What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of Wyoming?
Department: Public Safety: Police
Department Head: Kip Snyder, Director of Police & Fire Services
Date Posted: 06/16/2026
Date Closing: 07/20/2026
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 joinWYPD@wyomingmi.gov .
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 $82,85.60
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 14 th 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 Andrew.Koeller@wyomingmi.gov .
If you are interested in joining a supportive and professional team, submit your cover letter and resume to joinWYPD@wyomingmi.gov .
For accommodation requests during the application process, please contact HR at HR_Fax@wyomingmi.gov .
Department Head: Kip Snyder, Director of Police & Fire Services
Date Posted: 06/16/2026
Date Closing: 07/20/2026
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 joinWYPD@wyomingmi.gov .
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 $82,85.60
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 14 th 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 Andrew.Koeller@wyomingmi.gov .
If you are interested in joining a supportive and professional team, submit your cover letter and resume to joinWYPD@wyomingmi.gov .
For accommodation requests during the application process, please contact HR at HR_Fax@wyomingmi.gov .
Salary : $38 - $44