Police Officer

Police Officer

Multiple Budgeted Positions Available

Annual Compensation Range: $68988 entry to $89679 with 4 years of service

Applicants with 3 years of experience as an MCOLES certified police officer and an active MCOLES certification are eligible for starting lateral pay of $75881

Additional Compensation Opportunities:

• Up to $3500 for Special Skill positions
• Pay for Performance bonus
• Range qualification bonus
• Holiday and shift premiums
• Education Premium

Benefit Highlights:

• Defined Contribution retirement plan with 4% employee contribution & 10% employer match
• Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP)
• BCBS PPO or HAP Medical (10% premium share) dental vision prescriptions life insurance and ADD insurance provided. High deductible health plan/HSA option
• Annual uniform/equipment allowance
• Paid parental leave program
• Full academic degree and tuition reimbursement program (bachelor & master degree)
• Generous PTO (vacation sick holidays other) no waiting period before use

Career Path Opportunities:

• Advancement to Corporal and Senior Corporal based upon years of service
• Special Skill positions including: special investigations EOD K-9 ID technician range officer special response unit mountain bike crisis Intervention field training officer detective
• Future opportunities may be available in the command officer bargaining unit

Police Department Video

Under the direct supervision of a Airport Police Sergeant performs Peace Officer related duties that include enforcement of State and Local laws Transportation Security Administration (TSA) mandated Airport Security Plan and Airport Authority Ordinances

The Police Department is a twenty-four-hour seven-day operation. Work is generally performed during an eight-hour shift. An employee may find themselves located in a specific job assignment or on patrol in an Airport vehicle for the duration of the shift. Interaction with the general public as well as Airport personnel can be expected on a regular basis. This position is part of a 24/7/365 day operation which will include: weekends holidays and overtime

What you will do

• Patrols Airport property in vehicles and on foot in order to ensure its general safety and prevent criminal activity
• Responds to calls for assistance such as passenger screening checkpoint alarms burglary alarms assaults vehicle accidents and criminal activity
• Responds to emergency calls occurring on Airport Property such as airplane crashes serious medical conditions i.e. heart attacks bomb threats potential hijacking etc. Secures the scene of an emergency or crime; renders first aid and cardio pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and assists medical personnel as necessary
• Conducts field interrogations and interviews witnesses; apprehends and/or arrests persons who violate State and Local laws and regulations; preserves the scene of the crime and evidence; transports and books offenders into a detention facility; participates in investigations; appears in Court to give testimony in arrest or other cases
• Manages traffic and enforces traffic laws including issuance of Notices to Appear accident and hit-and-run investigations and impaired driving arrests; directs traffic
• Provides law enforcement support for pre-flight screening activities in Airport terminals per Airport Ordinances and TSA regulations in order to prevent unauthorized entry of persons or materials into terminal sterile areas boarding ramps aircraft or the airfield
• Performs tasks assigned to specialized units which may include Canine Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Special Response Unit (SRU) Bicycle ID Technician ASIU Investigation to ensure effective performance of duty
• Other duties as assigned

• Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field AND must have completed all requirements of MCOLES to become a sworn Michigan Law Enforcement Officer including successful completion of a police academy; Or
• High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency AND must be a sworn or certifiable Michigan Law Enforcement Officer and meet all employment standards as defined by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES)
• MCOLES Police Certification.Applicants currently attending an MCOLES Police Academy may be considered for employment upon completion & certification. Academy candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Valid Drivers License and a safe acceptable driving record.

None - Individual Contributor

• Have no felony convictions. Other convictions arrests and admissions will be reviewed
• Must qualify for and Airport Security Badge
• Must pass and maintain the qualifications of the Airfield Competency Test. (within probationary period)
• Please submit proof of MCOLES eligibility/certification academy completion at time of application
• Applicants are encouraged to submit any instructor certifications at the time of application

Selection Process

Applicants are required to submit an online application at applicants may be subject to following pre-employment screening steps: oral interview background check MCOLES physical psychological fitness and drug screening.

Applicants should expect the entire process to take 3-4 not qualifying/selected will be informed in writing and may reapply after one year. Qualified applicants will be entered into the selection process as positions become available. Applicants selected for employment will be notified in writing of an employment start date.

The Wayne County Airport Authority is committed to provide an equal opportunity for employment free from discrimination prejudice and bias. As part of this commitment the Wayne County Airport Authority will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority