The City of Grosse Pointe Woods is now accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Officer. This is a unique opportunity to serve a diverse community in a multitude of ways. The Department provides Police, Fire, and Medical First Responder services.
The department offers a retirement 2.5 multiplier defined benefit pension, lateral pay advances with a top pay over $84,000.00 annually, and a rifle buy-back program.
Interested applicants must be in excellent health, highly motivated, having a minimum of two years of college (60 credit hours) or five years of experience as a police officer and MUST be MCOLES certifiable. Police Officer, Firefighter, and Medical First Responder certification and/or previous experience in a municipal setting are preferred. All candidates will be required to submit to physical and psychological evaluations, a background investigation, and an oral board interview. The application process includes a ride-along opportunity.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Official City applications and letters to PSO candidates can be found on our website under Human Resources – Job Opportunities. The applications can be e-mailed to jkosanke@gpwmi.us or dropped off in person at our Dispatch window. They can also be mailed to the Director of Public Safety, City of Grosse Pointe Woods, 20025 Mack Plaza Drive, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236.
The City of Grosse Pointe Woods is an EOE, FMLA, and ADA compliance employer.