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December 14, 2022
St. Joseph Charter Township Police Department is accepting resumes for a full-time police officer position. Officer patrols the Township in order to enforce state and federal laws. Duties to include but not limited to: investigate criminal activities, police accident scenes, respond to domestic and other disputes, and respond to a variety of services within the Township.
Minimum Requirements:
- Be a US Citizen
- No arrest record
- Good moral character
- Possess a valid operator-s license.
- Must be MCOLES licensed or licensable at the time the application is filed, must provide copy of licensure or letter from MCOLES with application.
- Computer skills desirable.
Applicants must be:
- MCOLES licensed and/or licensable
Full Time Officers Wage:
Wages range from $29.95 to start to $36.91 per hour after three years.
Full Time Benefits:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Holiday Pay (12 holidays)
- Comprehensive Pay
- Uniforms Furnished/Cleaned
- Footwear provided
- Longevity Pay
- Health Insurance: Optical, Dental, Disability Life Insurance MERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan (no employee contribution)
