DPD recruitment hiring process

DETROIT POLICE HIRING PROCESS

Meet minimum requirements, including a criminal history check
Pass MCOLES Pre-Employment Reading and Writing test**
Pass MCOLES Physical Fitness Test**
Attend Application Orientation
Pass Background Investigation
Pass Oral Board Interview
Pass Psychological (written and oral) and Medical Examinations

The MCOLES Reading & Writing Test and the MCOLES Physical Agility Test are currently being offered at no charge to Detroit Police Dept. candidates (normal fees of $68 and $45 are waived.) Contact Recruiting at 313-596-2607 for more.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR DETROIT POLICE OFFICERS

Must be at least 18 years of age – Possess a valid Driver’s License
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
U.S. Citizenship – No Felony Convictions

DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The City of Detroit Police Department is committed to maintaining a police force that reflects the diversity of the community. The City of Detroit is constantly striving to provide the highest level of public service by men and women from all backgrounds and cultures to maintain a police department that is responsive to the needs of the total community.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability or other criteria prohibited by city, state or federal law.

Required Documents

The following documents are required in order for you to be considered for a position as a Police Officer with the Detroit Police Department.

These documents are required in order for the investigator to conduct your pre-employment investigation. You are advised to start gathering these documents immediately in order to expedite the investigation process.

Gather these documents now, and you will be advised when they need to be produced. Do not mail these documents.

MCOLES Written and Agility Test scores must be submitted within 45 days of you indicating interest in applying for a position with the Detroit Police Department.

Please, bring the original and one copy of ALL required documents.

Certified Copy of Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Photo of Yourself (4x6)-(in business attire, waist-up)
Driver’s License
Driving Record (out of state applicants)
Voter’s Registration Card
Copies of Any Pending Lawsuits
Friend of Court Records (if applicable)
Certificate of Naturalization (if applicable)
Marriage License and/or Divorce Decree
Military Documents-DD214 Long Form
MCOLES Test Scores-Written & Agility
High School Diploma & Transcript or GED Certificate & Exam Score
Copy of College Degree (if applicable) & official transcripts
Official Credit Report (see below information regarding obtaining your credit report)
If you are self-employed: Income Tax Records for the past 2 years

FREE MCOLES TESTING

for Detroit Police Candidates

After you apply, you can register for the free MCOLES reading & writing test and free MCOLES agility test

MCOLES Agility Test Minimum Performance Standards

Males
Age Group	Vertical Jump	Sit Ups	Push Ups	1/2 Mile Shuttle Run
18-29	17.5	32	30	4:29.6
30-39	16.0	30	30	4:38.2
40+	15.0	30	28	4:54.7

Females
Age Group	Vertical Jump	Sit Ups	Push Ups	1/2 Mile Shuttle Run
18-29	11.0	28	7	5:35.4
30-39	9.0	19	7	5:59.1
40+	8.0	18	7	6:13.3

Already passed your MCOLES Reading & Writing Test?

Submit them with your name and MCOLES Written Test in the subject line via e-mail to [email protected]

Already passed your MCOLES Physical Agility Test (PAT)?

MCOLES physical agility scores are valid for 6 months and not transferrable to any other agency.

Are you scheduled for a Written & PAT with the Detroit Police Department and you're thinking about rescheduling?*

Once DPD pays $68 for your test, it cannot be rescheduled. Show up, even if you are not as prepared as you would like to be for the PAT.

*MCOLES Reading Writing Test $68 fee & MCOLES Agility Test $45 fee is paid by Detroit Police.

MCOLES TESTING INFORMATION