Sheriff Security Officer Hourly

Muskegon-County,-Mi; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Muskegon County in Michigan invites applications to establish an eligible list to fill present and future vacancies in its county system. The posted positions require residency, a background check, post-offer medical exam, and drug screening.

These roles are scheduled for up to 24 hours per week, require an associate degree with 30 credit hours in Police Science or Criminal Justice, and mandate U.S. citizenship, good moral character, and a valid Michigan driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with 30 credit hours in Police Science or Criminal Justice
• Residency in Michigan for 1 year prior to appointment
• U.S. citizenship
• Bondable
• Valid Michigan driver’s license with a good driving record
• In good physical condition
• Not convicted of a felony; no major moving violations within the last 24 months
• Note: age-related exceptions may apply for certain convictions

Education

Associate's Degree with 30 credits in Police Science or Criminal Justice

Job description

NOTE: Employees in these positions will be scheduled for not more than twenty-four (24) hours per week.

Required Experience and Training

• Possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university including the successful completion of a minimum of thirty (30) credit hours in Police Science or Criminal Justice;

Special Requirements

At the time of application, the applicant must:

• Be a bona fide resident of the State of Michigan for one (1) year prior to time of appointment;
• Possess good moral character as determined by a comprehensive background evaluation;
• Be a citizen of the United States;
• Be Bondable;
• Possess a valid Michigan driver's license and have a good driving record;
• Be in good physical condition;
• Have not been convicted of:
  • a. A felony violation.
  • b. Three (3) moving violations in the 24 months prior to application.
  • c. *Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • d. Two (2) or more violations of reckless driving or one (1) of reckless driving accompanied by aggravating circumstances.
  • e. *Loss of driving privilege through suspension or revocation of any driving license.
  • f. Any conviction for moving violations, accidents, non-moving violations, or violation of other laws which indicates poor driving attitude or habits, or lack of respect for the law.
  • *Note: A conviction of this type of offense may not be automatically disqualifying if the conviction(s) occurred when the applicant was between 17 and 20 years of age, and at least five (5) years have passed with no further convictions.

PHYSICAL ACTVITIES

An employee in this class must be in good physical condition such as to permit the occasional lifting and carrying of objects or persons weighing in excess of one hundred (100) pounds, and standing, walking or running for extended periods of time.

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS

An employee in this class performs job duties under a variety of environmental conditions including office assignments and travel throughout the County owned property during all types of weather conditions.

Evaluation Content

The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test given by a County appointed physician before the first day of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the medical examination and drug screening test. Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

Applicant Review Procedure

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

Purpose

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE