Bloomfield Township
Police Officer
Position: Police Officer
Location: Bloomfield Township, MI
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management; Industry: Government Administration
Responsibilities A sworn Police Officer enforces laws and patrols authorized areas in a professional, responsive, and efficient manner. In partnership with the community, a Police Officer is responsible for maintaining order in Bloomfield Township, protecting life and property, performing investigations, preventing crime, preserving the peace, regulating traffic, rendering aid, providing information to citizens, and performing related work as required. Shift assignments include weekends, holidays, days, nights or special hours as required.
Qualifications
Minimum 18 years of age
U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (exceptionally well‑qualified applicants may apply in their senior year of college)
Weight and height proportionate as indicated by accepted medical standards
Eyesight corrected to 20/20
No felony convictions
Minimal traffic record
Passed MCOLES pre‑employment batteries and be certifiable by MCOLES
Pass a department physical exam
Become an Oakland County resident or live within a county that borders Oakland County within one year of official appointment or hiring date
Pass a psychological test by a licensed psychologist selected by Bloomfield Township
Pass a drug screen
Applicants must pass an EMPCO entry‑level police officer written examination prior to any oral interview (if offered).
Benefits Bloomfield Township offers a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, emphasizing health, financial security, and work‑life balance.
Health Insurance : Employees receive Cigna PPO coverage with low premiums—$50/single or $100/family per pay period—annual deductibles of $2,000/single and $4,000/family. Opt‑out incentives include $3,000 (single) or $6,000 (family). Additional health perks include dental, vision, telehealth, and wellness rewards up to $150. The Township also contributes to a Health Savings Account: $1,500 for singles and $3,000 for families.
Disability & Life Insurance : The Township provides $50,000 employee life insurance with a $50,000 accidental death/dismemberment rider, along with $5,000 coverage for your spouse and $2,500 for dependent children. The Short‑Term Disability benefit includes 70% of weekly pay and the Long‑Term Disability benefit is 66.67% of monthly pay, at no cost to you.
Retirement Plans : The Township contributes 14% to a defined contribution plan (401(a)) that is fully vested after 7 years. A retiree health savings plan with a $3,000 annual contribution for the first 5 years by the Township and a mandatory 3% employee contribution. This benefit increases to $4,500 a year for years 5 to 15, and then $6,000 per year over 15 years of service.
Additional Perks : Lasik surgery reimbursement of $500, voluntary savings plans such as 457 deferred compensation, 529 college plans and so much more.
This benefits package reflects Bloomfield Township’s commitment to employee well‑being, professional growth, and financial security.
Compensation Details
Day 1 no experience: $56,190.02
6 months: $68,747.08
1 year: $82,469.49
2 years: $88,786.85
3 years: $95,556.84
4 years: $100,334.69
Lateral pay with 3+ years of experience: $90,952.38
Lateral pay with 2 years of experience: $86,621.32
Military Experience/1 year experience: $82,496.49
How to Apply Complete the Questionnaire and Employment Application, below.
Contact Information Applications may be mailed to:
Bloomfield Township Police Department
ATTN: Captain Brown
4200 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Or emailed to: Captain Brown
Hand delivered to the station 24 hours a day.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bloomfield Township by 2x.
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Location: Bloomfield Township, MI
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management; Industry: Government Administration
Responsibilities A sworn Police Officer enforces laws and patrols authorized areas in a professional, responsive, and efficient manner. In partnership with the community, a Police Officer is responsible for maintaining order in Bloomfield Township, protecting life and property, performing investigations, preventing crime, preserving the peace, regulating traffic, rendering aid, providing information to citizens, and performing related work as required. Shift assignments include weekends, holidays, days, nights or special hours as required.
Qualifications
Minimum 18 years of age
U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (exceptionally well‑qualified applicants may apply in their senior year of college)
Weight and height proportionate as indicated by accepted medical standards
Eyesight corrected to 20/20
No felony convictions
Minimal traffic record
Passed MCOLES pre‑employment batteries and be certifiable by MCOLES
Pass a department physical exam
Become an Oakland County resident or live within a county that borders Oakland County within one year of official appointment or hiring date
Pass a psychological test by a licensed psychologist selected by Bloomfield Township
Pass a drug screen
Applicants must pass an EMPCO entry‑level police officer written examination prior to any oral interview (if offered).
Benefits Bloomfield Township offers a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, emphasizing health, financial security, and work‑life balance.
Health Insurance : Employees receive Cigna PPO coverage with low premiums—$50/single or $100/family per pay period—annual deductibles of $2,000/single and $4,000/family. Opt‑out incentives include $3,000 (single) or $6,000 (family). Additional health perks include dental, vision, telehealth, and wellness rewards up to $150. The Township also contributes to a Health Savings Account: $1,500 for singles and $3,000 for families.
Disability & Life Insurance : The Township provides $50,000 employee life insurance with a $50,000 accidental death/dismemberment rider, along with $5,000 coverage for your spouse and $2,500 for dependent children. The Short‑Term Disability benefit includes 70% of weekly pay and the Long‑Term Disability benefit is 66.67% of monthly pay, at no cost to you.
Retirement Plans : The Township contributes 14% to a defined contribution plan (401(a)) that is fully vested after 7 years. A retiree health savings plan with a $3,000 annual contribution for the first 5 years by the Township and a mandatory 3% employee contribution. This benefit increases to $4,500 a year for years 5 to 15, and then $6,000 per year over 15 years of service.
Additional Perks : Lasik surgery reimbursement of $500, voluntary savings plans such as 457 deferred compensation, 529 college plans and so much more.
This benefits package reflects Bloomfield Township’s commitment to employee well‑being, professional growth, and financial security.
Compensation Details
Day 1 no experience: $56,190.02
6 months: $68,747.08
1 year: $82,469.49
2 years: $88,786.85
3 years: $95,556.84
4 years: $100,334.69
Lateral pay with 3+ years of experience: $90,952.38
Lateral pay with 2 years of experience: $86,621.32
Military Experience/1 year experience: $82,496.49
How to Apply Complete the Questionnaire and Employment Application, below.
Contact Information Applications may be mailed to:
Bloomfield Township Police Department
ATTN: Captain Brown
4200 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Or emailed to: Captain Brown
Hand delivered to the station 24 hours a day.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bloomfield Township by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr