Public Safety Officer

Grand Valley State University; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Household tuition waiver

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement contributions

Work-life balance

Job summary

Grand Valley State University Police Department in Allendale, MI is seeking motivated, service-oriented individuals who are MCOLES-certified or licensable at hire and committed to building positive relationships within a vibrant campus community.

The department offers a starting pay of $32.19/hour, lateral transfer options, generous tuition waivers for employee and household members, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Applicants must be currently MCOLES certified or licensable as a police officer at time of hire.
• Valid State of Michigan driver's license with an acceptable traffic record.
• No criminal record, which will question credibility or public trust, expected of an officer.
• Possess good moral character as determined by a favorable comprehensive background investigation.
• Physical, mental and emotional ability to execute duties.
• Available to work any shift.
• Knowledge of current laws, standards and police procedures. Ability to learn and operate all communication equipment.
• Ability to maintain a satisfactory work performance and attendance record.

Responsibilities

• This is a uniformed and armed police position charged with enforcing state/local laws and the rules of the university.
• Patrols the campus in a marked unit.
• Responds to emergency calls for service.
• Arrest and issue citations as necessary.
• Provide backup assistance when dispatched.
• Provide first aid, scene control and/or coordination between backup units, ambulance and hospitals.
• Respond to and investigate complaints as received or as department requires.
• Testify at court and subsequent hearings.
• Serve subpoenas and warrants as requested.
• Revise and update all complaint reports and perform further actions as appropriate. Keep supervisor informed of progress.
• Provide surveillance of campus environment and report any unusual and/or unsafe conditions.
• Responsible for the safety and protection of the campus community, its personnel and property.
• Provide parking and crowd control at campus events.
• Act as a liaison between campus community and area law enforcement agencies.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of all equipment issued by the department.
• Willingness to exhibit proper attitude and demeanor to establish and maintain good public relations.
• Attend and complete by demonstrating proficiency all required in-service training programs which includes Medical FirstResponder training and certification.
• Performs other similar and related duties as directed by supervisor.

Education

Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience

Job description

Public Safety Officer

Allendale, MI

Full Time

R105100

Join the Grand Valley State University Police Department - NowHiring Police Officers!

The Grand Valley State University Police Department is seekingmotivated, service-oriented individuals who are currently MCOLESlicensed or licensable at time of hire and committed to buildingpositive relationships within a vibrant campus community. This isan exciting opportunity to continue or launch your law enforcementcareer in a professional, supportive, and community-focusedenvironment.

Why Join Us?

• Starting pay at $32.19/hour with the ability to start at a higherrate based on experience
• Lateral transfer friendly - bring your experience and continueyour career
• Outstanding education benefits:
  • 100% tuition waiver for employees
  • 50% tuition waiver for household members and dependents
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision,and retirement contributions
• Excellent work-life balance in a community-oriented policingenvironment
• Opportunities for professional growth and specializedassignments

Start your next chapter with a department that invests in yourcareer, your education, and your future.

Salary & Benefits

Minimum starting salary of $32.19/hour.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental,life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions,wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date ofhire.

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Applicants must be currently MCOLES certified or licensable asa police officer as defined by MCOLES at time of hire.
• Valid State of Michigan driver's license with an acceptabletraffic record.
• No criminal record, which will question credibility or publictrust, expected of an officer.
• Possess good moral character as determined by a favorablecomprehensive background investigation.
• Physical, mental and emotional ability to execute duties.
• Available to work any shift.
• Knowledge of current laws, standards and police procedures.Ability to learn and operate all communication equipment.
• Ability to maintain a satisfactory work performance andattendance record.

Responsibilities

• This is a uniformed and armed police position charged withenforcing state/local laws and the rules of the university.
• Patrols the campus in a marked unit.
• Responds to emergency calls for service.
• Arrest and issue citations as necessary.
• Provide backup assistance when dispatched.
• Provide first aid, scene control and/or coordination betweenbackup units, ambulance and hospitals.
• Respond to and investigate complaints as received or asdepartment requires.
• Testify at court and subsequent hearings.
• Serve subpoenas and warrants as requested.
• Revise and update all complaint reports and perform furtheractions as appropriate. Keep supervisor informed of progress.
• Provide surveillance of campus environment and report anyunusual and/or unsafe conditions.
• Responsible for the safety and protection of the campuscommunity, its personnel and property.
• Provide parking and crowd control at campus events.
• Act as a liaison between campus community and area lawenforcement agencies.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of all equipment issued bythe department.
• Willingness to exhibit proper attitude and demeanor to establish and maintain good public relations.
• Attend and complete by demonstrating proficiency all requiredin-service training programs which includes Medical FirstResponder training and certification.
• Performs other similar and related duties as directed bysupervisor.

Application Deadline

Application closes Thursday, October 22, 2026. This posting may beclosed at any time at the discretion of the University.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United Statesand must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able toperform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physicalstamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. Therequirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skilland/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions. The information contained in this job description is forcompliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended bythe ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Actof 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibitdiscrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will providereasonable accommodations to qualified individuals withdisabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/ TDDCallers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/EqualOpportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunityfor protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additionalidentities.