dragging and pulling heavy items.
Offers of employment are contingent on successful result of a thorough background investigation physical exam drug screen physical ability test and psychological evaluation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
