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Michigan State Police
Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Officer / Statewide
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$67,568 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The 30th Motor Carrier Officer Recruit School start date is planned for May 2027 Motor Carrier Officer recruits complete training at the MSP Training Academy in Lansing, Michigan. They receive hands-on, lecture, and scenario-based instruction in firearms, patrol techniques, first aid, criminal law, precision driving, water safety, defensive tactics, report writing, ethics, FMCSA regulations, cultural diversity and implicit bias. During the training academy recruits receive approximately $4,200 a month with benefits. Reach a top pay of over $83,000 after 6 years. Officers are eligible to transfer or promote to different posts after completion of the training program. Most schedules prioritize day shifts, working 1 weekend day a month, and 13 paid holidays off a year. All uniforms and equipment are provided.