POLICE RECRUIT

Salary : $23.00 Hourly

Location : City of Muskegon, MI

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2025-02184

Department : City of Muskegon

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 26 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

Description of Work

Under direct supervision, attends an approved Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) basic police academy to be trained in the technical knowledge, skills and physical capabilities to perform police service; performs related duties as required.

Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications

1. Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent necessary.

2. No specific work experience necessary.

3. Must be 20 years old at time of appointment to Police Officer.

4. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

5. A valid Michigan Driver's license and safe driving record required.

6. May not be Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) certified or certifiable.

7. Must have taken and passed the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) Physical Fitness Test by the closing date of this posting.

Physical Conditions / Work Location

While performing the duties of a recruit, the employee may be exposed to actual and assimilations for educational purposes of the following; adverse weather conditions, extreme heat, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, explosives, bodily fluids and other dangers associated with crime of accident scenes, and other extremely dangerous situations. The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to very loud. An employee in this position may be exposed to extreme emotional trauma as well, including dealing with injured, abused, traumatized, or deceased people.

Physical health, strength, and agility necessary to meet the physical demands of police work, as determined by a physical agility test and medical exam based on current MCOLES guidelines.

Must meet current MCOLES vision guidelines, including those for color, binocular, and peripheral vision.

Psychological suitability for police work determined by a psychological exam as required by MCOLES.

Additional Information

Evaluation Content

Written Test - Pass / Fail

Oral Examination - 100%

The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test given by a City appointed physician before the first day of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the medical examination and drug screening test. Applicants for City employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the City regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the Muskegon County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the City system. For each opening, the Department Head has her / his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for up to one year unless exhausted or extended.

The job description can be found online at governmentjobs.com

THE CITY OF MUSKEGON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

THE CITY OF MUSKEGON HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT

RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE

Full time employees will become eligible for medical, dental and vision benefits 30 days after hire

Health Insurance

Pre-tax premiums for Priority Health HMO / HRA.

Rates effective 06 / 01 / 2024 - 05 / 31 / 2025

Single : $36.90 bi-weekly

Double : $72.44 bi-weekly

Family : $85.75 bi-weekly

Wellness Requirements

The City of Muskegon pays your deductible and co-insurance if you complete the wellness requirements.

• Have a physical by your primary care physician every 2 years.
• Complete 1 physical activity.
• Complete 1 wellness class

Health Insurance Opt-Out bonus

Single $115.00 bi-weekly

Double $200.00 bi-weekly

Family $300.00 bi-weekly

Dental Insurance

The City pays for a dental plan to all eligible employees & dependents through Delta Dental.

Vision Insurance

The City pays for a vision plan to all eligible employees & dependents through Priority Health EyeMed.

Life Insurance

At least 1 year's salary, no cost to employee

Long-Term Disability

Employee must be disabled for a minimum of three months to qualify.

Defined Contribution Plan

Mandatory pre-tax retirement plan with employer match minimum 8% match

Deferred Compensation Plan (optional 457 plan)

Optional pre-tax retirement plan

Health Care Savings Plan

Minimum 1% match

Longevity Pay Bonus

Semi-annual bonus after reaching 5 full years of full time employment

Residency Bonus

Minimum of 4% if resident lives in the City of Muskegon city limits (does not count if employee only owns property in city limits)

Tuition Reimbursement

The City reimburses up to $2,500 annually for undergraduate level courses, and $3,000 annually for graduate-level courses. See Tuition Reimbursement Program Requirements.

Fitness Club & Weight Watchers Reimbursement

The City reimburses up to $25 monthly for fitness club & Weight Watchers memberships for employees who attend at least 8 times per month for fitness, and at least 3 times per month for Weight Watchers. See Program Requirements.

Home Ownership Program

The City matches $2000 down payment of a home, an additional $2500 match for purchasing a home in certain blighted neighborhoods, and an additional $3000 match for homes in certain blighted neighborhoods that require more than $25,000 in repairs or new construction.

Legal Holiday's observed with pay

The holiday's vary depending on negotiated union contract

Vacation

Vacation accrual begins 1st day of hire. Eligibility for use begins after 6 months of service.

Sick Leave

Accrual begins on the 1st day of hire; eligibility for use begins after six months of service has been met

Sick Leave Accrual Cash Out

Employees who accumulate sick leave are eligible to "cashout" a portion of their accumulated sick leave for a percentage of cash payment or full payment into any of the retirement savings programs funded through the City of Muskegon.

Bereavement

Eligible upon hire; length of time varies depending on relationship of person who passed, and provided the employee attends the funeral.

Jury Duty

Eligible 1st day of hire

Employee Service Awards

Employees with a minimum of 5 years of service are eligible.

EAP Services

Employee Assistance Plan Services are available to employees and their families for counseling services

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

City employees may be eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)). Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Education.

Payroll Direct Deposit

Mandatory, begins on second paycheck

Are you currently certified or certifiable by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES)?

Required Question

Salary : $2,500 - $25,000