Employment Opportunities  

Central Michigan University - Police Officer

CMU Police.  Required:  HS or equiv; 1 year qualifying work experience; MCOLES certification; possession of a valid driver's license; see www.jobs.cmich.edu for a salary range, employment benefits and complete list of requirements.  Applicants must apply on-line at www.jobs.cmich.edu.  CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity within its community (see www.cmich.edu/aaeo/).

  

Ferris State University - Public Safety Officer

Responsibilities:    Work under the direction of the Director to provide protection of life and property, traffic control, parking enforcement, criminal investigations, preserve peace, and apprehend and prosecute criminals.

Required:    Must be certified by, or certifiable by, the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES); pass a written exam and an oral interview, background investigation, medical exam, and psychological evaluation; possess a high school diploma or GED, good moral character, satisfactory driving record, and a valid Michigan operator's license; ability to work with a multicultural diverse group.  For a complete posting or to apply, access the electronic applicant system by logging onto the FSU Home Page at www.ferris.edu, click Employment (under Campus Resources), click FSU Electronic Employment System - Job Postings.  Ferris State University is sincerely committed to being a truly diverse institution and actively seeks applications from women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups.  An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

 

Fowlerville Police Department

The Fowlerville Police Department is accepting applications and/or resumes for a full/part time police officer position.  To receive consideration, it is preferred that the applicant have one year full time road patrol experience, or two years of part time experience; however, candidates will be considered with less than the preferred road patrol experience.  The applicant must have good interpersonal-public relation skills and be able to work a variety of shifts including holidays and weekends.  The applicant must also meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Be a Michigan Resident
• Possess a valid Michigan driver's license
• Have obtained valid MCOLES certification or certifiable
• Possess a two year deree in criminal justice or related field from an accredited college and successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation, medical examination and drug screen.

Resumes must include work experience and professional references.  You may send or fax your resume to:

Chief Thomas A. Couling

Fowlerville Police Department

213 S. Grand Avenue

Fowlerville, MI 48836

Fax:  (517) 223-9003

 

Hamburg Township Police Department

POSITION:  Police Officers - Two (2) Full Time Police Officers, Hamburg Township Police Department, Hamburg, Michigan

ABOUT HAMBURG TOWNSHIP:  The Hamburg Township Police Department is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Full Time Police Officer.  Hamburg Township, a General Law Township of 23,000 residents, is located in southern Livingston County.  Its proximity to US-23 and I-96 and its "up-North" rural feel have made it a popular residential community.  Hamburg Township's thirty-five lakes, Huron River, and Brighton State Recreation Area are popular year-round attractions.  The Hamburg Township Police Department is comprised of an excellent group of professional men and women who strive to serve their community with quality law enforcement services.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Minimum qualifications for the position are:

• Must be a citizen of the United States
• Must have reached 21st birthday at time of appointment
• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License at the time of application
• Must possess a minimum of an Associates Degree from an accredited college
• Ability to pass an extensive background check
• Ability to perform the essential job functions of a police officer
• Ability to successfully complete a physical and psychological examination
• Must be either certified or certifiable "police officer" by M.C.O.L.E.S.
• Ability to successfully complete all phases of the selection process

SALARY:  Starting salary is $38,188.00 plus excellent benefits.

Hamburg Township is a local government unit located in Livingston County, Michigan and is an EEO employer.

Please submit application and resume to:

Chief of Police

Hamburg Township Police Department

P. O. Box 157

Hamburg, MI 48139

Applications are available at http://www.hamburg.mi.us and will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

Marlette Police Department

The Marlette Police Department will be accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Police Officers.

Experience and certification is required.

Resumes may be sent to:    Marlette Police Department, 6436 Morris Street, Marlette MI 48453

 

Milford Police Department

The Milford Police Department is now accepting resumes (with cover letter) in anticipation of at least one position becoming available in the near future for the position of Police Officer; Full Time.

