POLICE OFFICER
Full-Time

Village of Milford
1100 Atlantic Street
Milford, MI 48381

www.villageofmilford.org/jobs

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
First review of applications will be on September 6, 2022.

The Village of Milford is an equal opportunity employer, seeking applicants
without regard to race, gender, or other protected status.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Village of Milford is seeking motivated individuals to join the Milford Police Department. The
Milford Police Department is a department within the Village of Milford government, but also serves
the surrounding Milford Township.

The ideal candidate will have a variety of skills, including a proven track record of strong
communication skills, focus on customer service philosophies, self-motivated, and driven. The
ability to work collaboratively with peers, organizations within the community, other Village and
Township departments, and neighboring communities will be crucial to the success of the
candidate.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
With a population over 17,000 and covering 36 square miles, Milford is
a thriving community with a vibrant and active downtown and access
to large state and regional parks and other recreational opportunities.
In addition to the Village, the Township is home to the General Motors
Proving Ground, Kensington Metropark, Camp Dearborn, and several
industrial and commercial developments. Milford is located
approximately halfway between Detroit & Lansing and is near both the
I-96 and M-59 corridors.

The Village of Milford is 2.5 square miles in size and is home to a lively
downtown, which serves as the central business district for
approximately 25,000 people in the surrounding areas. Downtown
Milford draws visitors from communities such as Ann Arbor and
Dearborn, while retaining its small-town charm.

The Village boasts six parks within its boundaries, including Central Park, which is home to the
LaFontaine Family Amphitheater, an outdoor concert and event space which was opened in 2015.
Hubbell Pond Park is the site of the YMCA and Library, and a trail system that runs from Commerce
Road all the way to Kensington Park on South Milford Road. The Village is part of the Huron Valley
School District with two elementary schools and one middle school located within the Village.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
In addition to the Chief, the Milford Police Department is staffed by 20 sworn personnel, 4 full-time
support staff, and 6 part-time support staff. The Police Department budget totals approximately
$4.3 million for FY 2022-2023. The Department is funded by a 15-year dedicated millage, last
approved by Township and Village voters in 2016.

The Milford Police Department is well-regarded by the community and has strong relationships
with neighborhood associations, businesses and nonprofits, schools, and places of worship.
Personnel within the department are focused on providing exceptional customer service to the
community. In addition to building strong day to day relationships in the community, the
Department has a longstanding relationship with the local Special Olympics programs and
organizes the annual Pigs 4 Wigs fundraiser each November to support a local pediatric cancer
nonprofit. The Milford Police Department also helps to coordinate the Village Elves program, which
will celebrate its 25th year in 2022 and ensures local families in need are able to celebrate a
memorable holiday season each year.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Police Officer position is a full-time, non-exempt position. This patrol officer position is
responsible for responding to calls for service, completing incident reports, making arrests, and
enforcing laws and local ordinances, among many other responsibilities. Candidates will be
required to complete on-going training, various qualifications, and continuing education
opportunities. A successful candidate will be able to effectively engage the public and interact with
people in a variety of situations. All full-time police officers are represented by the Police Officer’s
Association of Michigan (POAM) after one year of successful employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should possess the following minimum qualifications at the time of
application.

60 credit hours from an accredited educational institution.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License with a

satisfactory driving record.
Certification by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) or

current law enforcement academy enrollment is preferred.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Pass a comprehensive background investigation, as well as medical and psychological

exams.
Candidates must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

WAGES & BENEFITS
This position is a full-time position offering starting pay of $56,815.67 with a competitive 5-year
top-out salary of $91,218.36. Candidates currently employed in law enforcement may be offered
starting wages up to 3rd year pay as determined by experience and/or years of service and Village
approval.

Full-time police officers are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical,
dental, and vision insurance, paid leave, educational bonuses, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid
retirement plan with a 1.5 multiplier and a 5.25% employer match into a 401(a), & more.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
Application materials will be accepted until positions are filled. Following a review of applications,
applicants will be selected to participate in an interview process in which the candidate is subject
to questioning relating to his/her qualifications and fitness. This also includes a comprehensive
background investigation, medical evaluation, and psychological testing.

TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and résumé via mail or in person to the Village Clerk, Village of Milford,
1100 Atlantic Street, Milford, MI 48381

Application materials will be accepted until positions are filled.
First review of applications will be September 6, 2022.