What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Patrol Officer position at City of Traverse City?
The City of Traverse City is seeking experienced qualified individuals interested in Police Patrol positions. Years of experience and background will be considered for lateral pay transfers.
Candidates considered qualified must have the following:
✓ Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in Criminal Justice or other human services and two years related Law Enforcement experience.
✓ Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) certified or certifiable
✓ Successfully complete an in-depth physical examination
✓ Successfully complete an in-depth psychological examination
✓ Successfully complete an extensive physical fitness testing Final selection will be based on education, experience, physical testing, and oral interviews.
Residency requirement: 30-mile radius from nearest City limit within one (1) year of hire date. This is a union position under the Police Officers Association of Michigan, Patrol Unit. Scheduled step increases at 6 months, 12 months, 24 months, 36 months, and 48 months.
- Effective July 1, 2024: $28.18 - $30.19 an hour depending on step.
- Effective July 1, 2025: $29.59 - $35.14 an hour depending on step.
- Effective July 1, 2026: $30.77 - $36.55 an hour depending on step.
Competitive benefits package. A detailed job description and minimum qualifications can be viewed at https://www.traversecitymi.gov/userfiles/filemanager/tf7mqzxxzhehw6ctz64t/
The benefits of choosing us:
- Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts, alternating 2-5 days per week, 84 hours in 14 days.
- Specialty Assignments: 14 different specialty positions available.
- Health Insurance: City covers 80% of premiums; opt-out option pays $3,600/year.
- Retirement: Governed by Public Act 345; pension with a 2% multiplier.
- Deferred Compensation: City matches up to 2% of gross pay.
- Uniforms & Equipment: Provided and maintained by the City, plus $450 equipment stipend.
- Compensatory Time: Option to bank up to 60 hours, cashed out annually in June.
- Shift Differential: Extra $0.55/hr for certain shifts between 2 PM - 6 AM.
- Vacation: Starts at 40 hours after 1 year, increases with tenure.
- Holiday Pay: Paid leave for 10 holidays, plus a floating birthday holiday.
- Short-Term Leave: 56 paid hours per year, pro-rated for new hires.
- Personal Leave: 24 hours per fiscal year.
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Dental, & Vision
- Longevity Pay: Additional pay based on years of service.
- Clothing Allowance: $800/year for plainclothes assignments.
- Physical Maintenance Program: Voluntary, up to $0.48/hr for high scores.
- Detective/SRO Pay: Extra $0.40-$1.20/hr based on tenure.
Please submit resume, cover letter, a completed application, proof of certifications if applicable and a list of three professional references to the City of Traverse City, Human Resources Office, 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49684 or via email to jobs@traversecitymi.gov Applications can be found online under “application for employment” at https://www.traversecitymi.gov/jobs/jobs.html
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.18 - $36.55 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $800 - $3,600
