Responsible law enforcement work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals, and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. An employee of this class may be assigned to uniformed patrol, directed patrol, and special detail activity. Work involves an element of personal danger in the pursuit of duties. Officers must exercise independent judgment in meeting both routine and complex emergency situations and act without direct supervision. A significant portion of time involves public contact where discretion and tact is to be conscientiously exercised. Duties are performed under the general supervision of a Sergeant, in accordance with well-established police procedures, practices, standards, department policy, and regulations.

Some of the Essential Job Functions of this role:

• Patrol & Public Safety: Support the full-time patrol force by monitoring residential, commercial, and industrial areas to deter and respond to unlawful activity.
• Emergency Response: Respond to calls for service, including accidents, crimes in progress, and citizen assistance; secure scenes, provide first aid, and coordinate with medical or emergency personnel.
• Law Enforcement Duties: Enforce traffic and parking regulations, conduct investigations, collect evidence, serve warrants, and assist with arrests, booking, and prisoner transport.
• Community Engagement: Promote traffic safety, provide crowd control at community events, and maintain positive relationships with residents to support public trust.
• Training & Professional Standards: Participate in required firearms qualifications, ongoing training, and safety procedures to ensure compliance with state and departmental standards. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent. Must have completed the State of Illinois basic recruit academy and meet the requirements for the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board for certified police officer.
• Must have prior police experience as a full-time police officer in the State of Illinois.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Certification as a police officer by the Illinois Local Government Law Enforcement Officers Training Board.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Pass Firearms Course and qualify annually or as determined by the Department.
• Possession of a valid Class D Illinois driver’s license.

For complete details about this position (job functions, requirements, summary, etc), please refer to the job description in the Attached Files section.

Interested in Applying?: To apply, please click the following link, "Apply Here". On this page you will need to upload your resume, a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, and fill out and complete the employment application to be considered for this role.