City of Otsego Police Department
Police Officer Full Time Position
Opening Date: 10/22/2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
Contact Person: Brad Misner, Director
Phone Number: 269-692-6111
Email: bmisner@cityofotsego.org
Website: www.cityofotsego.org
General Information:
City of Otsego is accepting resumes for a full-time police officer position from qualified candidates. The City of Otsego provides 24-hour police coverage to the citizens of Otsego. The hours consist of 12-hour shifts, both days and nights, 5am-5pm, 5pm-5am, along with a swing shift starting between the hours of 1pm-1am. The City of Otsego has a population around 4500 people.
Minimum Qualifications:
- US Citizen.
- All applicants must be MCOLES licensed or eligible for licensing upon appointment. • Pass the MCOLES reading/writing test. • Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.
- No Felony convictions and/or disqualifying criminal history.
- Must be able to pass a physical, drug screening, and a pre-employment background investigation.
- Applicant must also hold high standard of moral character, be self-motivated, and have good communication skills.
Benefits:
Starting wage of $26.9950/hour, after 5 years $39.3584/hour.
Longevity eligible after 5 years of service.
Paid Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Bereavement Leave, Holiday Leave, and Comp Time.
Uniforms Furnished / Cleaned Equipment provided by employer to include Footwear.
Health, Optical, Dental, and Life Insurance available.
Retirement and 457 Plans available.
Applicants will be accepted until the position has been filled. To apply submit your resume and cover letter to Director Misner, bmisner@cityofotsego.org.
