Join our team

West Hennepin Police Department is a Joint Powers Police department who has proudly served the Cities of Maple Plain and Independence since 1979. We are looking for someone who is committed to public safety and takes pride in their work.  If you are looking to enhance your career with a police department that has tremendous community support for its law enforcement professionals, then West Hennepin Police Department is the department for you. West Hennepin Public Safety is a non-union agency. 

Top patrol salary is $83,245. Police officers with experience will negotiate lateral entry into our agency. Our health insurance package is second to none. We also offer a fantastic vacation and sick time schedule. 

Our   officers currently work 12 hour shifts with five days on, five days off, two   on, two off. This schedule allows for   all officers, regardless of seniority, to have every other full weekend off   to enjoy with their friends and family. Career enhancements available in SWAT   team assignments, drug task force agent, and investigations. Top   of the line equipment is a must for our staff, plus we patrol in Chevy   Tahoe’s. 

We have streamlined the hiring process for lateral candidates, including an expedited background investigation and modified field training. Applicants must be POST eligible or hold a valid Minnesota POST license by application deadline.  An emergency medical responder certification is required for employment. 

Submit   a completed cover letter, resume, application, MN Post license, and proof of   eligibility letter via U.S. Mail, email, or in person.  Applications   must be received by

4:30   p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021.  

Email applications to: westhennepin@westhennepin.com