The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) has statutory responsibilities assigned under two Michigan laws. Public Act 203 of 1965, requires that the Commission prepare and publish mandatory minimum recruitment, selection and training standards for entry-level law enforcement officers in the state of Michigan. Act 203 also requires the Commission to define categories and clas
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September 04, 2024
Opening Date: 09/04/2024
Closing Date: 10/06/2024
Contact: Betsy Loebig
Telephone: 269-329-4494
Email: loebige@portagemi.gov
POSITION SUMMARY:
Are you ready to put your passion to work and become a Police Officer with the Portage Department of Public Safety? The City of Portage would like to invest in the future of deserving candidates and the Portage Police Department by sponsoring cadets in the police academy and providing career opportunities. The individuals sought have taken the initiative to gain higher education, have proven communication skills, demonstrated integrity, and hold a passion for service and caring for the community. Upon graduation from the academy, new officers will enter a 15-week Field Training Officer program to complete the training process. Officers at the City of Portage work 7 AM - 7 PM or 7 PM to 7 AM, with a fixed rotation schedule offering a 3-day weekend every other week.
We are accepting applications now for the Winter 2025 Police Academy. The application window will close on October 6, 2024.
The starting salary for the Employed Police Recruit is $44,241.60 annually, paid on an hourly basis, with benefits. Within five years, the annual salary for an Officer will increase to $84,941.91. The cost of tuition, books, and required test fees will be provided upon signing the sponsorship cost agreement. Upon completing the police academy and receiving the MCOLES certification, the position will be converted to Police Officer. The starting salary for the Police Officer position is $54,732.67 annually, paid on an hourly basis.
VISIT THE FOLLOWING LINK FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO APPLY: https://www.portagemi.gov/200/Employment
