Position Title: Part-Time Police Officer
Employee Group: Support
Division/Department: Public Safety
Status: Part-Time
Starting Salary: $23.35 – $25.91 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Position Summary
The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity, and inclusion in students, faculty, and staff.
This part-time Police Officer position serves the College community as a sworn officer responsible for ensuring safety and security through patrolling, emergency response, law enforcement, and public service. Officers serve as a visible presence on campus, provide assistance during emergencies, and work proactively to maintain a safe learning environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited to the Following
Patrol (Vehicle, Bicycle, Foot):
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Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and support college operations
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Respond to service calls and emergencies
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Investigate incidents, secure evidence, and prepare reports
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Control traffic and parking areas; issue warnings or citations
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Make arrests when warranted
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Provide visible presence on campus grounds and buildings
Emergency Response:
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Administer emergency first aid
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Respond to medical, fire, and law enforcement incidents
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Serve legal documents as needed
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Assist with vehicle crashes and traffic control
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Cooperate with other emergency agencies
Investigations and Documentation:
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Conduct investigations for criminal and non-criminal complaints
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Interview involved parties and complete detailed reports
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Process LiveScan fingerprinting as needed
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Collaborate with prosecutors, law enforcement, and campus judicial systems
Public Service and Community Engagement:
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Assist with vehicle lockouts, safety escorts, wrecker services, and wayfinding
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Operate dispatch and communication systems
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Promote safety awareness and maintain familiarity with campus operations
Required Qualifications
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Associate degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or equivalent knowledge and skills
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Licensed Police Officer by M.C.O.L.E.S
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Valid, unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Comfortable working with diverse populations including students, faculty, staff, and visitors
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Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime
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Physically able to perform the duties of a police officer (including strenuous activity and inclement weather conditions)
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This is an essential personnel position—required to report to work during college closures
Additional Experiences Considered
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Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement / Criminal Justice
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CPR/First Aid or Medical First Responder certification
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Training in lethal and non-lethal use of force
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Precision driving certification
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Previous experience in a college or university law enforcement environment
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit an online application and include the following attachments:
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Cover Letter (including position title)
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Resume
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Transcript 1 (official transcripts required upon hire)
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Three current professional references
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Certifications and licenses
Optional Documents:
Posting-Specific Questions
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In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy:
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If you selected "Other" above, please tell us where you heard about this posting:
(Open Ended)
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Please discuss the importance of diversity in law enforcement, both from an employment perspective and from a provision of service perspective:
(Open Ended)
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Describe your understanding and experience in creating a sense of belonging for all students, faculty, staff, and community members:
(Open Ended)
