Full Time Police Officer

The Spring Lake Park Police Department is accepting applications for the position of “Full Time Police Officer”.  The City of Spring Lake Park, population 7400, is an established residential community nestled between the cities of Fridley and Blaine with small-town charm.  The Police Department has a family atmosphere with great support from the community and the City Council making it an ideal place to work.  The Police Department currently consists of 12 sworn officers including the Chief of Police and two support staff members.  The current process is for the addition of one police officer to the department in early 2026 and to create a list for anticipated retirements in late 2026. 

Why work for Spring Lake Park?

• New police department facility opened in early 2025 Including onsite gun range for use anytime!
• Career growth opportunities:
  • School Resource Officer
  • Rotating Investigator position
  • Rotating Traffic Safety Officer position
  • Field Training Officer
  • Mobile Field Force
  • Bike Patrol
  • Instructor positions:
    •  Taser, Pepper Ball, Use of Force, Firearms.
• Department provided Wellness Program including:
  • Mental Health Professional services
  • On-site fitness facility

Applicants must fulfill minimum selection standards of the Minnesota POST Board and must possess or be eligible to possess a full-time Minnesota Peace Officer License by the time of appointment.

The City of Spring Lake Park Police Department’s pay scale for a police officer position 2026 and 2027:

2026: $39.47 ($82,092.60) to $53.01 ($110,270.04)

2027: $41.05 ($85,376.28) to $55.14 ($114,680.88)

Lateral transfers are encouraged and will be evaluated on a case by case basis.