POLICE OFFICER

THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL LAW ENFORCEMENT POSITION WITH THE CITY OF DEARBORN

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*SALARY:   * Starting salary:  $62,616    Maximum salary after 36 months:  $78,662

Corporal rank achieved after completion of 4 years: $81,679   

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• ASSOCIATE DEGREE in Law Enforcement (enrolled in final semester is acceptable) or two years of related college-level coursework (60 credit hours) or a Bachelor or higher degree in any discipline or the equivalent in combined education and related experience. Related experience may include certified PA330 Security Police, Corrections Officer/Deputy or prior certified Police Officer experience or graduation from or currently enrolled in a Michigan Police Academy or:
• Minimum two years of any military duty with Honorable Discharge.
• Minimum six years of Military Reserve or National Guard experience with an Honorable Discharge or currently active with good standing.
• Minimum six years of Police Reserve experience.
• Current passing score on the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) Physical Agility and Written Tests. Information on MCOLES can be found at or by calling (517) 322-1417. Apply directly with testing centers.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of this position (listed on reverse) with or without reasonable accommodation as determined by a post-job-offer physical examination.
• Must be willing to maintain residency within proximity to Dearborn Police Headquarters no greater than that which would allow an officer to respond in a timely manner for duty during an emergency.
• Must meet all employment standards for Michigan Law Enforcement Officers as established by MCOLES including:
• A valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Good moral character and no record of criminal convictions (including expungements).
• S. Citizenship.
• Minimum age, 18 years.

THE FOLLOWING MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

• Applications must be submitted online at cityofdearborn.org
• College transcripts
• Written notification from MCOLES of Physical Agility and Written Test scores - or -  MCOLES # if currently certified.
• DD214 (if applicable)

NOTE: Please do not include picture IDs, social security cards or birth certificates with application.

EXAMINATION PROCESS:

The results at each step in the application process will determine eligibility for continuation to subsequent steps.  The process will include application review, personal history questionnaire, oral-board interview, psychological evaluation,  background investigation, and chief's interview.  Non-certified applicants who are selected will be enrolled in a police academy.  All candidates are required to successfully complete a Field Training Program.

SPECIAL NOTES:

• Please do not send picture IDs with application.

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Apply online at www.cityofdearborn.org

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