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Why MSP - Our Mission & Culture

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

ERGs serve as communities within MSP where department members with common interests or backgrounds bring their collective voices together to drive change, create new opportunities and help inspire each other.

Continuing Education

MSP is committed to supporting the career goals and development of our department members, offering several continuing education opportunities to MSP members and their families. 

Our Stories

These are our stories, from inside the department to the streets of the communities we serve and call home.

Applicant Preparation Sessions

MSP hosts applicant preparation sessions to provide regular water safety, physical training, and legal instruction at no cost to applicants.

Values in Action

  • A handshake.
    Listening ear.
    Apple with health cross.
    Two figures with speech bubble.
    Stopwatch.
    Hand with plant sprout.
    Rocket ship.
The Michigan State Police is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, known as CALEA. The MSP was awarded Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation in March 2025.  Accreditation demonstrates the MSP’s commitment to professional excellence in providing law enforcement services to those who live, visit, or work in Michigan. 
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Employee benefits include:

  • Defined benefit/defined contribution and health savings plans.
  • Paid holiday, vacation and sick leave.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurances.
  • Uniforms and equipment are provided for enforcement members.
  • Tuition reimbursement, career guidance, specialized training, and access to wellness and resiliency resources.