Police Officer
The City of Battle Creek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The City expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Improper interference with the ability of the City employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Only apply if you are currently enrolled and/or attending a police academy or have graduated from an accredited police academy or have current or previous law enforcement work experience. Individuals seeking sponsorship to attend a Police Academy, please apply to the Police Recruit position. Scheduling interviews on an ongoing basis. All required documentation must be completed and turned in before an interview can be scheduled.
Essential Functions
Expected to perform the following or it is a critical part of the position: Running, driving motor vehicles at a high rate of speed, lifting (over 50 lbs.), pushing or pulling, climbing, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and/or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, talking, contact with the general public, working alone, overtime, inside and outside and at night.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be nineteen (19) years of age on date of appointment.
- Associates degree with coursework in criminal justice or related field, or equivalent education and/or experience.
- Licensed as a police officer with an "Active" or "Inactive" status as set by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES), OR licensed in another state with an equivalent status and subject to meeting MCOLES' licensing requirements. 1-3 or more years' experience as an MCOLES licensed law enforcement officer.
- Honorably discharged Veterans from the USA Armed Forces must supply a copy of your DD-214.
Special Requirements:
- Bilingual preferred.
- Legally able to work in the United States.
- Valid driver's license.
- Available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and on an overtime basis.
- Candidates with NO prior law enforcement experience or certification are eligible to apply for the Police Recruit position.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
At the City of Battle Creek, we understand that benefits are an important part of the total compensation package. As such, we strive to offer employees a generous benefit package that provides flexibility, choice, and value, allowing employees to not only meet their needs today but to plan for a secure future.
Full-time employee benefits – Benefits vary slightly by union contract, employment agreement, or policy. For benefits specific to this role, please reach out to
Medical: Choose from a PPO plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue or an HMO plan with Blue Care Network and pair your election with a Health Savings Account. Virtual Care: Included with your BCBSM and BCN health care plan. Dental: 100% employer-paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue. Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee's base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also provided for spouses and children. Sickness and Accident: 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria. Retirement Savings: 457 through Mission Square with employer match. MERS Pension * note that Police and Fire have a separate pension fund not through MERS.
Employer Assistance Plan (EAP): 100% Employer paid through Pine Rest. Paid Time Off: Generous PTO package – Paid Time Off will vary by position and is outlined within City Policy or union contract. Paid Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year. Voluntary Benefits:
- Supplemental Term and Whole life
- Critical Illness
- Hospitalization
- Accident
- Vision – NVA
- Lifecare Ambulance Service
- Flexible Spending Account
- Global Emergency Assistance Services
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer. In addition to the above, some positions may qualify for:
- Flexible Schedule/Remote Work
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Educational Stipends
- Longevity pay
- Tool and safety allowances
- Employer-paid uniforms
- Cell phone allowance
- Military pay differential
- Professional development opportunities
- Ability to earn compensatory time
- Retiree health savings plan