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The City of Muskegon covers a 26 square mile area comprised of lakeshore, parks, business and residential areas, offering a variety of restaurants, retail stores, theaters and museums. Located nearby are amusement parks, golf courses, and other items of interest and entertainment for you and your family. In addition to the numerous elementary and middle schools, Muskegon offers you the opportunity to continue your education with two colleges located in the City, offering two- and four-year degrees along with graduate studies. The Muskegon Police Department is a professional and progressive police agency service a culturally diverse population located on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. As a la w enforcement officer, you will accept the responsibility of working with other officers and citizens to ensure that Muskegon remains a safe and enjoyable community to live in and raise your family. A police officer Candidate for the City of Muskegon must be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or G.E.D., have no prior felony convictions (including expunged convictions), possess a valid Michigan operator's or chauffeur's license and have an acceptable driving record, must pass a comprehensive background investigation and meet one of the following conditions: 1. be a certified Police Officer in the State of Michigan; 2. be eligible for reciprocal certification if a Police Officer in another state (if a certified Police Officer in another state); 3. be eligible for re-certification by MCOLES as a Police Officer in the State of Michigan; or 4. have successfully completed a MCOLES-approved police academy and be certifiable as a Police Officer in the State of Michigan. Upon your appointment as a police officer with the City of Muskegon, you will receive 14 weeks of intensive instruction from one of the department's Field Training Officers. Upon completion of the Field Training Program, you will be assigned to work a variety of shifts on patrol and your duties will include: district patrol, traffic enforcement and investigation, criminal investigation, crime prevention and public relations. The Muskegon Police Department will also provide you with ongoing training. This training will consist of departmental in-service provided by "instructor certified" officers as well as the opportunity to attend training schools and seminars held at various colleges and police departments. You will find a rewarding and fulfilling career awaiting you in a modern law enforcement agency when you become a member of the Muskegon Police Department. The Muskegon Police Department has a wide variety of positions you may experience during your career. Beginning with your appointment to patrol officer, hard work and your experience on the street will open the door to an opportunity to transfer into a specialist position. Promotions to a command position are based upon qualifying seniority and competitive testing against other applicants through the Civil Service Department. Currently, promotion to the rank of sergeant, lieutenant, captain and assistant Director of Public Safety are based on this process. The position of Director of Public Safety is an appointment made by city management. The City of Muskegon offers a competitive salary range in addition to health, life, dental and prescription insurances, paid sick and vacation leave, longevity incentive, deferred income plans, (benefits are subject to union contract negotiations). An applicant should prefer having business contact with people, prefer working for prestige or the esteem of others, and prefer communicating ideas. Applicant should be able to perform a variety of duties which may change often; deal with people beyond giving and receiving instruction; communicate information effectively; work under stress; show good judgment; compare information to verifiable data and laws; make very quick decisions; and work effectively as a team member when required. Applicant must be able to reach for, handle and manipulate objects; maintain average or better physical condition and strength; speak clearly and hear well; and see well (naturally or with correction) and distinguish colors. Positions with the Muskegon Police Department:
The City of Muskegon utilizes a Civil Service system. Current job postings from the City of Muskegon Civil Service Department. Patrol Officer Salary Range: MCOLES Certified: $33,753 starting salary + full benefits If you have any questions about a career in law enforcement with the Muskegon Police Department, please feel free to contact Capt. Mark Lewis at 231-724-6751 or e-mail to Hiring Personnel For application information and job descriptions and requirements, please contact the Civil Service Department at 231-724-6716 |
