Melvindale Police Department: Police Officer Closing Date: November 30, 2024

APPLICANTS MUST AT TIME OF APPLICATION AND TIME OF HIRE:

• Be 21 years of age or older.
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Possess a valid Michigan Operators license and meet minimum driving requirements.
• Have successfully completed the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards Training requirements or currently enrolled in a Michigan recognized MCOLES licensed standard Police Academy.
• Possess the valid Commission on Law Enforcement Standards Certification, in reading, writing, and the Physical Skills Test Battery.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Starting base salary is 60,000 with 2,500 increments every six months until top out of 80,000.
• January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026 top out changes to 83,500.
• January 1, 2027 - December 31,2027 top out changes to 87,000.
• Up to five-year lateral experience pay.
• 401 retirement (5% employee 10% city) with option of 457B match up to 5%. Medical / Dental benefits, Blue Cross / Blue Care.
• 12 hour shifts once minimum staffing is met.

You can obtain an application by coming to the police station or on our website at: https://melvindale.org/