Police Officer - Lateral

GovernmentJobs.com — McHenry County IL

McHenry (IL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 93,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The McHenry Police Department is seeking qualified, experienced Police Officers to join our agency and support our mission: To work in a true partnership with the citizens we serve, enhance the quality of life and provide excellence in public safety.

Starting salary range of $75,159.08 - $92,680.23 (dependent on qualifications) underscores our commitment to a strong, capable team. Applicants must meet extensive requirements including citizenship, age, license, SSN, and education criteria.

Qualifications

  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and Social Security Card.
  • Have an Associate’s Degree or have completed 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university.
  • Exceptions: military service of 36 months honorable active duty, or 180 days of service.

Skills

Citizenship
Age 21+
Driver's license
Social Security Card

Education

Associate’s Degree / 60 credit hours

Job description

The McHenry Police Department is seeking qualified, experienced Police Officers to join our agency and support our mission: To work in a true partnership with the citizens we serve, enhance the quality of life and provide excellence in public safety.

  • Starting salary range of $75,159.08 - $92,680.23 (dependent on qualifications).
Minimum Qualifications:

Interested candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

  • Be a citizen of the United States of America
  • Be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and Social Security Card
  • Have an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or have completed 60 credit hoursat an accredited college or university, unless:
  • the applicant has served for 36 months of honorable active duty in the United States Armed Forces and has not been discharged dishonorably or under circumstances other than honorable, or
  • the applicant has served for 180 day
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