Public Safety Officer

Gun Lake Tribe•Wayland Township, MI

43d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Gun Lake Tribe Public Safety Department is a full service police agency that is expanding to provide full service fire as well, that serves the Gun Lake Tribal Community near Bradley, Michigan as well as the Gun Lake Casino, and other Tribally-owned lands. Officers are required to maintain MCOLES certification, State of Michigan firefighter requirements, Special Law Enforcement Commission from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and be cross deputized with the Allegan County Sherriff’s Department.

Requirements

Must be MCOLES licensed/licensable
Able to pass comprehensive background investigation
Able to pass physical/mental health screenings
Proven track record of successful employment
Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and be insurable
Meet hiring requirements as set forth by Gun Lake Tribe and Gun Lake Tribe Public Safety
Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as assigned
Ability and willingness to be on-call as needed
Ability and willingness to travel as necessary, including out of state
Subject to physical fitness and psychological evaluation in accordance with law enforcement standards
Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be insurable
All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process.
The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation and drug/alcohol test.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain a Firefighter I & II within 18 months of employment
Tribal law enforcement experience
Prior law enforcement experience that provides appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities
Possess or be able to obtain Special Law Enforcement Commission from Bureau of Indian Affairs
Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills
Possess knowledge and understanding of Gun Lake Tribal customs

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned area to control traffic, provide crime prevention and investigate incidents of criminal violations
Respond to calls for service
Provide crowd control at public gatherings within departmental guidelines
Render first aid at the scene of accidents, medical assistance calls, domestic violence calls and report findings
Direct and control traffic around fires, accidents and other disruptions as needed
Warn or arrest persons violating the law and issue tickets to violators
Write and file daily activity reports
Assist area police departments with law enforcement functions
Act as a Tribal police liaison to the community to enhance public relations
Appear and testify before the courts in cases being adjudicated
Assume responsibility for proper maintenance of equipment and vehicles assigned for patrol
Adhere to safety practices for all weapons and vehicles assigned to the officer
Become familiar and comply with all the rules, regulations and codes to ensure efficient operations
Maintain knowledge of drugs/narcotics, such as abuse, identification and availability on the streets as it relates to routine patrol duties and detention procedures
Maintain confidentiality as required by law and departmental standards

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and telehealth coverage for employee and all dependents, with no employee premium!
Paid Time Off and 15 paid Holidays
Short-and-long term disability coverage
Life insurance for the employee, spouse and their dependents
Pension plan for Public Safety employees
401K/Roth retirement plan with employer matching contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program
Voluntary Benefits: AFLAC and Flexible Spending Account, additional life insurance
On-site gym, free memberships for entire household
One hour paid lunch break