Salary: $35.45 - $49.03 Hourly
Location : Baker Park Reserve - Maple Plain, MN
Job Type: Full-Time Benefited
Job Number: 04969
Business Unit: Public Safety
Opening Date: 06/30/2025
Closing Date: 7/21/2025 4:30 PM Central

Job Announcement
Three Rivers Park District is seeking to fill a full-time, benefited position of Park Police Officer. This position is responsible for providing for the public's safety and for the protection of Park District properties and natural resources, to enforce, as applicable, the Park District Ordinance and state laws, and to enhance park user experiences through assistance, information, and education.
STARTING RANGE: $35.45 - $49.03/hour, depending on qualifications.

Lateral officers are encouraged to apply, lateral candidates starting pay will be at a step equivalent to their years of experience performing the same or
similar work as determined by the employer.

2025 SALARY RANGE: $35.45 - $49.03/hour
2026 SALARY RANGE: $36.87 - $50.99/hour
Work Where You Play
A natural resources-based park system, Three Rivers Park District manages more than 27,000 acres of parks and trails in the Twin Cities area. It takes a dedicated team of full-time, part-time and seasonal employees to provide the high-quality opportunities and facilities that Three Rivers provides. Be part of this dynamic team, make a difference in the community and work where you play.

Click on the benefits tab for more information on our competitive benefits package.

Essential Duties and Qualifications
Associate's Degree and licensed as a Peace Officer or eligible to be licensed as a Peace Officer in the state of Minnesota. Valid Class D Minnesota Driver's License and certified as a First Responder. EMT certification preferred.
You can find the full position description for this position by clicking Please contact the Department of Human Resources for any inquiries regarding this posting or position. You can reach us at 763-559-6705 or [email protected].

Supplemental Information
You Belong Here. At Three Rivers, we see diversity and inclusion as central to our organization and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting the Human Resources contact listed above.
Part-time (less than 30 hours per week), seasonal, temporary and intermittent employees receive all legally mandated benefits such as worker's compensation insurance and Social Security but are ineligible for other benefit programs. All employees receive a free Recreation Activity Pass, providing access to discounted or complimentary Park District programs and services.
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This position requires that you be a full-time licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Peace Officer by the MN POST Board. Do you hold a valid MN Peace Officer's license or are you eligible to be licensed by the MN POST Board?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered yes to question one, please provide your license number and expiration date or proof you are eligible to be licensed.
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Are you a certified first responder? If yes, please attach a copy of your certification.

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently EMT certified?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently possess a valid Class D driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Describe what role customer service plays in a law enforcement agency and actions you have taken which demonstrate your commitment to public service. Please attach any citizen or resident feedback you have received that you feel is applicable to this position.
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Please describe your professional, sworn law enforcement experience.
Required Question