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East Lansing Police Department: Jail Service Officer Closing Date: December 31, 2024

 PAY RATE: $18.73 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE: Part Time - Shift rotation: 8- and 12-hour shifts, as assigned, 56 hours per two weeks. Includes evenings, weekends and holidays.

JOB SUMMARY: 

Responsible for the processing, safety, and security of persons who have been detained in the East Lansing jail since they have been arrested; are awaiting trial; or who have been tried and convicted of a crime and are awaiting transport to a correctional facility.  Must be able to maintain effective, courteous, and professional working relationships; respond to emergencies in the jail; and operate a variety of computer programs and equipment including the LEIN terminal.

REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; specialized training/experience in the field of corrections and/or law enforcement is highly desirable.

In addition, must respect the confidential nature of the job and be able to deal effectively and objectively with others. Must pass a thorough police background investigation.  Additionally, position is contingent upon passing a physical which includes a drug screen.

A Police Department General Job Application and Police Department Personal History Questionnaire is required.

APPLY:  Application materials can be downloaded at https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/Jobs.aspx.

The materials are in PDF form and may be filled out electronically, saved, and e-mailed as an attachment to Human Resources.  Or, the application may be printed out, completed and mailed.

Return completed applications to:
East Lansing City Hall, Human Resources Department
410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Email: HR@cityofeastlansing.com