Community Service Officer - Part - time

Part-time Community Service Officer

The City of Rochester now welcomes applications for Part-time Community Service Officer with the Rochester Police Department. Our core values of integrity, service, compassion, respect, and innovation serve as a guide.

Note: This opportunity is designed for individuals who are enrolled in a Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice program and are currently or will be eligible to be licensed in the state of Minnesota as Peace Officers within the next two years.

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work. We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community. It takes us all working together.

Nature of Work

Community Service Officers perform general duty civilian public safety work which may consist of protecting life and property, maintaining order, preventing crimes, as well as enforcing laws and ordinances.

Work Schedule - Community Service Officers generally work 20 or 30 hours per week. Shifts are normally 10 hours. Rochester Police Department supports education. We are cognizant of academic schedules and obligations and will make every effort to accommodate student schedules. This position is subject to a 6-month probationary period.

Pay - Starting wage is $28.25 per hour. The 2026 wage range for this opportunity is $28.25 to $35.39 per hour. Five years would be required to reach the top of the range.

Benefits - This position is eligible for benefits offered by the City of Rochester. Please check out the benefits tab at the top of the page for more details. Pro-rated benefits are available for individuals working 20 or 30 hours per week.

Applications will close on May 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM

The City of Rochester will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM.

Complete your application to join the team today and be sure to include a resume and cover letter.

Selected candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and successfully complete both a psychological assessment and a medical examination prior to obtaining a formal job offer.

Rochester Community Service Officers:

• Perform a support function to the police department's patrol division
• Respond to and handle non-emergency calls for service
• Enforce parking violations
• Interview victims and witnesses in the investigation of non-emergency calls
• Collect evidence from crime scenes
• Write detailed police reports
• Provide traffic direction at special events, accidents, and other incidents as requested
• Explain police, animal or parking control procedures to the public

Applicants must:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED
• Be currently enrolled in or have successfully completed an accredited Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or similar program earning a 2- or 4-year degree
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Complete their application online and include both a cover letter and a resume.

Desirable Qualifications

CPR/First Aid/Emergency Medical Responder or Emergency Medical Technician Certifications

Rochester Police Information:

• Department Vision and Mission Statements with RPD Core Values
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
• About the Department