Entry-Level Police Officer

Rolling Meadows Police Department; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rolling Meadows Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to join our team. Candidates will undergo tests and meet minimum requirements to become a Rolling Meadows Police Officer, dedicated to excellence and community safety.

Officers will perform patrols, investigations, traffic enforcement, and court appearances while engaging with residents and local businesses to address concerns through collaborative problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Observe situations analytically and record them clearly.
• React quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and impartially.
• Remain physically fit as defined by department policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs law enforcement and community policing duties to protect life and property.
• Responds to calls for service, conducts investigations, makes arrests, issues citations.
• Provides visible patrol and targeted traffic enforcement, and assists the public.
• Builds partnerships with residents, businesses, and community groups.
• Maintains compliance with policies and safety requirements; participates in training.

Skills

Observe situations analytically

React quickly in emergencies

Clear oral and written communication

Situational judgment

Physical fitness and stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Rolling Meadows Police Department believes that the public must have confidence, trust, and faith in the ability of every Rolling Meadows Police Officer to competently perform their duties. The officers of the Rolling Meadows Police Department embrace a community oriented policing philosophy that follows our mission which is proudly displayed on the patches of our uniforms and that is that we are "Dedicated to Excellence". To accomplish the hiring of the best persons that meet this statement of excellence, candidates will be required to successfully complete a series of tests and meet minimum requirements.

Do you have what it takes?

Performs responsible law enforcement and community policing duties to protect life and property, enforce laws and ordinances, and maintain public safety. Responds to calls for service, conducts investigations, makes arrests, issues citations, collects evidence, prepares reports, and appears in court as required. Provides visible patrol and targeted traffic enforcement, assists the public, and addresses community concerns through collaborative problem-solving and crime prevention initiatives. Builds and maintains partnerships with residents, businesses, and community groups while participating in training, departmental programs, and special assignments. Maintains compliance with Department and City policies, professional standards, and safety requirements, and performs additional duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Observe situations analytically and objectively and to record them clearly and completely;
• React quickly and calmly in emergencies;
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;
• Ability to handle situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and impartially;
• Develop skills in the use of firearms and other defensive tools/tactics;
• Safely operate motor vehicles in both routine and emergency operations;
• Exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions;
• Perform tasks requiring good physical condition and strength;
• Elementary skill in the application of modern police practices and techniques involving investigation, arrest, detention and treatment of prisoners; and in the care and use of appropriate tools, equipment and facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Citizenship: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and legally permitted to possess firearms in accordance with state and federal law
• Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Age: 21 years of age at time of application deadline and less than 35 years of age at time of appointment, unless otherwise exempt by statute
• Vision Acuity: Vision correctable to 20/40 and free of color blindness
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Physical Ability Power Card: Proof of a passing POWER test (within one year) is required. For information about taking the POWER test, please contact one of the following agencies:
• NIPSTA – www.nipsta.org
• Joliet Junior College – 815.280.2674
• Triton College – 708.456.0300 – www.triton.edu/power
• Applicants MUST pass the Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (P.O.W.E.R.) test before entry into a police academy.
• Exterior environmental climate including foot and vehicular modes of patrol/transportation.
• Rotating and permanent shifts.
• Remain physically fit as defined by department policy.