The job of the Michigan State Police Colonel is to serve as the highest-ranking officer within the Michigan State Police, responsible for leading, managing, and overseeing all operations of the department. This includes ensuring the safety of Michigan residents by maintaining law and order, enforcing state laws, and preventing crime. 

The Lieutenant Colonel of the Michigan State Police typically serves as the second-in-command, assisting the Colonel in overseeing the department and its various operations. This role often focuses on both internal management and strategic leadership, supporting the Colonel in achieving the department's objectives. 

A Major in the Michigan State Police is a senior leadership position, typically responsible for overseeing major divisions or regions within the department. The Major works under the direction of higher-ranking officials like the Colonel or Lieutenant Colonel and plays a critical role in the strategic management and operational effectiveness of the MSP. 

A Captain in the Michigan State Police is a mid-level management position responsible for overseeing specific units, teams, or functions within the department. Captains play a key role in keeping operations that their assigned are running smoothly and in alignment with the department’s goals and policies. 

A First Lieutenant in the Michigan State Police holds a rank just below that of a Commanding Officer but often carries additional responsibilities or a higher level of leadership. The First Lieutenant may supervise a larger amount of troopers or a more specialized team of individuals. They are also known as a senior supervisor and may teach new supervisors.

A Lieutenant in the Michigan State Police is a mid-level supervisory role responsible for overseeing troopers, shifts, or units within the department. Lieutenants act as key role models for troopers who ensure the smooth and efficient execution of the department’s operations, often directly supervising Sergeants and officers. 

A Sergeant in the Michigan State Police holds a high amount of responsibilities, typically responsible for supervising a group of troopers and ensuring the effective execution of law enforcement operations. The Sergeant is often looked at as a role model and plays a crucial role in both day-to-day operations and long-term effectiveness within their team or unit. 

A Corporal in the Michigan State Police is a highly skilled officer who has advanced beyond the rank of trooper and typically takes on additional responsibilities. While not a formal supervisor, the Corporal is seen as a lead officer within the department. Their role is focused on providing expertise, assisting in field operations, and sometimes mentoring other officers. 

A Trooper in the Michigan State Police is an entry-level law enforcement officer responsible for patrolling highways, responding to emergencies, and ensuring public safety. They are often the first line of contact in law enforcement, carrying out a wide variety of law enforcement duties that include both proactive and reactive policing. 

A Probationary Trooper in the Michigan State Police is a newly hired recruit who has completed basic training at the Michigan State Police Academy but is still in a probationary period. During this phase, they are under the supervision and evaluation of more experienced officers as they transition from training to active law enforcement duties.