Pre-Service Police Officer

Salary: $57,725.00 - $92,196.00 Annually Location : Southfield, MI Job Type: Career Full-Time Job Number: 202200007 Department: Police Sworn Opening Date: 01/03/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Equal Opportunity Language: This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis, of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. ADA: Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at (248) 796-4700 or if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. Description Please check your email inbox, spam and junk folders for important communication regarding your hiring status. If you unsubscribe from emails, you will not receive notices to schedule interviews and testing. This position is not sponsored to the police academy. At the time of application, applicants must be currently accepted to or attending a MCOLES approved police academy or must be State of Michigan pre-service certifiable as a law enforcement officer. Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield Must be State of Michigan pre-service certifiable as a law enforcement officer under Act 203, Public Acts of 1965 as amended or currently attending a Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) approved Basic Training School (Police Academy) at the time of application. Must be a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or equivalent. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position as required by the Southfield Police Department, including operation of motor vehicles and other equipment. Must have no felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions and be of a good moral character. Must have a valid Michigan driver's license. Out-of-state licenses are accepted provided the applicant can obtain a Michigan license. Good driving record as determined by the City of Southfield's standards. Must be able to meet the MCOLES Employment Standards. Supplemental Information The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant's qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive level 4 background investigation, and must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical exam prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step. City of Southfield Driving Standards link: Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified by email to attend the oral board interview. Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for one year from placement on the eligibility list. This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements, and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at (248) 796-4700 or if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more! City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary OVERVIEW Mandatory Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out Supplemental Benefits: Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus Blended Pension Plan EmployeesDefined Benefit SERS 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement 10 Years Vesting 5% Employee Contribution Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare 3% 401 a City Contribution 3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum) 5 Year Vesting Schedule Retirement Health Savings Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month. 5 years of years of service: 50% vested 6 years of service: 75% vested 7 years of service: 100% vested Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation. Life Insurance MetLife The city provides term life insurance benefits with accidental death and dismemberment for qualified employees as soon as possible, through the proper insurance carrier in accordance with the following schedule: AFSCME 329: 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage. ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance Medical ElectionsBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025) Community Blue PPO 10 Community Blue PPO 12 Community Blue PPO 15 HAP HMO Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield Health insurance 1st day of the next month of hire date. Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment. COBRA coverage through TASC - in the event of separation- you are entitled to continuation medical coverage up to 18 months.Retirement Savings Account SupplementalMissionSquare 457b or T. Rowe Price 457b Retirement savings account with no employer contribution. Funds, added to a 457 can be pre-tax or post-tax. Pre Tax funds lower taxable income in bi-weekly paycheck; however, taxes may have to be paid upon the distribution of funds in retirement. Post-tax deferrals are taken from already taxed funds in your paycheck, which means that little to no taxes will be taken upon distribution in retirement. Loans are available. Supplemental Tuition Reimbursement 75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of "B" or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books. Residency Bonus Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency. Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible. Fire and Police Excluded Supplemental MetLifeVoluntary Term Life and ADD Additional life Insurance can be purchased for employees and dependents at an additional cost for the employee. AFLAC Short term disability, cancer, accident and hospitalization insurance. Dennis Patton . Supplemental EAP Ulliance Employee Assistance Program through Ulliance- six free counseling sessions, legal, finance and life coaching programs. Supervisors are not notified if employee uses services. FMLA Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid. Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor. SupplementalFSA & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs. A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses. Pre-tax funds are deducted bi-weekly to cover the cost of the total amount you have elected. There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025. Renew Annually, it's not automatic. To find out more click link below: 01 Are you enrolled to attend a police academy? Yes No 02 Are you currently attending a police academy? Yes No 03 Have you successfully completed a MCOLES approved police academy within the last 12 months? Yes No 04 What was/or will be the graduation date of your police academy class? Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04