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Delavan Police Department
Experienced Police Officer - Lateral - Full-Time
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$70,105 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Experienced Police Officer
- Lateral
- Full-Time Delavan Police Department Delavan, IL Job Details Full-time $58,406
- $64,480 a year 3 days ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Dependent health insurance coverage Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Crime prevention High school diploma or GED Driver's License Community relationship building Law enforcement Full Job Description The City of Delavan is accepting lateral applications to hire certified full-time police officers.
Requirements:
- 21+ years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- US Citizen.
- Must reside within 30 miles of city hall.
- Must be in good standard with the Training and Standards Board.
- Must be in good physical condition (determined by a physical).
- Must be able to pass psychological, polygraph, and background investigation.
- $28.08 to $31/hr ($58,406 to $64,480/year) + $1/hr after probation.
- Shift flexibility and good availability a must.
- Expected to work nights/weekends/holidays.
- Two years of experience preferred (but not required).
Benefits:
- Benefits to include health, dental, vision, 100% for employee, 70% for the family.
- IMRF retirement
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
- Member of UAW 974
- Uniform allowance
- Paid training
- Opportunities for further training and education
- Double time and a half holiday pay (for select holidays) Job requirements include, but are not limited to: Enforcing laws Ensuring the safety and security of the public by responding to emergencies, providing assistance to victims, and reducing or preventing involvement in crime Building relationships with the community while helping to contribute to the health and safety of vulnerable populations Creating community awareness by using crime prevention methods or intervention initiatives Conducting investigations by interviewing suspects, witnesses, and collecting evidence at crime scenes Working with the court system, including collecting evidence for trial as well as attending and testifying at trial upon request Participating in and testifying at court hearings when required Processing incident reports with accurate detail and factual information Assisting the city with various tasks including Code Enforcement responsibilities
Pay:
$58,406.00- $64,480.