Police Officer

City of Detroit, MI • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

The Detroit Police Department offers an extraordinary range of career options, from street patrol and investigations to advanced tactical units, crime analysis, community relations and more. The Detroit Police Department has it all for anyone who is seeking the full spectrum of being a law enforcement officer in a major city. For more information on becoming a Detroit Police Officer, please visit the link below and watch the DPD hiring/training experience video.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• U.S. Citizen.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property.
• Enforce criminal and traffic laws.
• Prevent crime and preserve the public peace.
• Apprehend criminals.
• Detect, prevent, and suppress crime (e.g., proactive policing).
• Perform clerical duties as assigned by proper authority.
• Ensure that all required forms, logs, etc., created by the officer are properly completed.
• Assume any other duties and responsibilities delegated by a superior officer.

Benefits

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan).
• Sick Leave.
• Vacation.
• Holidays.
• Funeral leave.
• Family and Medical Leave.
• Jury duty leave.
• Military duty leave.
• Unpaid personal leave.
• Retirement benefits through the City Employees Retirement System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees