Police Officer

City of Fenton; Fenton (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Competitive hourly pay

Twelve paid holidays annually

Paid vacation after FTO

Sick time accrual

Health coverage

MERS Defined Contribution plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The City of Fenton is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Police Officer. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, officers enforce local, state, and federal laws, protect life and property, and serve the community with integrity and professionalism.

12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a $5,000 signing bonus and a current pay range of $27.25 - $38.34 per hour. Lateral transfer and longevity pay are also offered along with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• MCOLES license or eligibility for licensure.
• Must pass drug test, background check, and examinations.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect criminal activity.
• Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and public assistance.
• Conduct traffic enforcement and accident investigations.
• Investigate crimes and gather evidence.
• Prepare detailed reports and testify in court.
• Engage with the community to promote public safety and positive relationships.

Skills

U.S. Citizen

Michigan resident

Michigan driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

CITY OF FENTONPOLICE OFFICER

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSTINGGeneral Summary:The City of Fenton is seeking qualified, motivated candidates for the position of Police Officer. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, officers are responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws, protecting life and property, and serving the community with integrity and professionalism.

Essential Job Functions

• Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect criminal activity
• Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and public assistance
• Conduct traffic enforcement and accident investigations
• Investigate crimes and gather evidence
• Prepare detailed reports and testify in court
• Engage with the community to promote public safety and positive relationships
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and resident of the State of Michigan
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid Michigan driver’s license with good driving record
• Associate’s degree or 60 Credit Hours required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Must be Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) licensed or eligible for licensure (completed a police academy)
• Must meet department physical and psychological evaluation standards
• No felony convictions

Physical Demands and Work Environment:In the role of police officer, an employee must be able to perform the essential tasks as identified by the Michigan Commission on Lawn Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). This includes, but is notlimited to, climbing, jumping, crawling, running, lifting, carrying, dragging, walking, and standing on unfamiliar terrain. An employee will use their hands and feet while employing defensive tacticsmaneuvers and using body force to gain entrance through barriers to search, seize, investigate,and/or rescue. Employees will operate emergency vehicles during day and night and must be able toenter and exit vehicles quickly. Visual acuity, effective communication skills both verbally and written to command a situation, and operating firearms and other necessary equipment are required. Anemployee in this position is occasionally exposed to accident and health hazards associated with theconditions or situations associated with emergency operations and may occasionally require heavyphysical exertion if involved in making an arrest or other general patrol activities.

Conditions of Employment

Must pass a drug test, comprehensive background check, physical andpsychological examination.

Work Schedule

12-hour shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Salary and Benefits

• $5,000 Signing Bonus
• Current pay range $27.25 - $38.34 per hour
• Lateral transfer starting pay based on experience
• Longevity pay
• Twelve (12) paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation time upon successful completion of FTO
• Eight (8) hours sick time earned per month
• Excellent medical, dental, vision coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• MERS Defined Contribution plan
• Career Development and Training Opportunities