Sworn Police Officer

Flint, MI
Mott Community College

Salary: $22.98 or $24.77/hour.

Position Summary:

This position is part of a team of employees that work together to help fulfill the mission and goals of the Department of Public Safety (DPS). This team, and the certified/sworn police officer, is responsible for maintaining the peace and security of the campus. The licensed/sworn police officer acts as a liaison with federal, state and local police and fire officials.

Essential Functions:
1. Ensure the safety and security of the campus visitors and facilities by patrolling the campus in order to observe the conduct and activities that take place on the premises.
2. Provide information and general assistance to the students, faculty, staff, and other visitors of the College by being visible, approachable and available. In this regard, the licensed/sworn police officer serves in a public relations capacity.
3. Conduct preliminary investigations and, following appropriate procedures, document and report the outcome of the investigations.
Requirements:

  1. Associate’s Degree or employee must complete Associate’s degree within sixteen (16) consecutive semesters or sessions following his/her effective date of hire (continued employment will be contingent upon successful completion of Associate’s degree).
  2. Graduate of a Police Academy. Must possess current Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) license or be licensable.
  3. Must maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and have a good driving record for the past five years. A good driving record must be maintained while employed as a Licensed/Sworn Police Officer.
  4. Must maintain State of Michigan mandated firearms qualification
  5. Knowledge of physical security procedures
  6. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with staff, students and the public with tact and courtesy. Effective oral and written communication skills.
  7. Must possess excellent customer service skills.
  8. Basic computer knowledge and experience using standard word processing software, such as Microsoft Word and basic use of e-mail systems.
  9. Prior to date of hire, selected candidates will undergo and must successfully pass a drug test, psychological exam, and a thorough background investigation.

Preferred Requirements:

  1. Associates or Bachelor’s degree.
  2. Previous Public Safety experience working at an educational institution.
  3. Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and basic First Aid.
  4. Firefighter, paramedic and emergency medical technician certification.