Patrol Officer

CITY OF DEARBORN HEIGHTS • Dearborn Heights, MI

1d • $65,564 - $88,511 • Onsite

About The Position

A Dearborn Heights Uniformed Police Officer is responsible for protecting life and property, preserving the peace, preventing crime, and enforcing federal, state, and local laws and ordinances within the Police Department’s jurisdiction. City employees are expected to serve citizens and customers tactfully and courteously and maintain good working relationships with staff, directors, elected officials, and the public.

The role includes patrol and law-enforcement duties as well as general uniform officer desk assignments. Officers may respond to calls, investigate and document complaints or violations, provide assistance to citizens, and complete records and administrative tasks. The work involves indoor and outdoor conditions and use of position-related equipment, including telephones, computers, and federal and state statute books.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 60 college credit hours from an accredited college or university. In lieu of this requirement, each year of service as a certified police officer with another law enforcement agency counts as 30 credit hours; two complete years of military service with an honorable discharge also satisfy the college credit requirement.
• A current and valid Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement certification for both written and physical tests when applying, if not already certified.
• Successful completion of a State of Michigan MCOLES-certified law enforcement academy.
• Must meet conditions set forth in the Police Officer’s contract.
• Pass the EMPCO written examination with a score of at least 70%.
• Pass an oral interview with a score of at least 70%.
• Pass a background check.
• Pass post-offer psychological and physical examinations, including drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to apply principles of rational systems to solve problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
• Ability to read and understand job-related procedures and methods and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform light work involving exertion of up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
• Hearing sufficient to perceive normal spoken-word levels and receive detailed oral information or distinguish sounds.
• Visual acuity sufficient to determine work accuracy and thoroughness and observe general surroundings and activities.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, work well with others, and participate in a team-oriented environment.
• Customer-oriented approach and ability to maintain excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property, preserve the peace, and maintain law and order.
• Arrest and prosecute offenders.
• Remove, arrange for the removal of, or safeguard nuisances and obstructions in public streets or highways.
• Provide police attendance and service at fire scenes and other public gatherings.
• Advise and assist citizens.
• When necessary, observe and inspect places or businesses that require a license to operate.
• Repress and restrain unlawful and disorderly conduct and practices.
• Render first aid and assist people who are ill or injured.
• Report unsanitary conditions, fire hazards, defective pavements, dangerous buildings, and other matters detrimental to public safety, health, or convenience to the appropriate authorities or agencies.
• Transport and humanely care for prisoners in custody.
• Receive, transmit, respond to, investigate, report, and record criminal complaints or violations of laws and ordinances as required.
• Complete and forward required reports and records.
• Answer the phone during desk assignments.
• Complete and forward preliminary crime or accident reports submitted by citizens at the police station.
• Process fingerprint cards, information and arrest cards, traffic violation lists, appearance violation lists, periodic check forms, vacation check forms, tip sheets, and other necessary clerical assignments.
• Inspect and validate defective equipment violations submitted by citizens after corrective measures have been taken.
• Process and enter police, fire, and emergency medical service calls into the department’s computer-aided dispatch system.
• Advise the station command officer of major events or circumstances, monitor their progress, and provide current status reports.
• Provide emergency medical information to callers as required by established protocols.

Benefits

• Annual base salary of $65,564, with a top annual base salary of $88,511 after three years, not including uniform allowance and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive medical coverage and benefits after 90 days of employment.
• Pension with a 2.8% multiplier after 25 years of service, with the opportunity to purchase years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) when eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree