Pre-Service Police Officer

Description Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield Must be State of Michigan pre-service certifiable as a law enforcement officer under Act 203, Public Acts of 1965 as amended or currently attending a Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (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. Supplemental Information 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. City of Southfield Driving Standards link: City of Southfield Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified by email to attend the oral board interview. Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for one year from placement on the eligibility list. This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements, and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE Benefits 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! City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary Mandatory Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out Supplemental Benefits: Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus Blended Pension Plan Employees 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement 10 Years Vesting 5% Employee Contribution Defined Benefit SERS 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement 10 Years Vesting 5% Employee Contribution Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare 3% 401 a City Contribution 3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum) 5 Year Vesting Schedule Retirement Health Savings Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month. 5 years of years of service: 50% vested 6 years of service: 75% vested 7 years of service: 100% vested Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation. Life Insurance MetLife Benefits AFSCME 329 : 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage. ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance Medical Elections Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025) Community Blue PPO 10 Community Blue PPO 12 Community Blue PPO 15

HAP HMO

Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield Health insurance 1st day of the next month of hire date. Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment. COBRA coverage through TASC – in the event of separation– you are entitled to continuation medical coverage up to 18 months. Retirement Savings Account MissionSquare 457b or T. Rowe Price 457b Retirement savings account with no employer contribution. Funds, added to a 457 can be pre-tax or post-tax. Pre Tax funds lower taxable income in bi-weekly paycheck; however, taxes may have to be paid upon the distribution of funds in retirement. Post-tax deferrals are taken from already taxed funds in your paycheck, which means that little to no taxes will be taken upon distribution in retirement. Loans are available. Tuition Reimbursement 75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of 'B' or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books. Residency Bonus Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency. Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible. Fire and Police Excluded MetLife Voluntary Term Life and ADD Additional life Insurance can be purchased for employees and dependents at an additional cost for the employee.

AFLAC

Short term disability, cancer, accident and hospitalization insurance. Dennis Patton View email address on click.appcast.io. EAP Ulliance Employee Assistance Program through Ulliance- six free counseling sessions, legal, finance and life coaching programs. Supervisors are not notified if employee uses services. FMLA Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid. Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor. FSA & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs. A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses. Pre-tax funds are deducted bi-weekly to cover the cost of the total amount you have elected. There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025. Renew Annually, it’s not automatic. Union Contracts | City of Southfield 01 Yes No 02 Yes No 03 Yes No 04 Required Question #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Southfield Human Resources