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FAQs

Am I allowed to have facial hair?

Employees are allowed to have facial hair under the following conditions:
• Mustaches must be short and trimmed and not to exceed below the corners of the mouth.
• Goatees shall be worn with a mustache with the jaw and neck line cleanly shaven.
• Beards must be worn with a mustache, must not be longer than ½ inch and must even and not patchy.
• Sideburns must not extend below the bottom of the ear.

Employees may be required to shave for special events or while in Class “A” uniform.
Am I required to pay for my uniforms and equipment?

No; regardless of the position within the department you apply for all uniforms and equipment will be paid for by the City.
Can I have a second job?

All Brooklyn Center Police Department employees are required to fill out an outside employment form to be approved by the Chief of Police. Candidates who currently have other jobs prior to employment with the City of Brooklyn Center should disclose this during the hiring process.
Can I have tattoos?

Employees may have visible tattoos so long as they are not deemed offensive. Offensive tattoos may include; images that depict racial, sexual, discriminatory, obscene or gang related images/language.
Do I need to be a Brooklyn Center resident to apply?

No; however, all applicants selected for hire will be eligible for a one-time $1,000 hiring bonus if they live within the City of Brooklyn center at the time of appointment.
How do I complete a ride-along?

Please complete and submit ride-along request forms to joinbcpd@brooklyncentermn.gov.
Is there a drug test?

Applicants who move on to the medical evaluation phase will be required to submit to a drug test as part of the evaluation.
What if I am currently employed as a police officer in another state?

The first step in the hiring process for any position within the Brooklyn Center Police Department is to complete an application.

Out of State Reciprocity

Military Reciprocity
What is the first step of the hiring process?

The first step in the hiring process for any position within the Brooklyn Center Police Department is to complete an application.
Will I be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays?

• All applicants applying for police officer and CSO positions will be required to work all of the above depending on their schedule assignments.
• Applicants applying for the Records Technician position will work a daytime Monday through Friday work schedule with holidays off.

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Hiring Requirements

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Hiring requirements are based upon the position in which you are applying for:

Police Commander

Police Commander Minimum Requirements

All candidates applying for the police commander position with the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment in addition to the police officer minimum requirements listed below:

Bachelor's degree in police administration, criminal justice studies, law enforcement, public safety, or related field.
Ten (10) years of sworn law enforcement experience, four (4) of which must be as a police supervisor.
Valid Minnesota peace officer’s license.
Valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications

Successful track record of building strong relationships with a wide variety of people and traditionally underserved communities.
Successful track record managing people.
In addition to English, the ability to speak, read and/or write non-English languages (including sign language).

Police Officer Minimum Requirements

All candidates applying for the police officer position with the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment:

Must be a citizen of the United States
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
Must possess or be able to possess a Minnesota POST License at the time of employment
Must possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License, a valid license from another state or the eligibility to obtain a valid Minnesota License
Must not be required to register as a predatory offender under Minnesota Statutes, section 243.166 or 243.167
Must not have been convicted of the following:

A felony in this state or in any other state or federal jurisdiction.

Any offense in any other state or federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in Minnesota;
609.224 (Assault in the fifth degree),
609.2242 (Domestic Assault),
609.231 (Mistreatment of residents or patients),
609.2325 (Criminal Abuse),
609.233 (Criminal neglect),
609.2335 (Financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult),
609.234 (Failure to report),
609.324 (Other prohibited acts),
609.465 (Presenting false claims to public officer or body),
609.466 (Medical assistance fraud),
609.52 (Theft),
609.72 subdivision 3 (Disorderly conduct- Care giver against a vulnerable adult),
or convicted under any state or federal narcotics or controlled substance law irrespective of any proceeding under Minnesota Statutes, section 152.18, or any similar law of another state or federal law.

Police Sergeant

Police Sergeant Minimum Requirements

All candidates applying for the police sergeant position with the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment in addition to the police officer minimum requirements listed below:

Bachelor's degree in police administration, criminal justice studies, law enforcement, public safety, or related field.
Five (5) years of sworn law enforcement experience.
Valid Minnesota peace officer’s license.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications

Successful track record of building strong relationships with a wide variety of people and traditionally underserved communities.
In addition to English, the ability to speak, read and/or write non-English languages (including sign language).

