$15K Sign-on Bonus for New Police Officer Lateral Transfers and 5% Annual Attendance Bonus
Make the move to Portage! The Portage Department of Public Safety (PDPS) Lateral Entry Program affords certified, experienced police officers the opportunity to join the Portage Department of Public Safety – Police Division. Opportunities for officers who have excelled in their law enforcement careers and are up to the task of meeting the high standards of the PDPS are here!
Current police officers with full-time experience will be hired at an advance pay step based on prior years of experience, up to Step F. Step F of the current Portage Police Officer’s Association collective bargaining agreement is $40.62 per hour/$84,491.91 annually. Step A for entry-level officers is $27.50 per hour/$57,195.64 annually.
New lateral transfers will also receive a $15k sign-on bonus. ** Unique to the Portage Department of Public Safety and not available anywhere else in the area - ALL police officers receive a 5% ANNUAL ATTENDANCE BONUS. **
All candidates must be certifiable officers. Out-of-state officers or those separated from a police department for more than a year are subject to re-licensure requirements as defined by MCOLES and the Recognition of Prior Training & Education program. Successful out-of-state candidates must also obtain a valid Michigan driver's license upon hire. Successful candidates must complete all required tests and evaluations.
Visit portagemi.gov/344/Recruitment for complete details and to apply online.