The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) has statutory responsibilities assigned under two Michigan laws. Public Act 203 of 1965, requires that the Commission prepare and publish mandatory minimum recruitment, selection and training standards for entry-level law enforcement officers in the state of Michigan. Act 203 also requires the Commission to define categories and clas
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January 26, 2023
This is a sworn law enforcement position that involves protecting life and property through enforcement of laws and ordinances. Candidates need to either be currently enrolled in a police academy within the State of Michigan, already completed one or a lateral police officer.
Entry Level Police Officer, $60,000 annually ($28.84 hourly)
w/Bachelor's, $61,350 annually ($29.49 hourly)
Lateral Police Officer (2 years' experience), $67,000 annually ($32.21)
w/Bachelor's, $68,507.50 annually ($32.93 hourly)
Lateral Police Officer (3+ years' experience), $70,500 annually ($33.89 hourly)
w/Bachelor's, $72,086.25 annually ($34.65 hourly)
Earning Potential under the current contract:
After 10 years of service with the AAPD, the salary of a Police Officer is $95,000 annually or $97,137.50 with a Bachelor's Degree (base pay).
After 10 years of service, the salary for a Detective is $104,500 or $106,851.25 with a Bachelor's Degree (base pay).
Pension after 25 years of years of service or age 50 with a 2.75 multiplier.
Additional highlights: 12 weeks paid family leave, 16 paid holidays, up to $5,000 tuition reimbursement per year, $2,000 uniform allowance per year.
