Experienced Police Officer

City of Champaign; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city as an Experienced Police Officer, where your role is vital in protecting the community and upholding the law. In this position, you will engage in various duties, from patrolling streets to conducting investigations and compiling reports for trials. Your commitment to public safety and community service will be key in fostering a secure environment. This role not only offers the chance to make a significant impact but also to work in a diverse and inclusive setting that values every member of the community. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and serve the public, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a post-probationary police officer in good standing.
• Equivalent skills to a City of Champaign post-probationary officer.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property by enforcing city ordinances and state laws.
• Perform investigations, compile reports, and maintain records.

Skills

Problem-solving

Investigation skills

Patrolling

Report writing

Education

Post-probationary status as a police officer

Job description

City of Champaign, IL | Champaign, IL 61822

This Job Posting is for our Experienced/Lateral Police Officer Program, not the Entry Level Police Officer Recruitment.

The purpose of this job is to protect life and property by enforcing all city ordinances, and the laws and regulations of the State of Illinois. Duties include, but are not limited to: performing special details and specific assignments; patrolling city streets and businesses; assisting fellow officers and other agencies; responding to the needs of the general public by performing investigations, problem-solving, following up on leads, obtaining evidence, and deterring criminal activity within the community; compiling reports, preparing cases for trial and appearing in court, and maintaining records for proper documentation.

If you have any questions about our Experienced Officer Hiring Program, please call Sgt. Matt Crane at ~~~, or the Human Resources Department at ~~~ Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Applications are reviewed weekly; however, group testing and oral interviews will be determined by needs of the department.

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet the following criteria: post-probationary status as a police officer in the United States.
• Successful applicants must be in good standing with the current department and/or left previous department(s) in good standing.
• Must have substantially equivalent skills and abilities as a City of Champaign post-probationary officer, as determined by the Chief of Police.

The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Contact the Human Resources Department at ~~~ Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process.