The Milford Police Department, serving a population of over 17,000 and an area of 36 square miles, is seeking candidates for the position of full-time Police Officer.  The Milford Police are a department of Village government, also serving the surrounding Charter Township of Milford.  Milford is a thriving community with a prosperous downtown and several square miles of parkland.  Milford is home to the General Motors Proving Ground, about halfway between Detroit and Lansing.

Applicants must be MCOLES certified or certifiable at time of hire.  Additional qualifications include:

• Age 21 - U.S. citizen
• Minimum 2 years (60 credit hours) college
• Must meet the qualifications of the Police Officer job description for the Milford Police Department, consistent with ADA
• Valid MI driver's license
• Red Cross CPR and First Aid
• Able to work variable days and hours, including overtime
• Ability to read, comprehend, write and communicate effectively

Submit a resume with cover letter to the Milford Police Department,

1100 Atlantic Street, Milford, MI 48381-2075.

The Milford Police Department does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Portage Police Department

The City of Portage is developing an active hiring list for both full-time and part-time police officer vacancies.

The minimum qualifications for a successful candidate include the following:

• Must Possess an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field, or equivalent in training and experience.  A Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice is preferred.
• Must be MCOLES certified or certifiable.
• Must pass a written assessment test conducted by an outside testing firm, and internal oral board (Panel) interview, comprehensive background investigation, and post-offer physical and psychological examinations.
• Must pass or have passed the MCOLES physical fitness test within 6 months of being hired.
• Must possess/obtain a valid Michigan driver license with excellent record
• No felony convictions, including expunged convictions.
• Must obtain residency within 20 miles of city boundaries within one year.

The City utilizes the independent testing firm of EMPCO Inc. to conduct an initial written test.  To participate in the City's application process, go to the EMPCO web site at http://www/empco.net/ and follow instructions to register and schedule participation in a written test session.  Tests are conducted in numerous locations and on numerous dates around the State.  After scheduling a written test, go to the City of Portage web site at http://www.portagemi.gov and fill out a City of Portage application.  To be included in the pool of candidates being developed at this time you must complete and pass an EMPCO entry-level Police Officer written test no later than February 19th, 2012.  Empco charges a fee to take the examination but results of the test will be accepted by all participating police departments in Michigan (approx.60 agencies).

The City of Portage offers a starting rate of $20.12/hour (29.72/hour within five years) and an excellent full-time benefit package.  A limited benefit package is offered for part-time.

Aditional questions about the Portage Police Officer hiring process should be directed to the Department of Employee Development at (2690 329-4533.

 

    

Richfield Township Police Department

Richfield Township Police Department is accepting resumes for part time patrol officer.  Starting wage is $14.10 after one year $16.15.  Send or drop off resumes to Richfield Township Police Department, 5381 N. State Road, Davison MI 48423.

 

SAGINAW CHIPPEWA TRIBAL POLICE

The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police, Mt. Pleasant, MI, is seeking certified or certifiable applicants wishing to apply for a full-time police officer position.  Applicants can expect to apply for employment at the Isabella Federal Reservation in Mt. Pleasant, with outpost responsibilities on the Saganing Reservation near Standish, MI.  Candidates selected will be subject to Oral Interview(s), Background Investigation, as well as Physical and Drug Screen testing.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Requirements set forth by MCOLES
• Valid Michigan Drivers License
• Associate Degree or Greater preferred
• Certified Police Office Experience preferred.

Applicants are required to apply with the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe - Human Resource Department as well as the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department.  These applicants are separate and both must be accurately to be considered.  Human Resources application can be found at http://www.sagchip.org/hr/index.htm.  To obtain a secondary application please contact the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department at (989) 775-4700 or at the below listed address.  Resume should also accompany department application.

Written correspondence regarding hiring must be submitted to the below address and attention:

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police

Attn:  Sgt. Kipp Moe

6954 E. Broadway Rd.

Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

 

Saginaw Valley State University Police Department

The Saginaw Valley State University Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.

