Police Officer

Public service is more than just a job – it’s a calling. Public servants are driven by a sense of duty and a passion for their work, often placing the needs of others above personal convenience or material gain. It’s a vocation with a willingness to sacrifice for the well-being of others. If this statement resonates with you, explore this opportunity in more detail, below.

The City of Mt. Pleasant is looking for three dedicated MCOLES certified Police Officers to join our team. The work environment values the contributions of individual team members, strives toward continuous improvement, and has the desire to provide the highest quality law enforcement services.

The 2026 starting hourly rate is $29.60 per hour with an increase to $33.65 per hour after one year of employment (2027 compensation structure). In addition, a $1.00 per hour shift premium is applied for night hours worked between 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Working in a higher classification such as filling in as a Sergeant, working as a Field Training Officer, or on special assignment is available. Once new Police Officers complete the 15-week Field Training Program they will be placed on a standard 12-hour shift. The current day shift works from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the night shift works from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. There are a total of four shifts, a day and night shift for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and a day and night shift for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Each day and night shift alternate working on Saturday. On an annual basis, a Police Officer works a standard 2,184 hours with a variety of overtime opportunities.

Mt. Pleasant's Police Department patrols approximately eight square miles with 29 sworn officers. We provide quality on-going professional development opportunities, highly regarded community partnerships, and a strong team environment with a main focus to serve and protect the Mt. Pleasant community. Mt. Pleasant is the home of Central Michigan University and the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort. Mt. Pleasant Police Department enjoys strong cooperation with other area agencies, allowing for participation in programs such as Youth Services Unit (YSU), Emergency Services Team, MINT (Mid-Michigan Investigative Narcotics Team). Mt. Pleasant Police Officers are certified federal officers through the Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs. The department is positioned in a very unique circumstance with our community partners and work together to support fellow agencies for special events, critical incidents, and daily training operations.

Education:Must meet the education and training requirement of the Michigan Council on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES), Employment Standards.

Ability To:Independently and cooperatively plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate and evaluate multiple events and activities; and actively participate in the building and maintenance of successful work teams.

Effectively communicate, orally, and in writing with team members, colleagues, and the public regarding any aspect within the scope of responsibility; ability to establish and maintain partnerships and positive working relationships with the public, non-profit and government agencies, the business community and other employees; ability to effectively understand and follow oral and written instructions; and possession of a successful history of using proven problem solving techniques to resolve issues and conflict inside and outside the department.

Additional Requirements:Valid Michigan Operator’s license and a safe driving record.