Public Safety Officer

Grand Valley State University; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Valley State University is seeking a qualified Police Officer to enforce laws and ensure campus safety. The role includes patrolling the campus, responding to emergencies, and engaging positively with the community. Successful candidates will possess relevant qualifications and be ready to serve in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental

Generous employer retirement contributions

Tuition waiver effective on date of hire

Qualifications

• MCOLES certified or licensable police officer.
• Valid Michigan driver's license with good record.
• Physical, mental, and emotional ability to execute duties.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state and local laws as a uniformed police officer.
• Patrol campus, respond to emergency calls.
• Provide first aid and maintain public safety.

Skills

Knowledge of current laws

Physical ability to execute duties

Good moral character

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

time left to apply End Date: July 14, 2025 (20 days left to apply)

job requisition id R103080

Salary & Benefits:

• Minimum starting salary of $31.25/hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Applicants must be currently MCOLES certified or licensable as a police officer as defined by MCOLES 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 First Responder training and certification.
• Performs other similar and related duties as directed by supervisor.

For information on the steps involved in the hiring process and additional information on our department, please visit our website at www.gvsu.edu/dps/recruitment .

How to Apply: Please submit an application with your cover letter and resume. You may add additional required documents here. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Captain Kourosh Khatir at 616-331-3255 or [e-mail]. If you need technical assistance, please call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Application Deadline:
Application closes July 2025. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.

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