Apply for Police Officer - Lateral

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Summary
Title:Police Officer - Lateral
ID:2026LateralOfficer
Status:Full-time
Department:Police
Salary Range:$38.09 to $53.65 per hour ($79,227 - $111,583)
Deadline To Apply:11/30/2026 Noon
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* Legal First Name:
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* Middle Initial:
* Legal Last Name:
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Police Officer Lateral Questionnaire August 2026
Please answers all of the questions below if you meet the minimum requirements of the position. If you do NOT meet the licensure or minimum requirements you will NOT be considered.
* Please indicate any higher education degree you have in criminal just or related field
Associates/Technical Degree in Criminal Justice or related field
Bachelors Degree in criminal justice or related
Masters Degree in criminal justice or related
No degree or not enrolled or not related
* Select license/eligibility status below:
Licensed Peace Officer by MN POST
Licensed Peace Officer by another State
License eligible by or before 12/31/2026
None of the above
* How many years of verifiable experience do you have working as a Police Officer?
1-2 years
3-5 years
6+ years
Less than 1 or none
* Do you have verifiable experience working as a Peace Officer in the state of Minnesota?
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* Do you have experience working as a Police Officer in a City municipality?
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* Select any verifiable specialized positions you have held
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K-9
SRO
Field Training Officer
Investigator
None of the above
* To claim Vet Preference you must attach with this application the appropriate documentation.
Select which you are claiming, if applicable
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Spouse of Deceased Veteran
Spouse of Disabled Veteran
None of the above
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT - FULL TIME
PERSONAL INFORMATION

Applications that are incomplete, left blank or indicate “see resume” may not be considered

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EDUCATION

Give record of all High Schools, Colleges, Universities and Vocational/Technical Schools you have attended.

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Give your full employment record, starting with your current or most recent employment

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CURRENT LICENSES/TRAINING
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COMPUTER SKILLS

Indicate which software programs you have used and rate your skill level:

Entry Skill Level (No experience) Entry Skill Level (1-2 years of working usage) Proficient Skill Level (3-5 years of working usage) Advanced Skill Level (5+ years of working usage)
Entry Skill Level (No experience) Entry Skill Level (1-2 years of working usage) Proficient Skill Level (3-5 years of working usage) Advanced Skill Level (5+ years of working usage)
Entry Skill Level (No experience) Entry Skill Level (1-2 years of working usage) Proficient Skill Level (3-5 years of working usage) Advanced Skill Level (5+ years of working usage)
Entry Skill Level (No experience) Entry Skill Level (1-2 years of working usage) Proficient Skill Level (3-5 years of working usage) Advanced Skill Level (5+ years of working usage)
Entry Skill Level (No experience) Entry Skill Level (1-2 years of working usage) Proficient Skill Level (3-5 years of working usage) Advanced Skill Level (5+ years of working usage)
Entry Skill Level (No experience) Entry Skill Level (1-2 years of working usage) Proficient Skill Level (3-5 years of working usage) Advanced Skill Level (5+ years of working usage)
SUMMARY
SALARY EXPECTATIONS
AUTHORIZATION

PRIVACY NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the City of Moorhead is required to inform you of your rights pertaining to private data collected from you. Private data is that information which is available to you, but not to the public. Private data includes your address, phone number, email, birthday, gender and social security number. *Names of applicants remain private except when certified as eligible for appointment to a vacancy or when applicants are considered by the finalists for a position. “Finalist” means a person who is selected to be given an interview with the City Manager, or his/her designee, as a final step prior to selection. Public Data: The following are classified as public data under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act M.S. 13.43, Subd 3. Veteran status, relevant test scores, rank on eligible list, job history, education and training, and work availability.

The information you provide on this application is needed to identify you and to assist the City of Moorhead, Human Resources Department and Supervisor in determining your suitability for the position for which you are applying. Additionally, data supplied by you may be used for such purposes necessary in the City’s administration of personnel and in the administration of policies, rules and regulations. You are not legally required to provide any of the information on this form. However, failure to provide complete, accurate information may result in the City being unable or unwilling to offer employment to you.

Before signing this application, read the following carefully.

1. I authorize all current and previous employers and references named to release job-related information including work performance, behavior, reason for leaving, hereby releasing those employers or individuals as well as the City of Moorhead from any liability.

2. I certify that the information contained in this application is true and complete. I understand that providing false information on this application may be grounds for not hiring me or for immediate termination of employment at any point in the future if I am hired.

3. I understand that nothing in this employment application is intended to lead to or create an employment contract between the City of Moorhead and myself and no offer of employment will become final until formal approval by the appointing authority.

4. I certify that I have read (or had read to me) the information printed above and understand its meaning.

I agree that this form may be electronically signed and agree that my typed signature is the same as a handwritten signature for the purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility.

My typed signature signifies agreement to the above

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

COMPLETE THIS FORM ONLY IF YOU ARE CLAIMING VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

A. General Requirements: Applicants must meet all of the following to qualify for any preference points:

  1. Meets qualifications of position and/or received final passing score in the exam process without addition of preference points.
  2. Separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States.
  3. Served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or was separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty.
  4. Is a United States citizen.
  5. Is not eligible for or currently receiving a monthly veteran’s pension benefit based on length of military service.
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Affidavit: I hereby claim Veteran’s Preference for this examination and swear/affirm that the information given is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I hereby acknowledge that I am responsible to obtain the Veterans’ preference verification documents and submit them to the City of Moorhead by the required application deadline date.

My typed signature signifies agreement to the above

Police Officer General Questionnaire
* 1. Are you currently licensed, or eligible to be licensed by MN POST?  ( to be licensed or eligible you must have passed the MN POST exam.)
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No
If you answered "no" above, enter date you are eligible
* 2. Has your POST license ever been suspended or revoked in Minnesota or any other state?
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* 3. Have you ever been sanctioned by the Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) for any inappropriate use or searches?
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* 4. Has your driver’s license ever been revoked, suspended, or cancelled?
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* 5. Have you ever been charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Under the Influence, or Under 21 Drinking and Driving, regardless of conviction?
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* 6. Do you have 3 or more traffic violations on your driving record in the past 10 years?
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* 7. Have you ever been cited for careless or reckless driving, or criminal vehicular operation?
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* 8. Have you ever been charged for a felony level crime regardless of conviction?
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* 9. Have you ever been charged for a gross misdemeanor crime regardless of conviction?
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* 10. Have you ever been charged for a misdemeanor crime regardless of conviction?
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* 11. Are you or have you ever been restricted from possessing a firearm?
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* 12. Have you ever been charged for a domestic related incident, regardless of conviction? (includes domestic abuse, 5th degree assault, disorderly conduct violation of a no contact order, harassment order, and order for protection, or interfere w/ 911 call)
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No
* 13. Have you ever been served a Restraining Order, No Contact Order, Harassment Order, or an Order for Protection?
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* 14. Have you ever had a record expunged?
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* 15. Have you ever had your name legally changed?
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* 16. Have you ever filed for bankruptcy?
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* 17. Do you currently have debts that are in collections?
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* 18. Are you currently, or have you ever been in foreclosure?
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* 19. Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign from a job?
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* 20. Have you been reprimanded or left emloyment while under investigation?
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* 21. Have you ever been charged with the offense of possessing a small amount of marijuana?
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No
If you answered YES to any questions above; please indicate the question number and provide a brief explanation:

Please indicate your previous use of the following substances and your frequency of use at the time.

* Marijuana
Weekly
Monthly
Rarely
Never
Marijuana - Date of Last Use:
* Cocaine
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Rarely
Never
Cocaine - Date of Last Use:
* Meth
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Meth - Date of Last Use:
* Ecstasy
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Never
Ecstacy - Date of Last Use:
* Heroin
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Never
Heroin - Date of Last Use:
* Steroids
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Rarely
Never
Steroids - Date of Last Use:
* Hallucinogens
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Never
Hallucinogens - Date of Last Use:
* Synthetic Marijuana
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Monthly
Rarely
Never
Synthetic Marijuana - Date of Last Use:
* Bath Salts
Weekly
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Rarely
Never
Bath Salts - Date of Last Use:
* Prescription Drugs w/out Rx
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Rarely
Never
Prescription Drugs w/out Rx - Date of Last Use:
* Other Drugs
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Never
List Other Drugs & Date of Last Use:

I agree that this form may be electronically signed and agree that my typed signature is the same as a handwritten signature for the purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility.
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