About Windom
Windom is a lively, growing city (pop. 4600), that is the county seat of Cottonwood County.
A transportation hub for the region as Windom is served by two major highways.
The city has a diverse economy including manufacturing, agriculture, hunting, medical and adult care facilities.
Windom is one of the state’s leading telecommunication centers with state-of-the-art fiber to home.
Windom’s historic courthouse square is the focal point for a variety of successful retail businesses.
By the Numbers
- School Population: 1,200
- Pre K –12th grade with 30+ college credit courses
- 65000 Acres of Public Hunting Land in SW Minnesota
- One of the Top 10 Pheasant Hunting Areas in America
- 14 Parks and places to play
- 14 parks, 5 playgrounds, outdoor pool, beach, river kayaking
- Ice/Horse/Racquetball Arena
- Skate park
- Ball fields
- Local gun club
- 2 Workout Centers
- Variety of youth and adult sports/activities
- 15 Churches
- 14 Service Clubs
- 3 Hotels
- Numerous local festival and arts events
Full Time Police Officer AdvertisementÂ
The City of Windom is currently accepting applications for the position of a Full-Time Police Officer. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and be P.O.S.T. licensed or eligible to be licensed at the time of hire. A copy of the P.O.S.T. license or Eligibility letter must be received with the application. Applicants will be required to pass background, physical, and psychological evaluations. Starting salary is $25.10 per hour with option of starting at a higher rate of pay.
Application forms are available below or you can contact the Windom Police Department at 507-831-6134. The City of Windom is an equal opportunity employer.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Â Fax and email applications will not be accepted. Please mail applications to the Windom Police Department, 444 9th St. Windom MN 56101
Requirements for Application:
- Cover letter and resume
- City of Windom Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire and Summary Sheet
- Copy of MN Peace Officer License or copy of letter from POST Board confirming eligibility
- Copy of any applicable training certificates
- Veteran’s Preference Form AND DD214 (if applicable)
All forms must be received by: Â Open until filled
Return forms to:
City of Windom
Police Department
444 Ninth Street
Windom, MN 56101
Full Time Officer Benefits
- 8 hours of sick time earned each month
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 40-192 vacation hours per year (depending on years of service)
- Provided full initial uniform
- Yearly uniform stipend after 1st year
- City pays 75% of single and family health insurance premium
- HSA/VEBA Plans Available
- PERA Retirement Life Insurance
- Optional Dental/Vision Plans Optional Deferred Compensation
Part Time Officer Benefits
- PERA Retirement
Salary
- 2023 Step 1, Starting Salary – $25.10 with option of starting at a higher rate of pay
Department Opportunities
- Drug Task Force
- Bike Patrol
- K-9
- Field Training Officer
- Full Time Investigator
- School Resource Officer
- Specialized Trainers
- Evidence Management
- Community Relations
- Regional HEAT(SWAT) Team
You must be a licensed Minnesota Police Officer or eligible for Minnesota POST licensing
- Able to pass a thorough background
investigation - Able to pass medical, physical and
psychological examinations - Drug Free
