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August 12, 2024
The Blackman-Leoni Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications to fill immediate vacancies for the position of Public Safety Officer for the Charter Township of Blackman and the Township of Leoni in Jackson County (84 Square Miles).
A candidate must have the abilities to perform all the duties of a Public Safety Officer, which includes that of a Police Officer, Firefighter, and a minimum of Medical First Responder. All applicants must satisfactorily pass oral interviews, a physical exam with drug test, a psychological exam, and a thorough background investigation in order to be considered for employment. The starting salary for Public Safety Officer I’s is $59,853 with a top pay of $82,747, plus a competitive benefit package, including a defined benefit pension plan.
Several Special Assignments listed below.
Applicants must be licensed or licensable as a Police Officer in the State of Michigan or Fire Fighter I and II licensed. Successful applicants must be willing to cross-train in the discipline(s) they don’t currently have certification in.
To apply, please visit https://www.blackmantwp.com/public-safety/careers/, fill out and submit an Application Packet. Or email recruiter@blackmantwp.com for more information.
You can also apply by sending a cover sheet and resume to the below address.
Blackman-Leoni Township
Department of Public Safety
Attention: Deputy Director McIntosh
1996 West Parnall Road
Jackson, Michigan 49201
