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The City of St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in race, equity, and inclusion. As one of the city's strategic priorities, the city seeks to ensure all practices, programs, policies, and services of the city are fair, inclusive, and equitable. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.About the position
Provide support services for the police department in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the St. Louis Park Police Department. Learn and shadow positions in a busy metro police department to experience and explore law enforcement career opportunities.This internship will be regularly scheduled 20 hours per week from May through September, 2023, with the possibility of extending for up to 1 full year.
Applications will be reviewed regularly, posting will be open until filled.
- Apply St. Louis Park Police Department's community-oriented policing philosophy in the course of regular duties.
- Assist the community outreach officer with community events and presentations.
- Assist the investigations division with case preparation and investigation.
- Actively participate in job shadowing opportunities within the police department.
- Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as directed by department personnel.
- Communicate effectively with people from all cultures and backgrounds.
- 18 years of age.
- Interest or intent to become eligible to start a career as a licensed police officer in Minnesota.
- Valid MN driver's license.
- Must have no felony convictions.
- Computer experience.
- Current or anticipated enrollment in a post-secondary institution focusing on public administration, law enforcement, or related field.
- Previous related work experience.
- Prior experience working with and serving in a highly racially diverse environment.
- Demonstrated cultural competence and comfort with supporting the city's strategic objectives for advancing racial equity.
