SUMMARY
This is general duty police work in the prevention and detection of crime and the enforcement of State and Federal Laws and Local Ordinances. Persons in this position shall be responsible for maintaining the quality of life for all Saline residents, members of the business community and visitors. This will be accomplished not only by the enforcement of laws but also through the Community Oriented Policing concept.
Educational Requirements
- Associates Degree (60 credits from an accredited college or university)
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Experience Requirements
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Successful completion of mandatory basic law enforcement training program with eligibility for employment and licensing as a law enforcement officer.
Additional Requirements - Department Provided
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First Responder CPR and First Aid
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PPCT
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Legal Updates
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Bias Based Policing
- Defensive Driving
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Taser
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Firearms
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De-Escalation
- Interview and Interrogation Techniques
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Evidence processing
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Traffic crash investigation
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Child car seat safety
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Child / Elder Abuse Investigation
- Autism, Intellectual Development Disorders and Dementia Training
- OUIL / OUID investigation
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Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
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Radar / LIDAR
- Community Policing
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
DRIVING
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Valid Driver’s License
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Precision driving certification
KNOWLEDGE
KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL
IMPORTANT
Knowledge of the geography of the City and adjacent areas
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Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies
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Knowledge of the operation of all necessary police vehicles and equipment
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Knowledge of the collection, identification, processing and chain of custody of evidence
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Knowledge of criminal investigation, interrogations, gathering and preserving of evidence and rules of evidence
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Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the department and controlling laws and ordinances
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Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
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Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer services
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Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, and government regulations
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Knowledge of human behavior and performance
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Knowledge of how to perform independently complex and sensitive investigative assignments, to apply sound investigative principles to difficult cases, and to report clearly, orally and in writing the results of investigative efforts
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REQUIRED ABILITIES [Innate Proficiencies]
ABILITY
ESSENTIAL
IMPORTANT
Communicate with all persons without judgement
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To be unbiased and treat everyone with respect
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REQUIRED SKILLS [Learned Proficiencies]
SKILL
ESSENTIAL
IMPORTANT
Actively listen to fully understand circumstances
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Collaborate with others to maximize innovation and effectiveness
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Consider multiple costs and benefits when problem solving to arrive at most effective decision
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Focus on details to reduce errors and increase efficiency
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Manage time effectively to ensure all work is completed timely and effectively
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Organize work to maximize productivity
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Plan work projects to ensure efficiency
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Resolve conflicts to facilitate goal achievement
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Use empathy to understand the point of view of others
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
REPORTS TO
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Police Chief
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Deputy Police Chief
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
[The fundamental job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would fundamentally change the job]
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Prioritizes and manages investigations by utilizing CLEMIS
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Interviews witnesses, suspects, victims, informants, and others in order to obtain relevant information to investigate criminal activity.
- Searches for evidence in a systematic manner in order to obtain legally admissible evidence to prosecute and convict the violator of criminal laws
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Maintains liaison with other law enforcement agencies that are assisting in investigations and/or providing staff to cooperative team
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Testifies in legal proceedings regarding evidence of violation(s) of criminal law(s)and other matters
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Provides technical support to other investigative areas in the application of electronic and photographic equipment to criminal investigations
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Proactive in community relations
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Property and Evidence Room Custodian as assigned
- Provide crime prevention services to community members
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Obtains search warrants (writes affidavit for search warrant, swear to, execution) to further an investigation
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Provide written monthly reports to the Chief of Police as needed
- Affect an arrest, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints
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Examines crime scenes to gather physical evidence and other information relevant to the identification and prosecution of violators of criminal laws
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Arrests persons believed to have violated criminal laws
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Climb over obstacles; climb through openings; jump down from elevated surfaces; jump over obstacles, ditches and streams; and crawl in confined area to pursue, search, investigate, and/or rescue
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Transport evidence to and from crime laboratory
- Complete background checks for day cares, library, schools, etc.
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In-custody warrant paperwork (LEAP)
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Represent Department at community events and parades.
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Conduct station tours for community groups
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS
[These are job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would NOT fundamentally change the job]
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All other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
CONSTANT = HOURLY; FREQUENT = DAILY ; OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY; RARELY = MONTHLY
CONSTANTLY
FREQUENTLY
OCCASIONALLY
RARELY
Ascending/Descending Stairs
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Traversing Rough or Uneven Terrain
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Ascending/Descending Ladders
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Grasping/Finger Manipulation
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
CONSTANTLY
FREQUENTLY
OCCASIONALLY
RARELY
Work in hot, cold, wet surroundings
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Potential exposure – communicable disease
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Exposed to continual, multiple distractions
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Physical confrontations
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Work with or near chemicals
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Confined workspaces (shafts, crawl spaces, etc.)
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High, precarious places
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Exposed to electrical hazards
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Exposed to mechanical hazards
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Exposed to chemicals/fumes
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Ability to position oneself to work under or on top of objects
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EQUIPMENT
CONSTANTLY
FREQUENTLY
OCCASIONALLY
RARELY
SOFTWARE
CONSTANTLY
FREQUENTLY
OCCASIONALLY
RARELY
Word processing software
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Applicants must be Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) certified or certifiable, and able to pass a comprehensive background investigation. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
The City of Saline, approximately 4.3 square miles with 9,200 residents, has a thriving downtown and business community, and outstanding public schools and municipal parks. The City is seeking applicants for the full-time position of police officer. The successful applicant will join a supportive, professional team dedicated to community-oriented policing and traffic safety.
Starting pay is $30.93/hour ($64,334.40/year) with annual pay steps up to $38.83/hour ($81,077.04/yr) after 4 years. Comprehensive benefits package included. Applicants are required to submit cover letter, resume and completed application. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. The City of Saline is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
