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September 04, 2024
Opening Date: 09/04/2024
Closing Date: 11/04/2024
Contact: Betsy Loebig
Telephone: 269-329-4494
Email: loebige@portagemi.gov
Website: https://www.portagemi.gov/344/Recruitment
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Portage Department of Public Safety is a progressive and community-oriented team of law enforcement professionals. We seek quality individuals who are looking for long-term employment in a rewarding field. The Portage Department of Public Safety (PDPS) Lateral Entry Program affords certified, experienced Police Officers the opportunity to join the Portage Department of Public Safety Police Division. Opportunities for officers who have excelled in their law enforcement careers and are up to the task of meeting the high standards of the PDPS are HERE!
Along with a lateral transfer bonus of $15,000.00, current police officers with full-time experience will be hired at an advance pay step based on prior years of experience, up to Step F. Step F of the current Portage Police Officers Association collective bargaining agreement is $40.62 per hour/$84,491.91 annually. Step A for entry-level officers is $27.50 per hour/$57,195.64 annually. *ALL police officers now receive a 5% ANNUAL RETENTION BONUS*. This bonus is unique to Portage Public Safety and is not available anywhere else in the area!
All candidates must be certifiable officers. Out-of-state officers or those separated from a police department for more than a year, are subject to re-licensure requirements as defined by MCOLES and the Recognition of Prior Training & Education program. Successful out-of-state candidates must also obtain a valid Michigan driver's license upon hire. Successful candidates must complete all required tests and evaluations.
VISIT THE FOLLOWING LINK FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO APPLY: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=d72a6531-df93-4b06-9f7f-1abb7b3f8522&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=483830
