Public Safety Officers

City of Kalamazoo; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Training

Benefits/Pension

Spanish Language Bonus

Residency Bonus

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The City of Kalamazoo is seeking Public Safety Officers to patrol and respond to police, fire, and medical emergencies in the community. PSOs work 12-hour shifts and follow a 28-day rotation with 14 days on and 14 days off, including two weekends off per month.

Compensation starts with training wages, rising as they become fully trained and reaching the top of scale. Applicants must be 21 by May 27, 2027, possess good character, hold a valid driver’s license, be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Must have Character Fitness (good moral character).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet MCOLES licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas as a Public Safety Officer.
• Respond to calls for police, fire, and medical emergencies in a professional and caring manner.

Skills

Character Fitness

Driver's License

U.S. Citizenship

MCOLES Licensing

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or higher preferred

Job description

Public Safety Officers (PSOs) protect and serve the community by responding to calls for service involving police, fire, and medical emergencies in a professional and caring manner, to enhance the quality of life for all people in the City of Kalamazoo. We offer a meaningful career with opportunities for professional development and advancement through promotion.

Balance Life and Career

Public Safety Officers (PSO) assigned to patrol, work 12-hour shifts. During a 28-day rotation, PSOs are scheduled to work 14 days and have 14 days off (to include 2 weekends off per month)

Compensation

• Free Training plus hourly wages
• Excellent Benefits/Pension
• Spanish Language Bonus
• Residency Bonus
• Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

Police Academy Graduates (certifiable) -OR- Public Safety Recruits

• Training Wage: $55,779.36/yr.
• Fully Trained: $68,643.12/yr.
• Top of Scale: $92,907.36/yr.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must be 21 years old by May 27, 2027, possess Character Fitness (good moral character), have a valid driver's license, be a U.S. Citizen, and meet all MCOLES licensing requirements. Must be available for full-time hire/start of training on January 19, 2027.

Acceptable Training and Experience

Minimum of High School Diploma; Associate or higher preferred, or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of the job.