Police Officer

City of Ypsilanti; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA Contributions

FSA

Job summary

The City of Ypsilanti is hiring Police Officers. This role involves patrolling the city, enforcing laws, investigating incidents, and providing testimony in court.

A strong emphasis on judgment, initiative, and independent work under department policy is required. The position offers a competitive salary range with benefits including medical, dental, vision, a City-funded HSA, FSA, and a defined benefit pension plan, among other perks.

Qualifications

• Must complete MCOLES Police Certification or be eligible.
• Possess valid Michigan Driver's License and be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to quickly and objectively analyze situations and communicate observations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Patrols a designated area of the city in a patrol car; preserve law and order and enforce laws.
• Responds to calls involving traffic incidents, crimes, disturbances, and civil matters; takes action and testifies when required.
• Conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, questions suspects and witnesses, and makes arrests as needed.
• Prepares case reports and documents.
• Transports and processes prisoners to court and jail; provides crowd control at events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Situation analysis

Communication

Firearm handling

Education

MCOLES Police Certification Program

Job description

The City of Ypsilanti is hiring Police Officers! We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, generous leave time, and a defined benefit pension program. If you're looking to work for a diverse and inclusive municipality,

This is skilled police work in the protection of life and property through enforcement of laws and ordinances. Assignments are received and are carried out under established policies and procedures and according to laws, ordinances, and departmental policy. Employees must use considerable judgment, initiative, and skill in a variety of cases and must be able to act without direct supervision in completing work.

PAY/SALARY

• $54,738 - $84,999/annually
• Lateral Hires up to $66,846/annually

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• City-Funded HSA Contributions (up to $6,600)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Annual Medical Waiver Stipend (up to $5,000)
• Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• LegalShield, IDShield & AFLAC Options
• Fetch Pet Insurance
• Michigan 529 Educations Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exclusive Employee Discounts

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrols a designated area or the total city in a patrol car; preserves law and order; prevents and discovers the commission of crime; apprehends criminals and offenders and enforces vehicle and traffic laws.
• Responds to calls and complaints involving traffic accidents, robberies, felonies, misdemeanors, disturbances, and a wide variety of civil and domestic situations; takes necessary police action, serves warrants, makes arrests as required and testifies as a witness in court.
• Conducts preliminary investigations at the scenes of crimes and accidents; gathers evidence; locates and questions suspects and witnesses; makes arrest as required and testifies as a witness in court.
• Prepares a number of reports on cases and complaints.
• Transports and processes prisoners to court and jail.
• Establishes traffic control and protection at incidents which attract crowds; performs police duties at special events and activities, such as parades, festivals, sporting events.
• Performs daily routine maintenance and safety inspections on patrol cars.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, candidates must successfully complete the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) Police Certification Program. Applicants must either be certified or eligible for certification as a police officer. Additionally, candidates are required to possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver's License and be a U.S. Citizen.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to interact with the public courteously, professionally, and tactfully. They must have the ability to quickly and objectively analyze situations, determining the appropriate course of action. The role also requires the ability to accurately gather information and clearly communicate observations, behaviors, and actions both orally and in writing. Furthermore, candidates must be able to develop proficiency in the use and care of firearms.