Public Safety Officer

Public Safety Officer

Allendale, MI
Full Time
R104274

Join the Grand Valley State University Police Department - Now Hiring Police Officers!

The Grand Valley State University Police Department is seeking motivated, service-oriented individuals who are currently MCOLES licensed or licensable and committed to building positive relationships within a vibrant campus community. This is an exciting opportunity to continue or launch your law enforcement career in a professional, supportive, and community-focused environment.

Why Join Us?

• Starting pay at $31.25/hour with the ability to start at a higher rate based on experience
• Lateral transfer friendly - bring your experience and continue your career
• Outstanding education benefits:
  o 100% tuition waiver for employees
  o 50% tuition waiver for household members and dependents
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement contributions
• Excellent work-life balance in a community-oriented policing environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized assignments

Start your next chapter with a department that invests in your career, your education, and your future.

Salary & Benefits:

Minimum starting salary of $31.25/hour.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Applicants must be currently MCOLES certified or licensable as a police officer as defined by MCOLES at time of hire.
• Valid State of Michigan driver's license with an acceptable traffic record.
• No criminal record, which will question credibility or public trust, expected of an officer.
• Possess good moral character as determined by a favorable comprehensive background investigation.
• Physical, mental and emotional ability to execute duties.
• Available to work any shift.
• Knowledge of current laws, standards and police procedures. Ability to learn and operate all communication equipment.
• Ability to maintain a satisfactory work performance and attendance record.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Responds to emergency calls for service.
• Arrest and issue citations as necessary.
• Provide backup assistance when dispatched.
• Provide first aid, scene control and/or coordination between backup units, ambulance and hospitals.
• Respond to and investigate complaints as received or as department requires.
• Testify at court and subsequent hearings.
• Serve subpoenas and warrants as requested.
• Revise and update all complaint reports and perform further actions as appropriate. Keep supervisor informed of progress.
• Provide surveillance of campus environment and report any unusual and/or unsafe conditions.
• Responsible for the safety and protection of the campus community, its personnel and property.
• Provide parking and crowd control at campus events.
• Act as a liaison between campus community and area law enforcement agencies.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of all equipment issued by the department.
• Willingness to exhibit proper attitude and demeanor to establish and maintain good public relations.
• Attend and complete by demonstrating proficiency all required in-service training programs which includes Medical First Responder training and certification.
• Performs other similar and related duties as directed by supervisor.

For information on the steps involved in the hiring process and additional information on our department, please visit our website at www.gvsu.edu/dps/recruitment.

How to Apply: Please submit an application with your cover letter and resume. Applications missing required documents will not be considered. You may add additional required documents during the application process. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Captain Kourosh Khatir at 616-331-3255 or khatirk@gvsu.edu. If you need technical assistance, please call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Application Deadline:
Application closes Sunday May 10, 2026. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.