Community‑Focused Patrol Officer

Decatur Police Department; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour patrol schedule

Promotional opportunities

Specialized training

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

On-site health center

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Decatur Police Department in Decatur, IL, is hiring police officers with starting pay ranging from $76,663 to $98,242 per year, based on experience. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Duties include patrol, emergency response, crime and traffic enforcement, and community policing to protect residents and guests. Officers benefit from a comprehensive package including training, advancement chances, retirement benefits, health coverage, paid vacation and sick leave, and access to an on-site

Responsibilities

• Patrol & Enforcement: Monitor city areas to maintain law and order, enforce traffic laws, and uphold local ordinances.
• Emergency Response: Respond to calls, investigate complaints, and handle a wide variety of incidents. Conduct follow-up investigations as assigned.
• Crime & Accident Management: Gather evidence, interview witnesses, make arrests, and prepare case information for prosecution. Testify in court when required.
• Traffic Control: Conduct traffic duties, operate radar units, apprehend violators, issue tickets, and direct traffic.
• Conflict Resolution: Address disputes and disturbances, make arrests when necessary, and prepare detailed reports.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform related duties

Job description

The Decatur Police Department in Decatur, IL, is hiring police officers with starting pay ranging from $76,663 to $98,242 per year, based on experience. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Duties include patrol, emergency response, crime and traffic enforcement, and community policing to protect residents and guests. Officers benefit from a comprehensive package including training, advancement chances, retirement benefits, health coverage, paid vacation and sick leave, and access to an on-site