Police Officer

Why Wyoming?

Police Officer

Department: Public Safety: Police

Department Head: Kip Snyder, Director of Police & Fire Services

Date Posted: 07/23/26

Date Closing: 09/28/26

Wage: $36.25-$45.85 per hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Wyoming Police Department (WYPD) is seeking qualified candidates to fill a vacant police officer position. Applicants must be MCOLES certifiable or currently certified law enforcement officers with MCOLES certifications. Out-of-state candidates are encouraged to apply and must be eligible for MCOLES Recognition of Prior Training and Experience Program.

Experienced officers may qualify for lateral transfer and higher starting pay. Experienced officers can apply by submitting their cover letter and resume to [email protected].

WYPD employs 103 sworn officers and offers specialized unit opportunities including detective bureau, K-9, tactical team, crisis negotiation, motorcycle unit, school resource officer, Kent Area Narcotics Team, tactical bike team and more.

The department is one of 12 agencies in the State of Michigan that is CALEA accredited. According to the international standard of CALEA, Wyoming meets 484 standards of professional policing. WYPD is proud to represent the best police services to the residents of the city. To learn more about our CALEA accreditation visit Wyoming CALEA Info.

Wyoming officers'' benefit from paid training, career advancement opportunities, a supportive team-oriented environment, and a generous benefits package that includes City-paid dental and vision, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and 4% post-employment health plan. In addition, 8.5% employer-paid defined contribution retirement plan which will include overtime pay and holiday overtime pay.

Lateral Transfer Step and Wage Information - Effective July 1, 2026

Experience Step Hourly Wage Annual Salary

Academy Only A $36.25 $75,400

1 Year of Service B $38.00 $79,040

2 Years of Service C $39.82 $82,825.60

3 Years of Service E $43.74 $90,979.20

4 Years of Service F $45.85 $95,368

Wyoming is a vibrant and diverse community located southwest of Grand Rapids that spans 25 square miles. The City of Wyoming offers a high quality of life with 21 parks on 655 acres, diverse schools, community events and a variety of recreational programs for the community. As Michigan''s 14th largest community, Wyoming offers a mix of industrial, commercial and residential property that continues to attract and retain residents and businesses.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Lieutenant Andrew Koeller at [email protected].

If you are interested in joining a supportive and professional team, submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

For accommodation requests during the application process, please contact HR at [email protected].

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