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SalarySalary
$1,971.00 - $2,384.00 Biweekly
Location
Multiple Locations Available - See Posting for Details, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
5503-23-MCO 27th Recruit
Department
State Police Motor Carrier Officer Recruitment
Opening Date
02/06/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Job Description
Make a difference in the lives of millions of Michigan motorists with a career as a
Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Officer.
No degree or experience required – pay and benefits while in training.
Motor Carrier Officers are members of the Michigan State Police (MSP) Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED). They specialize in commercial vehicles and duties include traffic enforcement, crash investigation, driver and vehicle inspections, criminal interdiction, hazardous material transport, regulatory compliance, weigh station operation, infrastructure protection, as well as general emergency response. Motor Carrier Officer's patrol is self-directed and encourages proactive and independent decision making.
On receiving a conditional offer of employment, an applicant will be asked to submit their post assignment preference. Every effort is made to fulfill their request while balancing the personnel needs of the agency. Applicants will receive their post assignment when they are appointed to a recruit school.
Post assignments available:
- Niles
- Marshall
- Metro (North/South)
- Monroe
Motor Carrier Officer recruits complete training at the MSP Training Academy in Lansing, Michigan. They receive hands-on, lecture, and scenario-based instruction in firearms, patrol techniques, first aid, criminal law, precision driving, water safety, defensive tactics, report writing, ethics, FMCSA regulations, cultural diversity and implicit bias.
- During the training academy recruits receive approximately $3,850 a month with benefits.
- Reach a top pay of over $71,000 after 6 years.
- Officers are eligible to transfer or promote to different posts after completion of the training program.
- Most schedules prioritize day shifts, working 1 weekend day a month, and 13 paid holidays off a year.
- All uniforms and equipment are provided.
Required Documents: The following attachments are required to be submitted with your application (unless not applicable to you):
- Birth Certificate (Birth Certificate Ordering)
- Driver's License (Replacement License)
- Social Security Card (Replacement Card)
- High School Transcript (Transcript Ordering)
- College Transcript (Transcript Ordering)
- DD-214 (Requesting military service records)
- Resume (Resume Tips)
- Cover Letter (Cover Letter Tips)
EMPLOYMENT: You are required for this application to include any (full or part-time) employment you have ever had.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a high school diploma or GED Certificate.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
Applicants MUST take and PASS the Frontline Entry Level Law Enforcement exam after submitting an application.
Applicants MUST take and PASS the MCOLES Pre-Enrollment Physical Fitness test when receiving a conditional offer of employment.
Additional Requirements and Information
The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.
- Willingness to submit to a thorough background investigation designed to measure the applicant's suitability for police work.
- 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.
More information at: MSP - Motor Carrier Officer Careers (michigan.gov)
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. In 2022, Forbes ranked the State of Michigan in the Top 10 of America’s Best Employers For New Grads and as the #1 employer for new grads in government services. More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information specific to Troopers is available at https://voyamarketingzone.dmplocal.com/sites/4800/mi13\_welcome.html
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 01/25/2023
Pay: $2,035.20 - $2,500.80 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
