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City of Gilroy

Pre-Service Police Officer

City of Gilroy, Southfield, Michigan, United States, 48076

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Job Requirements At the time of application, applicants must be currently accepted to or attending a Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) approved police academy or must be State of Michigan pre‑service certifiable as a law enforcement officer under Act 203.

Must be State of Michigan pre‑service certifiable as a law enforcement officer under Act 203 or currently attending a MCOLES approved Basic Training School (Police Academy) at the time of application.

Must be a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or equivalent.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position as required by the Southfield Police Department, including operation of motor vehicles and other equipment.

Must have no felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions and be of a good moral character.

Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license. Out-of‑state licenses are accepted provided the applicant can obtain a Michigan license.

Good driving record as determined by the City of Southfield’s standards.

Must be able to meet the MCOLES Employment Standards.

Selection Process The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant’s qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive level 4 background investigation, and must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical exam prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.

EEO Statement The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at (248) 796‑4700 or hrsupport@cityofsouthfield.com if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG‑FREE WORKPLACE

Benefits Overview We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more!

Mandatory Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out

Supplemental Benefits

Term Life, Aflac, Met Law

Retirement Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care

Pension and Retirement

Blended Pension Plan Employees – Defined Benefit SERS: 1.5% multiplier for all years of service, 10 years vesting, 5% employee contribution.

Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare: 3% City contribution, 3% Employee contribution (minimum), 5‑year vesting.

Retirement Health Savings: Effective July 1 2020 Tier III and IV employees contribute 2% of pensionable wages; City contributes $100 per month.

RHS Vesting – 5 years: 50% vested; 6 years: 75%; 7 years: 100% vested.

Life Insurance

MetLife: AFSCME 329 – 0‑30 months: $30,000 life & ADD; 30 months+: $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment.

ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636 – $50,000 term life & $50,000 ADD.

Voluntary Term Life and ADD available for purchase.

Medical Coverage

Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025) – Community Blue PPO 10, 12 or 15; HAP HMO; COBRA coverage through TASC up to 18 months.

Dental – Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Vision – Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Health insurance effective 1st day of the month after hire; 30 days to select benefits, otherwise waiting until open enrollment.

Other Benefits

Residency Bonus – Annual 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency; not for elected officials and contractual employees.

Additional voluntary benefits such as AFLAC insurance and other department programs may be offered.

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