Police Officer
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Police Officer
Salary
$42,795.00 - $63,976.00 Annually
Location
MI 48226, MI
Job Type
Uniformed Police
Department
Police Department
Job Number
202207331011PO
Description
The Detroit Police Department offers an extraordinary range of career options, from street patrol and investigations to advanced tactical units, crime analysis, community relations and more. The Detroit Police Department has it all for anyone who is seeking the full spectrum of being a law enforcement officer in a major city.
For more information on becoming a Detroit Police Officer, please visit the link below and watch the DPD hiring/training experience video.
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Police
James E. White, Chief of Police
City of Detroit
Examples of Duties
A police officer shall be responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, preservation of the public peace, and the apprehension of criminals:
A police officer is responsible for the detection, prevention, and suppression of crime (e.g., proactive policing, etc.);
A police officer shall also be responsible for performing clerical duties as assigned by proper authority; and
A police officer shall ensure that all required forms, logs, etc., that are created by the officer are properly completed.
A police officer shall assume any other duties and responsibilities, which may be delegated by a superior officer or an entity with authority within the department.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a valid Driver's License
Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
U. S. Citizen
No felony convictions
All applicants must attach a front and back copy of a valid Driver's License to their application
Supplemental Information
All Out of State applicants must attach a copy of their Police Clearance and Department of Motor Vehicle Record to their application*
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
City Employees Benefits Summary
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
Medical
Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits after ninety-one (91) days of employment.
Dental
Eligible for dental care after sixth (6) months of employment.
Vision
Eligible for eye care after six (6)months of employment.
Life Insurance
Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan)
The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
Sick Leave
City employees accrue sick leave based on the number of regular hours worked. Full time employees earn ninety-six (96) hours of sick leave per year. You may carry over your unused sick leave. Effective July 7, 2012 maximum accumulation is 300 hours.
VACATION and LEAVE
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King's Birthday
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
Other Leave Policies
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
• Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. (In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); • An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
Advancement Opportunities
Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of
Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
Agency
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
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