Police Officer Certified/ Certifiable (Lateral)

City of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lansing is seeking a Police Officer Certified/Certifiable to protect and serve the community. Under supervision, you will perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties including traffic control, investigations, arrests, and support for crime prevention programs.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Michigan driver’s license, and be able to pass a rigorous background check; certification or RPTE eligibility is required, and military or LEA experience is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred or 24 college credits.
• Prior law enforcement experience or military service may satisfy requirements.
• Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and RPTE if applicable.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws, prevent crimes, and conduct investigations under supervision.
• Control traffic, issue citations, and make arrests as needed.
• Support crime prevention programs and provide administrative support to LE services.

Skills

US Citizenship

Background check clearance

Valid Driver's License

Background investigation ability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate Degree (preferred) or 24 college credits or 2 years LEA experience or military commitment

Job description

The Police Officer Certified/Certifiable position protects and serves the citizens and communities of the City of Lansing. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties involving the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; controls traffic flow and enforces state and local traffic regulations; issues citations; participates in and conducts a variety of criminal investigations; makes arrests; provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• AND an Associate Degree (preferred) OR completion of 24 semester credit (or term equivalency) hours of college level coursework, OR 2 years of experience at a Law Enforcement Agency (certified officer) OR Current Military Commitment in Good Standing OR Completion of Commitment to the military in Good Standing. Some Military Course Credits may be used for equivalency.
• Candidates with prior law enforcement experience and a lapse in certification must provide proof of re-certification prior to the City of Lansing final job offer.
• Out of State certified applicants must be able to pass MCOLES Recognition of Prior Training and Experience (RPTE) program or testing prior to City of Lansing final job offer
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESSTHE FOLLOWING:

• Must be available to work 10 hour shifts to include nights, weekends, holidays and various overtime assignments
• Possess good moral character as determined by a favorable, comprehensive, and extensive background investigation covering school and employment records, home environment, and personal traits and integrity
• Honorably discharged USA Armed Forces Veteran (copy of DD-214 must be included in application packet), if apply
• Must be a US Citizen at time of job offer
• Possess a valid Michigan Driver's License at time of employment with a satisfactory driving record
• Nopending orpast felony convictions
• Ability to pass a background investigation
• Meet physical standards as determined by the City's Medical Doctor

THIS POSITION IS NOT FOR POLICE ACADEMY SPONSORSHIP, APPLYING TO THIS POSITION WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO BE CONSIDERED FOR SPONSORSHIP

READ SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY FOR FULL CONSIDERATION

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at [phone]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

NO HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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