Public Notices

The Newaygo Police Department is seeking a licensed MCOLES police officer

About the Community
The City of Newaygo is a growing community located in the heart of Muskegon River in West Michigan. Known for its small-town atmosphere, outdoor recreation, and strong community support, Newaygo offers an excellent environment for both residents and law enforcement professionals. The city continues to experience residential and commercial growth while maintaining a close connection with the community it serves. Officers with the Newaygo Police Department take pride in proactive policing, community engagement, and building positive relationships with citizens, businesses, and schools.

Position Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Patrolling city streets, parks, commercial areas, and residential neighborhoods
• Preserving the peace and enforcing federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
• Controlling vehicular traffic
• Preventing, detecting, and investigating misdemeanors, felonies, and other law violations
• Obtaining evidence and compiling information regarding crimes
• Preparing cases for prosecution and testifying in court
• Carrying out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
• Performing related law enforcement activities as assigned

• Possess an associate degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field Be licensed or licensable as a police officer through MCOLES
  
  
  • Applicants interested in attending a police academy to become licensed are also encouraged to apply
• Be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age at the time of employment
• Possess, or be able to obtain by the time of hire, a valid driver's license
• Have no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history
• Be able to read and write the English language
• Be of good moral character
• Successfully complete all phases of the selection process

• An extensive personal and professional background investigation
• Medical, psychological, and drug screening examinations

• Patrol in a police vehicle
• Respond to calls for service
• Make arrests
• Prepare narrative crime reports and non-criminal reports
• Conduct criminal investigations and traffic crash follow-up investigations
• Participate in departmental training sessions
• Participate in community-oriented policing events
• Patrol the Newaygo Public School District
• Display a positive and professional attitude and demeanor
• Detain, search, and question suspects as appropriate

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement/pension contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Uniform and equipment allowance
• Training and professional development opportunities

Starting on May 1, 2023, all properties located in the City of Newaygo will be subject to enforcement of Art. II of Chapter 82 to the City of Newaygo’s Code of Ordinances entitled “Weeds, Grass and Rank Vegetation Ordinance” (Code 1980, § 6.25; Ordinance No. 2023-03, as amended 3-13-2023), as authorized under Michigan’s Noxious Weeds Act, PA 359 of 1941, as amended.

The purpose of this Ordinance is to maintain the character and development of landscaping in the neighborhood by removing noxious weeds and any other uncontrolled plant growth, weeds, or grass exceeding six (6) inches in height in order to prevent them from becoming a detriment to public health.

Under the relevant portions of the Noxious Weeds Act and the Ordinance, it is the responsibility of all owners and/or occupants to prevent and/or eliminate noxious weeds before they reach a seed-bearing stage of growth, and/or to cut weeds and tall grass to not exceed six (6) inches in yards on a routine basis but does not apply to weeds in fields devoted to growing crops.

Failure to comply with this notice will result in the City taking action by contracting for the services necessary to enter the property and remedy the conditions. Methods of treating and eradicating the noxious weeds and grass may include the use of mechanical mowing, cutting, or trimming equipment.

All expenses incurred to bring this property into compliance shall be paid by the owner(s) and/or occupant(s). A lien shall be placed against the property, and if not paid, the amount may be assessed as a special tax against such land on the next assessment roll and will be collected in the next tax cycle.

Please contact Newaygo City Office at (231) 652-1657 Ext. 227 or office@newaygo.gov if you have any questions or concerns.