Police Recruit

City of Jackson•Jackson, MI

20h•$21

About The Position

The Police Recruit position is a temporary, at-will (contractual), non-union position. If hired, the Police Recruit will attend a certified Police Academy in Michigan on behalf of and at the expense of the City of Jackson Police Department. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy, the Police Recruit will be promoted to the rank of Police Officer as a vacancy exists. This position would be for enrolment at the 2026 Mid-Michigan Police Academy (LCC) that begins. August 10,2026.

Requirements

Be 21 years of age
Be a citizen of the United States
Possess an Associate degree or the equivalent number of college credits (60 credit hours)
Possess a valid driver’s license
Ability to operate an automobile safely and in accordance with traffic laws
Ability to understand and adhere to the laws and rules of the Department
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to prepare written reports
Ability to deal courteously and firmly with the general public
Ability to qualify on physical strength and agility test
Ability to meet the mental standards of the job
Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not needlessly endanger the safety to oneself, other persons, and equipment
Aptitude for, or skill in, the use of firearms
Have 20/20 in each eye correctable to 20/50 in each eye (contact lenses may be used to meet the 20/50 requirement) and have full visual functions and normal color vision and depth perception
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 procedures established by the City of Jackson Police Department
Ability to successfully pass drug screening, physical, and psychological evaluations
Possess a passing score on both the MCOLES Reading/Writing Test and the MCOLES Physical Agility Examination
Possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language as necessary for their position
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to get along with other employees and members of the public
Possess and maintain a record of orderly law-abiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity, and loyalty as it pertains to and reflects upon their employment with the City
Must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of their position without excessive absences