KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety is looking to add some more officers to their ranks.
In a news released dated on Monday, December 12, KDPS said that it started accepting applications for the position of “Public Safety Officer” on Friday, December 9, and is accepting applications up until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, December 23.
To be considered for employment, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, possess a valid driver’s license, and be 21 years old at time of appointment (April 2023).
Beyond the initial application, the hiring process will include both a written and physical agility test, a background investigation along with several interviews throughout the process.
Recruiting officials say that prior experience is not necessary to apply as KDPS plans to sponsor hired applicants through the police academy and provide fire training if needed.
They say along with benefits to include, but not limited to, a Spanish language bonus, veteran on-the-job training education benefits, a $5,000 dollar annual residency bonus and tuition reimbursement program, there are multiple career advancement opportunities as well to include the positions of: Detective, Canine Handler, Community Policing Officer, Narcotics Investigator, Crime Lab Technician, SWAT Technician, Bomb Squad Technician, Recruiter, Fire Marshal, Honor Guard Member, Peer Fitness Trainer, Training Officer, Technical Rescue Team Member, Command Officer and more.
Information about KDPS is available at www.kalamazoopublicsafety.org and questions can be submitted through the “Contact” link at the top of the Home Page.