Police Officer Minimum Requirements

All candidates applying for the police officer position with the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment:

Must be a citizen of the United States
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
Must possess or be able to possess a Minnesota POST License at the time of employment
Must possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License, a valid license from another state or the eligibility to obtain a valid Minnesota License
Must not be required to register as a predatory offender under Minnesota Statutes, section 243.166 or 243.167
Must not have been convicted of the following:

A felony in this state or in any other state or federal jurisdiction.

Any offense in any other state or federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in Minnesota;
609.224 (Assault in the fifth degree),
609.2242 (Domestic Assault),
609.231 (Mistreatment of residents or patients),
609.2325 (Criminal Abuse),
609.233 (Criminal neglect),
609.2335 (Financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult),
609.234 (Failure to report),
609.324 (Other prohibited acts),
609.465 (Presenting false claims to public officer or body),
609.466 (Medical assistance fraud),
609.52 (Theft),
609.72 subdivision 3 (Disorderly conduct- Care giver against a vulnerable adult),
or convicted under any state or federal narcotics or controlled substance law irrespective of any proceeding under Minnesota Statutes, section 152.18, or any similar law of another state or federal law.

Police Officer

Police Officer Minimum Requirements

All candidates applying for the police officer position with the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment:

Must be a citizen of the United States
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
Must possess or be able to possess a Minnesota POST License at the time of employment
Must possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License, a valid license from another state or the eligibility to obtain a valid Minnesota License
Must not be required to register as a predatory offender under Minnesota Statutes, section 243.166 or 243.167
Must not have been convicted of the following:

A felony in this state or in any other state or federal jurisdiction.

Any offense in any other state or federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in Minnesota;
609.224 (Assault in the fifth degree),
609.2242 (Domestic Assault),
609.231 (Mistreatment of residents or patients),
609.2325 (Criminal Abuse),
609.233 (Criminal neglect),
609.2335 (Financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult),
609.234 (Failure to report),
609.324 (Other prohibited acts),
609.465 (Presenting false claims to public officer or body),
609.466 (Medical assistance fraud),
609.52 (Theft),
609.72 subdivision 3 (Disorderly conduct- Care giver against a vulnerable adult),
or convicted under any state or federal narcotics or controlled substance law irrespective of any proceeding under Minnesota Statutes, section 152.18, or any similar law of another state or federal law.

Records Technician

Records Technician Minimum Requirements

All candidates applying for the Records Technician position with the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment:

Must be a citizen of the United States
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
Must be 18 years of age by the time of employment
Must possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License, a valid license from another state or the eligibility to obtain a valid Minnesota License
Must not be required to register as a predatory offender under
Minnesota Statutes, section 243.166 or 243.167
Must not have been convicted of a felony in this state or in any other state or federal jurisdiction
Two years of previous work experience providing administrative support and customer service.
Two years of data entry experience.
Proficient in speaking English, utilize appropriate grammar and punctuation.
Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute.
Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and programs.
Must be CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems) Certified within six months of employment.

Community Service Officer

Community Service Officer Minimum Requirements

All applicants applying for the Community Service Officer position for the City of Brooklyn Center must meet the following minimum requirements for employment:

Must be a citizen of the United States
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
Must be 18 years of age by the time of employment
Must possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License, a valid license from another state or the eligibility to obtain a valid Minnesota License
Must not be required to register as a predatory offender under
Minnesota Statutes, section 243.166 or 243.167
Must not have been convicted of the following:

A felony in this state or in any other state or federal jurisdiction

Any offense in any other state or federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in Minnesota;

609.224 (Assault in the fifth degree),
609.2242 (Domestic Assault),
609.231 (Mistreatment of residents or patients),
609.2325 (Criminal Abuse),
609.233 (Criminal neglect),
609.2335 (Financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult),
609.234 (Failure to report),
609.324 (Other prohibited acts),
609.465 (Presenting false claims to public officer or body),
609.466 (Medical assistance fraud),
609.52 (Theft),
609.72 subdivision 3 (Disorderly conduct- Care giver against a vulnerable adult),
or convicted under any state or federal narcotics or controlled substance law irrespective of any proceeding under Minnesota Statutes, section 152.18, or any similar law of another state or federal law.