For further information about this position, please click on the following link:  http://jobopportunities.svsu.edu and Search Postings.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

SEASONAL/PART-TIME POLICE OFFICER POSITION

TAWAS POLICE AUTHORITY

The Tawas Police Authority (serving the Cities of East Tawas and Tawas City) is seeking applicants interested in Seasonal/Part-time Police Officer positions.

These positions would be utilized to fill occasional vacancies in patrol coverage up to 80 hrs./month.  Rate of pay is $14.00/hr.

Applicants must be certified/certifiable by MCOLES, have significant patrol experience and have up to date training.  Applicants planning to also maintain employment by another agency will be considered.

Interested individuals may send a resume to the:

Tawas Police Authority

810 W. Westover Street

East Tawas MI 48730

(989) 362-7718

 

 

 SEASONAL POLICE OFFICER POSITION

The City of Ludington (pop. 8,400) is accepting applications for the position of Seasonal Police Officer.  Applicants must be certified/certifiable by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards.  Rate of pay for SEASONAL position is $12/hr. for up to 40 hours per week (May - September).  Interested individuals may apply at the Ludington Police Department, 408 S. Harrison Street, Ludington MI 49431, (231) 843-3425.  (Residency requirement in accordance with current applicable State Law.)  Applications available at:  http://www.ludington.mi.us/departments/police_department/employment.html and will be accepted until position is filled.  The City of Ludington is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

University of Michigan Flint Campus

Police Officer

Responsibilities:  Patrol, on foot and in a motor vehicle, all University property; prevent crime on the campus; and provide security services to students, faculty, staff, and visitors..  Issue violation notices.  Prepare narrative crime reports and non-criminal reports, such as automobile accident, injury reports, and other incident reports.  Prepare daily activity log.  Use a portable fire extinguisher to extinguish very small fires.  Respond to radio calls for service.  Provide response to emergency requests and coordinate police, fire, and medical assistance.  Assist in emergency procedures, such as locating persons and evacuating buildings.  Provide traffic  crowd control at special events and University  sponsored activities.  Observe the conduct of persons to detect dangerous or criminal practices or violations of University regulations.  Dissuade persons from continuing unacceptable conduct and practices.  Stand guard and/ or patrol on foot or in a motor vehicle to prevent theft, violence, vandalism, or infractions of University rules.  Restrain and remove disorderly persons from campus as appropriate.

Conduct preliminary investigations using routine investigative procedures.

Provide escorts of persons.  Lock and unlock doors in buildings.  Display a positive and professional attitude and demeanor.  Represent the University to students, faculty, staff and visitors to the campus.  Provide information and general assistance to the University community.

Act as liaison with federal, state, and local police and state and local fire officials.

Identify, apprehend and arrest subjects.  Obtain and serve warrants, subpoenas, and other court documents.  Detain, search and question suspects as appropriate.

Participate in training sessions and crime prevention programs.  Provide jump starts and unlocks of motor vehicles.  Perform other related job duties as assigned by Public Safety Department supervisors.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.  Completion of a State of Michigan accredited police academy training program is necessary.  Some knowledge of State and Federal laws and University ordinances and regulations is necessary.  Possess a valid Michigan motor vehicle operator or chauffeur's license.  Must be a U.S. Citizen, have obtained the minimum age, not less than 18 years of age or as otherwise provided by law.  Have the ability to work under pressure, and work in excess of eight hours.  Possess good moral character as determined by a favorable comprehensive background investigation.

Just be able to pass the medical, psychological exam and the Frontline testing system.

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must attach a resume that includes work and education history.  If you wish to submit a cover letter, you must include it as page one of your resume document.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a college setting.  Demonstrate a high level of verbal and interpersonal skills acceptable on a college campus.

Union Affiliation

Position comes under the provisions of the Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM) Union

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an  equal oppportunity/affirmative action employer.