Public Safety Officer Sponsored Recruit
Grand Valley State University
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Summary: A sponsored Police Recruit is a Grand Valley State Police Department employee who is sponsored to attend the Grand Valley State University Police Academy. The intended result is promotion to Police Officer upon successful completion of the police academy and licensing by MCOLES. Sponsored Police Recruits will enjoy full-time pay and benefits. The Grand Valley Police Department will cover all tuition and related costs while attending the police academy. This position is for the GVSU Police 2025 Summer Academy, April 28 to August 21, 2025.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary of $25.72/hour while in the Academy, plus all expenses for academy covered by GVPD.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
Salary starting at $29.90 upon successful completion of the academy.
Required Qualifications and Education:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must have a valid Michigan driver's license.
Must be a citizen of the United States at the time of testing.
Must not have any felony convictions or certain misdemeanor convictions.
Must possess good moral character as determined by a favorable comprehensive background investigation.
Must have physical, mental and emotional ability to execute duties.
Essential Functions of Police Officer:
This is a uniformed and armed police position charged with enforcing state/local laws and the rules of the university.
Patrols the campus in a marked unit and responds to emergency calls for service.
Arrest and issue citations as necessary.
Respond to and investigate complaints as received or as the department requires.
Testify at court and subsequent hearings. Serve subpoenas and warrants as requested.
Responsible for the safety and protection of the campus community, its personnel and property.
Act as a liaison between campus community and area law enforcement agencies
Attend and complete by demonstrating proficiency all required in-service training programs which include Medical First Responder training and certification.
Performs other similar and related duties as directed by supervisor.
How to Apply: Please submit an application with your cover letter and resume. You may add additional required documents here. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Captain Leah Heaton at 616-331-3255 or heatonl@gvsu.edu. If you need technical assistance, please call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.
Application Deadline:
Application closes September 30, 2024. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment
Applicants who make it past the initial screening will be required to complete and submit a personal history statement form provided by the Department of Public Safety.
For information on the steps involved in the hiring process, please visit our website at www.gvsu.edu/gvpd/recruitment.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
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