This position leads the curriculum development function of the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD), including the planning, organization, direction, and coordination of work relating to the Sworn Police Officer training in compliance with POST, Settlement Agreement, and DOJ Consent decree.

Work Location
This position currently works on-site with the potential of hybrid.


The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Oversee the development and planning section of the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) Training Division.
• Oversee the design and development of training programs that align with MPD's vision, mission, values, and goals. This would include designing and developing the curriculum.
• Provide professional development and continuing education to all Department instructors to ensure that they are highly qualified and well
• Provide expertise in developing engaging and effective curricula and plans for adult learners through classroom instruction, interactive exercises, role-playing scenarios, and on-demand, web-based modules.
• Create and manage partnerships with local colleges and universities, consultants, and community organizations to assist with training programs.
• Promote innovative teaching techniques for MPD's training program.
• Identify opportunities for improvement through data collection and analytics, review and support department performance measure framework, human-centered design, and other relevant approaches.
• Facilitate cross-class observations and feedback, instructional planning sessions, and project planning meetings, as necessary, to reinforce a culture of sharing effective practices among instructional staff.
• Utilize student feedback to make appropriate changes to the curriculum and plans for future training.
• Create, develop, and implement department programs and training to address specific areas of concern and promote team building, employee engagement, and recognition.
• Consult instructors on classroom management, teaching methods, and general Training Division procedures.
• Oversee the development of Advanced Academy, In-service, and specialized training annually.
• Have extensive knowledge of 21st Century Policing principles
• Provide continuity to the Training Division when sworn leadership changes (i.e., new Training Division Commander, etc.)
• Able to develop a working knowledge of Minneapolis' Settlement Agreement with MDHR and the eventual DOJ Consent Decree and implement compliance training.
• Work with a sworn Training Commander to develop a yearly Training Plan.

Minimum Education
A Master's degree in Psychology, Education, Education Psychology, or a related field from a recognized college or university is required. A Ph.D. degree is preferred.

Minimum Experience
Five years of related professional experience.

Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and highly related experience in a similar environment may be considered.

Licenses/Certifications
None.

Selection Process
The examination/selection process for this position will consist of a rating of training & experience (100%). It is to your advantage to be as complete and thorough on your application materials, supplemental application (if applicable) and support documentation/materials, as is possible. Minimum passing score 70.00. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number of persons invited to test or to be invited to successive testing events.

Background Check
The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established.

• Knowledge of public safety/community safety systems.
• Thorough knowledge of City operations, budgeting, fiscal administration, management, and long-range planning policies, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of management, administration, and budgeting principles and practices.
• Ability to deal effectively with people in complex or controversial situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of management, City officials, vendors, government agencies, employees, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with various people and groups.
• Ability to lead large-scale transformations that involve multiple stakeholders, constituencies, and agencies.
• Experience developing and managing high-performing teams.
• Understanding city government's mechanics, and familiarity with and knowledge of public sector innovation.
• Knowledge of quality improvement and business re-engineering principles, tools, and practices.
• Ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to analyze data and develop metrics.
• Fluency in English.

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The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.