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Metroairport

Police Officer

Metroairport, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228

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Police Officer

Multiple Budgeted Positions Available

Annual Compensation Range:

$68,988 entry to $89,679 with 4 years of service

Additional contract increases in FY2024 & FY2025

Applicants with 3 years of experience as an MCOLES certified police officer and an active MCOLES certification are eligible for starting lateral pay of $73,671

Additional Compensation Opportunities

Up to $3,500 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 beginning January 1, 2024

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

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THIS POSITION IS REPRESENTED BY A UNION - POAM A Brief Overview 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

Qualifications

Associate's 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 Driver's License and a safe, acceptable driving record.

Supervisory Responsibilities None - Individual Contributor

Special Conditions

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 https://www.metroairport.com/business/employment/wcaa-jobs. Qualified 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 months. Applicants 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 contacthumanresources@wcaa.usor (734) 942-3775

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