Police Officer
Salary: $25.14/hr.
Closing Date: 08/01/2025
Position Summary:
As a Police Officer with the Frankfort Police Department, you will be responsible for protecting and serving the community through proactive policing, crime prevention, and emergency response. This role requires a commitment to uphold the law, engage with the community, and work collaboratively with other agencies to ensure public safety.
Essential Functions:
- Patrol assigned areas to deter and detect criminal activity.
- Respond to emergency calls and incidents, providing assistance as needed.
- Conduct investigations, gather evidence, and prepare detailed reports.
- Enforce traffic laws and regulations.
- Engage with community members to build trust and address public safety concerns.
- Participate in training and professional development activities.
- Testify in court as required.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be certified or certifiable as a police officer by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
- Must have no felony convictions and be of good moral character.
- Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license.
- Must successfully complete all stages of the hiring process, including background check, physical fitness test, and psychological evaluation.
Preferred Requirements:
- Prior law enforcement experience.
- Associate’s degree or higher in the field of criminal justice.