Michigan State Police Trooper / Police Officer / Statewide

About the role

A Michigan State Trooper performs a full range of law enforcement assignments and is a certified police officer by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).

Responsibilities

• Prevent or detect traffic law violations
• Conduct criminal investigations
• Provide a variety of related services to the public

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of the required law enforcement officer residential training program (approximately 20-21 weeks)
• Pass the NTN Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam and a Baseline Fitness Test
• Pass the MCOLES Pre-Employment Fitness Test
• Willingness to submit to a thorough background investigation
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must be a resident of the State of Michigan before graduation from the Academy
• Must be at least 21 years of age by recruit school graduation
• Must have a valid Michigan driver's license by recruit school graduation
• Must possess a satisfactory driving record

Qualifications

• Willingness to submit to a thorough background investigation designed to measure the applicant's suitability for police work.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make quick decisions under pressure
• Physical fitness and stamina

Benefits

• Health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000)
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) and 457 plans for retirement
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Annual longevity bonuses
• Military pay differential
• Tuition reduction
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work schedules and remote work options

Pay

Details on pay for this position are available upon request.

Schedule

Details on the schedule for this position are available upon request.