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Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety hiring new officers

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Posted at 10:09 PM, Oct 14, 2020
and last updated 2020-10-14 22:09:05-04

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety is hiring more officers, according to a news release Wednesday.

Applications open Nov. 2 and will be open until the end of the day Nov. 20.

The application process includes an application, a written test, a physical agility test, a background investigation and several interviews throughout the process.

No previous experience is required and the department will provide training for its recruits.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, possess a valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years old by next May.

“KDPS desires candidates with integrity, a strong work ethic and a desire to serve our Kalamazoo community,” the news release said.

Those who successfully complete the hiring process can expect to receive an offer of employment in May 2021.

Applications can be found here.