Police Officer

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Police Officer

Salary

$59,618.00 - $82,116.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Uniformed Police

Job Number

202207331011PO

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

07/01/2022

Bargaining Unit

3000-Detroit Police Officers Association

Description

Benefits

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Description

The Detroit Police Department offers an extraordinary range of career options, from street patrol and investigations to advanced tactical units, crime analysis, community relations and more. The Detroit Police Department has it all for anyone who is seeking the full spectrum of being a law enforcement officer in a major city.

For more information on becoming a Detroit Police Officer, please visit the link below and watch the DPD hiring/training experience video.

Todd A. Bettison, Chief of Police

City of Detroit

Examples of Duties

A police officer shall be responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, preservation of the public peace, and the apprehension of criminals:

A police officer is responsible for the detection, prevention, and suppression of crime (e.g., proactive policing, etc.);

A police officer shall also be responsible for performing clerical duties as assigned by proper authority; and

A police officer shall ensure that all required forms, logs, etc., that are created by the officer are properly completed.

A police officer shall assume any other duties and responsibilities, which may be delegated by a superior officer or an entity with authority within the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

Possess a valid Driver's License

Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution

U. S. Citizen

No felony convictions

All applicants must attach a front and back copy of a valid Driver's License to their application

Supplemental Information

All Out of State applicants must attach a copy of their Police Clearance and Department of Motor Vehicle Record to their application*

Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

Dental

Vision

INSURANCE

Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Are you 18 years or older?

Yes

No

02

Are you a United States citizen?

Yes

No

03

Do you possess a valid Operator's License (Driver or Chauffeur)?

Yes

No

04

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

Yes

No

05

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

Yes

No

06

Are you presently or in the past used, sold, or purchased illegal narcotics, i.e., cocaine, heroin, mushrooms, etc. (excluding marijuana)?

Yes

No

07

Driver's License Number?

08

Are you currently employed as a certified officer with a law enforcement agency?

Yes

No

09

If you answered YES to the above question, please list the law enforcement agency, along with the city and state.

Required Question

Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

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