Certified Police Officer

City of Southfield Human Resources; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Southfield Police Department seeks sworn Police Officers in Michigan who are in good standing, or who have completed an FTO program with good standing at separation, to join a dedicated public-safety team. Candidates must meet citizenship and education requirements and pass a thorough background and medical evaluation as part of the hiring process.

Starting pay is defined by years of qualifying service, with entry-level, mid-career, and senior levels outlined; comprehensive city

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a law enforcement officer at the time of application.
• Must be a sworn officer in good standing or completed an FTO with good standing at separation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Complete application, review qualifications, driving and criminal history checks.
• Pass oral board interview and a level 4 background investigation.

Job description

Description

Must be currently employed as a sworn Police Officer in "good standing" or have successfully completed an FTO program in "good standing" or if recently separated from service (e.g. laid-off or retired) must have been an officer in "good standing" at time of separation.

Good standing is not separation/resignation in lieu of termination.

Certified Police Officers starting pay

0-1 years exp.* - $59,457

2-4 years exp.* - $77,209

5+ years exp.* - $86,085

(* Years of qualifying work experience as a Certified Police Officer as determined by the City of Southfield, as of the eligibility list certification date)

Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield

• Must be certified as a law enforcement officer at the time of application.
• Must be currently employed as a sworn Police Officer in "good standing" or have successfully completed an FTO program or if recently separated from service (e.g. laid-off or retired) must have been an officer in "good standing" at the time of separation.
• **Good standing is not separation/resignation in lieu of termination**
• Must be a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position as required by the Southfield Police Department, including operation of motor vehicles and other equipment.
• Must have no felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions and be of a good moral character.
• Must have a valid Michigan driver's license. Out-of-state licenses are accepted provided the applicant can obtain a Michigan license.
• Good driving record as determined by the City of Southfield's standards.
• Must be able to meet the MCOLES Employment Standards.

Supplemental Information

The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant's qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive level 4 background investigation, and must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical exam prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.

City of Southfield Driving Standards link: City of Southfield

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified by email to attend the oral board interview. Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for one year from placement on the eligibility list.

Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail] if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required.

The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more!

City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary

Mandatory Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out

Supplemental Benefits: Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus

Blended Pension Plan Employees

Defined Benefit SERS

• 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service
• 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement
• 10 Years Vesting
• 5% Employee Contribution

Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare

• 3% 401 a City Contribution
• 3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum)
• 5 Year Vesting Schedule

https://www.missionsq.org/

Retirement Health Savings

Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month.

5 years of years of service: 50% vested

6 years of service: 75% vested

7 years of service: 100% vested

Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation.

Life Insurance MetLife

Benefits The city provides term life insurance benefits with accidental death and dismemberment for qualified employees as soon as possible, through the proper insurance carrier in accordance with the following schedule:

• AFSCME 329: 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance

Medical Elections

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025)

• Community Blue PPO 10
• Community Blue PPO 12
• Community Blue PPO 15

HAP HMO

Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield

Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield

Health insurance 1st day of the next month of hire date.

Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment.

COBRA coverage through TASC – in the event of separation– you are entitled to continuation medical coverage up to 18 months.

Retirement Savings Account

Supplemental

MissionSquare 457b

or

T. Rowe Price 457b

Retirement savings account with no employer contribution. Funds, added to a 457 can be pre-tax or post-tax.

Pre Tax funds lower taxable income in bi-weekly paycheck; however, taxes may have to be paid upon the distribution of funds in retirement.

Post-tax deferrals are taken from already taxed funds in your paycheck, which means that little to no taxes will be taken upon distribution in retirement. Loans are available.

Supplemental

Tuition Reimbursement

75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of "B" or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books.

Residency Bonus

Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency. Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible.

Fire and Police Excluded

Supplemental

MetLife

Voluntary Term Life and ADD

Additional life Insurance can be purchased for employees and dependents at an additional cost for the employee.

AFLAC

Short term disability, cancer, accident and hospitalization insurance. Dennis Patton [e-mail].

Supplemental

EAP Ulliance

Employee Assistance Program through Ulliance- six free counseling sessions, legal, finance and life coaching programs. Supervisors are not notified if employee uses services.

FMLA

Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid. Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor.

Supplemental

FSA & Dependent Care

Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs. A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses.

Pre-tax funds are deducted bi-weekly to cover the cost of the total amount you have elected. There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025.

Renew Annually, it’s not automatic.

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Union Contracts | City of Southfield

01

Are you currently employed as a sworn Police Officer in good standing?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you recently separated from service by lay-off or retirement?

• Yes
• No

03

If recently separated from service, were you in good standing at time of separation?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question