Police Academy Trainee

City of Flint • Police Department-City of Flint, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Academy Trainee undergoes a structured, progressive basic police training program to meet the State's and Department's minimum standards for becoming a sworn Police Officer. The trainee must complete a 16–18 week course at the Police Training Academy and maintain an average of at least 70%. After academy completion, the trainee must pass a written examination administered by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). Successful candidates may then be assigned to an on-the-job field-training program accompanying a sworn Police Officer. Failure to complete the training or maintain the required standards is treated as voluntary termination. Pay is $15.74 per hour while in the Academy and $20.92 per hour after Academy completion.

The position works under the supervision of an employee of higher grade. Employment is contingent on successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings and verification of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees hired by the City must maintain residency within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.

Requirements

• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver's license; a valid State of Michigan driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
• Pass the MCOLES Reading/Writing Test.
• Pass the MCOLES Physical Agility Examination. The passing result must be dated within six months (180 days) before the beginning of the Academy.
• Be able to operate an automobile safely and in accordance with traffic laws, and have a safe and responsible driving record. Applicants with multiple accidents, excessive violations, a current suspension or disqualification, or a major violation (DUI, reckless driving, vehicular homicide, or endangerment) within the past seven years will not be considered.
• Be able to understand and adhere to laws and Department rules and follow oral and written instructions.
• Be able to prepare written reports and deal courteously and firmly with the general public.
• Qualify on a physical strength and agility test and meet the mental standards of the job.
• Work in a manner that does not needlessly endanger personal, public, or equipment safety.
• Have aptitude for or skill in using firearms.
• Meet vision requirements: 20/50 in each eye, correctable to 20/20 in each eye; contact lenses may be used to meet the 20/50 requirement. Full visual functions, normal color vision, and depth perception are required.
• Have normal hearing in each ear.
• Have no prior felony convictions or high court misdemeanors.
• Possess good moral character as determined by a background investigation under City of Flint Police Department procedures.
• Successfully pass drug screening, physical evaluation, and psychological evaluation.
• After completing the Academy, successfully pass the State-administered licensing examination as a condition of continued employment. One retest is allowed after an initial failure; the retest must be applied for and passed within 30 days of receiving the initial results. Failure to pass the Academy or licensing exam results in termination.
• Complete and return the background questionnaire sent by email; the application will not move forward until it is received.
• Meet the minimum entrance requirements and provide supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Attend a police academy training course in law enforcement techniques.
• Complete an on-the-job field-training program.
• Assist personnel in various operating sections of the Flint Police Department, in a training situation, to gain exposure to their methods and procedures.
• Accompany designated Police Training Officers in routine law enforcement duties to gain experience in various police operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED