Lateral Police 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

Starting Pay: $76,663 -$98,242 based on experience Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Why Join?

The Decatur Police Department (DPD) is dedicated to maintaining a team of diverse, highly-qualified officers to serve and protect the City of Decatur, Illinois. DPD offers specialized training, promotional opportunities, and diverse career paths within law enforcement.

Key Benefits & Opportunities

• Balanced Work-Life: Enjoy a 12-hour patrol schedule with every other weekend off (Friday/Saturday/Sunday), totaling approximately 182 working days per year.
• Community-Centric Policing: Foster relationships with diverse communities through neighborhood policing and community partnerships.
• Advanced Training & Development: Access to specialized training and promotional opportunities across various law enforcement fields.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in modern, technology-equipped environments.
• Competitive Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent retirement plan, comprehensive health benefits, paid vacation, and sick leave.
• Dedicated Health Center: Free check-ups/physicals, chronic condition management, bloodwork, immunizations, and numerous free prescriptions for employees and dependents.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Comprehensive fitness, and wellness initiatives including mental health support..
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for ongoing education and professional development.
• 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