City of Burton Police Department: Police Officer Closing Date: December 5, 2024

The City of Burton Police Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of full time Police Officer. The Burton Police Department is a progressive agency serving 30,000 citizens residing in the area of 23.5 square miles. The Department employs 37 sworn officers and the command staff consists of a Chief and two Lieutenants. There are five Sergeants assigned as patrol supervisors. The Investigation Division consists of one Sergeant and four permanently assigned Detectives and a School Resource Officer.

Officers are assigned to Flint Area Narcotics Group (F.A.N.G.), Genesee Auto-theft Network (G.A.I.N.). The City of Burton also has a K9 unit with 2 K9s, Community Service Officer, Field training Officers, School Resource Officer, Drone Team, and Accident Reconstruction Team.

The City of Burton Police Department schedule is 12-hour shifts.  Tattoos and beards are allowed.  Officers wear exterior vests.

Signing bonus $15,000

Retention bonus $5,000 per year for 10 years

Starting wages based on experience. Top out pay at five years. 
Base pay as of July 1st, 2022, Certified- $51,812.80 or $24.91 hr
Five years as of July 1st, 2024- $70,428.80 or $33.86 plus Shift premium
Lateral pay up to top out pay depending on years of service
Night shift 5%
Health care = Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Pension- MERS (Municipal Employees Retirement System)

If you are interested in joining a close group of Professional Police Officers, please submit a resume and cover letter to Chief Brian Ross:
Email: b.ross@burtonmi.gov
810-742-2542 ext. 2201