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Public Safety Officer Jobs in Shelbyville, MI at Gun Lake Tribe
Full Job Description
This position requires that you have graduated from Police Academy in MI or have an active MCOLES no.
Job Title: PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER
Department:Public Safety Department
Reports to:Public Safety Sergeant
Location:Public Safety Building
Level/Status:Non-Exempt (NE-13)/Full-Time
Wage: $24.09 – $30.11
Open Date: May 2, 2024
Close Date: May 12, 2024
SUMMARY
The Gun Lake Tribe Public Safety Department is a full service police agency that serves the Gun Lake Tribal Community near Bradley, Michigan as well as the Gun Lake Casino, and other Tribally-owned lands. Officers are required to maintain MCOLES certification, a Special Law Enforcement Commission from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and be cross deputized with the Allegan County Sherriff’s Department.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be MCOLES licensed/licensable
Able to pass comprehensive background investigation
Able to pass physical/mental health screenings
Proven track record of successful employment
Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and be insurable
Meet hiring requirements as set forth by Gun Lake Tribe and Gun Lake Tribe Public Safety
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude, but are not limited to the following:
Patrol assigned area to control traffic, provide crime prevention and investigate incidents of criminal violations
Respond to calls for service
Provide crowd control at public gatherings within departmental guidelines
Render first aid at the scene of accidents, medical assistance calls, domestic violence calls and report findings
Direct and control traffic around fires, accidents and other disruptions as needed
Warn or arrest persons violating the law and issue tickets to violators
Write and file daily activity reports
Assist area police departments with law enforcement functions
Act as a Tribal police liaison to the community to enhance public relations
Appear and testify before the courts in cases being adjudicated
Assume responsibility for proper maintenance of equipment and vehicles assigned for patrol
Adhere to safety practices for all weapons and vehicles assigned to the officer
Become familiar and comply with all the rules, regulations and codes to ensure efficient operations
Maintain knowledge of drugs/narcotics, such as abuse, identification and availability on the streets as it relates to routine patrol duties and detention procedures
Maintain confidentiality as required by law and departmental standards
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Tribal law enforcement experience
Prior law enforcement experience that provides appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities
Possess or be able to obtain Special Law Enforcement Commission from Bureau of Indian Affairs
Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills
Possess knowledge and understanding of Gun Lake Tribal customs
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequent and long period of walking, standing or sitting, as well as occasional heavy lifting, running, climbing, reaching, bending, kneeling or stretching. The potential does exist that one will need to use physical force or firearms in the course of work. The nature of the work also involves manual dexterity to operate office equipment and while keyboarding. An employee will need normal or corrected to normal range of sight and hearing and will routinely carry work-related materials up to25 pounds, andin some instances lifting/ca…
Title: Public Safety Officer
Company: Gun Lake Tribe
Location: Shelbyville, MI
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