Join our team! The City of Kentwood is seeking applicants for a Police Officer in the Kentwood Police Department. We are also offering lateral transfers from other police departments. Starting wage for officers with previous policing experience will coincide with their years of service, up to top officer pay. Please click here for more details.
Pay and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $69,197- $88,317. The City of Kentwood offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 22% retirement plan contribution (12% employer, 10% employee), 11 paid holidays, 24 hours of personal time, 96 hours of sick time, and up to four weeks of vacation annually.
We’re proud to be among the first municipal employers in West Michigan to offer a fully paid parental leave benefit. Our policy provides employees with four weeks of fully paid leave following birth, adoption or placement for adoption. Employees who give birth are eligible for an additional two weeks of leave for a total of six weeks fully paid.
We also offer competitive medical insurance with a 2% employee premium share, ranging from $8.64-$20.00 biweekly, as well as free telehealth visits. Employees enjoy no-cost dental insurance, vision coverage, a health savings account with an annual employer contribution ranging from $800 - $1,600, flexible spending account options and a generous retirement health savings plan. Additionally, we provide employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability coverage at no cost to employees and free access to an employee assistance program.
Position Summary
Main responsibilities for this role include performing a variety of public safety and law enforcement services to protect the life and property of the City’s residents and visitors.
Our ideal candidate has a minimum of an associate degree upon completion of basic training academy and meets the following requirements:
- At least 18 years of age;
- A United States citizen at the time of testing for the position;
- No felony convictions;
- Valid Michigan driver's license prior to hire date;
- Attended a police academy.
Please view the full job description and requirements for more details.
About the Police Department
The position is part of the Kentwood Police Department, which serves the city with excellence by reducing crime, increasing traffic safety and engaging with the community. The department includes a dedicated team of sworn officers and professional staff who work around the clock to ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents and visitors. Satisfaction surveys show that on average 94% of residents rate the overall performance of the Kentwood Police Department as good or excellent. The Kentwood Police Department strives to deliver professional police services and address community concerns as they develop.
About the City of Kentwood
A community of more than 54,000 residents and growing, Kentwood is a safe, prosperous and welcoming city with vibrant neighborhoods and flourishing businesses that make it a wonderful place to live and work. The City offers easy access to a variety of amenities including many of West Michigan’s destination shopping, dining, entertainment and outdoor recreation options. This, along with Kentwood’s outstanding public-school systems, wide variety of businesses and opportunities for professional growth, attracts a diverse population.
With a mission of providing high quality services to foster a thriving community for all, Kentwood maintains a culture of excellent customer service, actively providing a responsive and responsible local government with a focus on continual improvement.
The City of Kentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply today to join our supportive, dynamic team!
