Lateral Entry Police Officer

ChamberMaster; Algonquin (IL); Vor Ort; USD 81.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

457(b) defined contribution plan

Zusammenfassung

Village of Algonquin is seeking a police officer through a lateral entry. The role requires a current Law Enforcement Officer Certification and at least 18 months of full-time law enforcement experience.

Salary ranges are provided for FY27–FY29 under the MAP Chapter 78 contract, with residency not required. The Village offers a competitive benefits package including generous PTO, health/dental/life insurance options, a 457(b) DC plan, and more.

Qualifikationen

• Lateral entry applicants must possess a current Law Enforcement Officer Certification and have been employed in a full-time law enforcement capacity for a minimum of 18 months.

Kenntnisse

Law enforcement experience

Ausbildung

Current Law Enforcement Officer Certification

Jobbeschreibung

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open
SALARY RANGES (by FY): $81,142.02-$124,941.48 (FY27)
$84,184.85-$129,626.79 (FY28)
$87,341.78-$134,487.79 (FY29)
MAP Chapter 78 union contract available for viewing on our website, transparency portal.
RESIDENCY: Not required.
BENEFITS: The Village of Algonquin has a competitive benefit package which currently includes: generous paid time off and voluntary optional benefits such as a flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, and life insurance as well as flexible spending accounts (health care and/or child care), a defined benefit pension plan, a deferred compensation 457(b) plan through Nationwide, and more.
The Village of Algonquin, home to approximately 30,000 residents, is nestled in the Fox River Valley in both Kane and McHenry counties and is conveniently located 45 miles from the Chicago Loop. The community provides residents and businesses an exceptional quality of life with recreational amenities, educational opportunities, and a mixture of numerous restaurants and shopping malls, which offer a variety of leisure time activities. In addition to providing a friendly and safe community, Algonquin believes in providing residents leisure opportunities involving the great outdoors. In total, there are 21 parks conveniently located throughout the Village to ensure adequate access to parks.
The Village employs approximately 185 employees in four major service areas: General Services Administration, Community Development, Police, and Public Works. Each of these departments is further delineated into specific divisions that provide public services.

The Fine print

• Lateral entry applicants must possess a current Law Enforcement Officer Certification and have been employed in a full-time law enforcement capacity for a minimum of 18 months (and successfully completed the probationary period). The totality of the individual’s law enforcement training and work experience will be considered.
• Work schedule for patrol is currently 8.25 hours per shift; 5 days on, 2 days off, 4 days on, 2 days off.

APPLICANT SCREENING PROCESS

The entire process may include an oral interview, polygraph, psychological test, medical exam, and any other exams deemed necessary by the Police Department.
This screening process is based strictly on the excellence of the candidate and their specific qualifications as well as the hiring needs of the Department at the time of review. The Village does not guarantee an interview or further consideration once an application has been submitted.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Those interested are required to complete both pages of our online employment application and submit it along with a resume or letter of intent.
The Village of Algonquin is an equal opportunity employer.