Posting number: 221-1026
Department: Police
Job classification: Police Officer
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Safety, Law Enforcement
Please note that this job posting is for those who are currently Certified Police Officers or those who will graduate from a Police Academy by May 2027.
Patrol: The purpose of this job is to provide police services to the general public and patrol city streets to provide protection of its citizens. Enforces city ordinances and state laws. Offers professional police presence where needed and requested. Interviews complainants, suspects, and witnesses to criminal activity. Testifies in criminal, civil, or administrative court cases when required.
Community Policing: The purpose of this position is to serve and protect life and property within the city limits of Grand Rapids. The position enforces laws and ordinances, works with citizens to address problems, and improves police and community relations.
Tactical: The purpose of this job is to perform tactical operations throughout the city. Responsible for Patrol Officer duties in any capacity needed or requested throughout the City, which include special events, foot, bike, uniformed or plainclothes and Segway patrols.
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Must take and receive a passing score on the Grand Rapids Civil Service Exam for Police Officers.
Meet all State of Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, as found HERE.
OUT-OF-STATE CERTIFIED OFFICERS: Please contact the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) at (517)322-1417 to determine your eligibility and available dates for the Recognition of Prior Training and Experience Program (RPTE). (Link to RPTE website)
(All dates and times are approximate and may change)
Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the following sequential steps. Each step must be successfully completed in order to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Dates: November 4, December 2, 2026 & January 6, 2027
**Please note that this job posting is for those who are currently Certified Police Officers or are enrolled in a Police Academy and will be certified by May 2027**
Significant Dates:
Must be Eligible for MCOLES by the Date of Hire
Recruit Class Orientation Begins May 3, 2027
Recruit Class Oath of Office June 27, 2027
THIS POSITION IS NOT COVERED BY SOCIAL SECURITY. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
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Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Leaves and Accommodations Analyst, Amanda Kaulback. Email akaulback@grand-rapids.mi.us or HRemploymentbenefits@grcity.us or by phone at (616) 456-4668.
The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Please Note:
This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.
Collective Bargaining Agreements
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Grand Rapids is the second-largest city in Michigan, and the largest city in West Michigan. It is on the Grand River about 30 miles east of Lake Michigan and three hours from Chicago. The City’s population is 198,829 and covers an area of 45 square miles. The combined statistical area of Grand Rapids-Muskegon-Holland is 1.3 million.
The City recently received numerous recognitions ranging from the Best U.S. City to Invest in Housing and the Fastest Growing Economy in the U.S. (Forbes); the #1 City to Raise a Family; the #1 Hottest Real Estate Market to Watch (Trulia.com), and #28 Most Hipster City in the world. The Art Prize Festival was ranked one of the Top Five Festivals Worldwide (Time). Fifteen craft breweries are located within Grand Rapids making it locally known as Michigan’s “Beer City.”
The City just completed a comprehensive Strategic Plan with a new Mission Statement: To elevate quality of life through excellent City services. Equity is one of the City's six values and is embedded into all decisions, policies and practices.
