<p>DEPUTY/CO II</p> <p>Union Affiliation: Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Deputies Association (KCSDA), an Affiliate of the Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM)</p> <p>GENERAL SUMMARY</p> <p>The Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) is a fast-paced, modern, and multi-faceted law enforcement agency committed to protecting the community and enhancing public safety. The Sheriff's Office offers a wide range of specialized units, including K9, SWAT, School Resource Deputies, Detective Bureau, and Crime Reduction Team.</p> <p>As a Sheriff's Deputy assigned to Road Patrol, you will serve as a vital member of a professional, team-oriented agency dedicated to law enforcement, crime prevention, and community service. Deputies are entrusted with significant responsibility, requiring sound judgment, integrity, and professionalism while responding to diverse situations and serving the people of Kalamazoo County.</p> <p>We are accepting lateral transfers up to step D (please see the pay scale below)</p> <ul> <li>o Less than 12 months' experience: $29.62 </li><li>o 12-23 months experience as a full-time police officer: $31.21 </li><li>o 24-35 months experience as a full-time police officer: $32.80 </li></ul> <p>HIRING INCENTIVE:</p> <p>MCOLES-Certified Officers:</p> <ul> <li>$5,000 paid after successful completion of Field Training </li><li>Additional $5,000 after completion of a one-year probationary period </li></ul> <p>MCOLES-Certifiable Academy Candidates:</p> <ul> <li>$5,000 hiring bonus </li><li>Additional $5,000 upon successful completion of: </li><li>An accredited Police Academy </li><li>KCSO Field Training Program </li><li>One-year probationary period </li><li>(All completed concurrently) </li><li>This program will continue until all funds are exhausted. </li></ul> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Patrol assigned areas to deter, detect, and respond to criminal activity </li><li>Enforce state laws and traffic regulations </li><li>Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service </li><li>Investigate crimes and incidents </li><li>Collect and preserve evidence </li><li>Interview victims, suspects, and witnesses </li><li>Secure crime scenes </li><li>Prepare clear, accurate, and detailed reports </li><li>Exercise independent judgment in complex and dynamic situations </li><li>Provide testimony in court as required </li><li>Assist and interact professionally with the public </li><li>Perform related duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Must be 20 years of age or older </li><li>High School Diploma or Equivalency </li><li>Must Possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver License </li><li>MCOLES Certified or MCOLES Certifiable </li><li>Successfully pass a drug screen, comprehensive physical/medical examination, and background investigation </li><li>Preference will be given to candidates with either associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Psychology, or a closely related field </li><li>Military training or previous experience in a correctional setting is desirable </li><li>Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities </li></ul> <p>An individual with any of the following is ineligible for consideration for employment: A felony conviction, pending felony or misdemeanor charge, domestic violence conviction, or any outstanding warrant.</p> <p>The County offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage </li><li>Employer-Funded Defined Contribution Retirement Plan </li><li>Life and Disability Insurance </li><li>Tuition Reimbursement </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Pet Insurance </li><li>Paid Sick Leave </li><li>Paid Holidays </li><li>Overtime </li></ul> <p>To view the collective bargaining agreement, visit https://www.kalcounty.gov/375/Sheriffs-Office and click on Current Contract under Deputies Association.</p> <p>VETERANS are encouraged to apply: Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.</p> <p>Pay Scale-D-19</p> <p>Fulltime - Shift varies</p> <p>Position : 10437027</p> <p>Code : 26013-1</p> <p>Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL</p> <p>Job Family : LAW ENFORCEMENT</p> <p>Posting Start : 02/08/2026</p> <p>Posting End : 12/31/9999</p> <p>Details : Benefits Information</p> <p>HOURLY RATE RANGE: $29.62-$32.80</p>