Police Officer

others' needs, continually seeking to improve the lives of those living in the community,

Village of Erie Police Department Job Description:

Police Officer (Lateral / Entry-Level)

Position Title:

Police Officer Department:

Erie Police Department Reports To:

Chief of Police FLSA Status:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt Starting Wage:

$26.00

• $35.

00 per hour Position Summary The Village of Erie Police Department is actively seeking qualified, motivated candidates for the position of Police Officer. This critical role involves performing law enforcement duties to protect life and property, enforce laws and ordinances, prevent and investigate crimes, and maintain public peace and order within the Village of Erie and surrounding response areas. Special Note for Lateral Candidates The Village of Erie Police Department strongly encourages applications from experienced, currently certified Police Officers (Lateral Candidates). Lateral applicants with active certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) or an equivalent state agency, who meet all other minimum qualifications, will be given priority consideration and may be eligible for an expedited hiring process and a competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and training. Essential Duties and Responsibilities A Police Officer with the Village of Erie is responsible for a comprehensive range of law enforcement and community service duties, including:

Proactive Patrol:

Patrols assigned areas in uniform and unmarked vehicles to actively prevent and detect criminal activity.

Emergency Response:

Responds promptly to calls for service, emergencies, and critical incidents, providing assistance and taking appropriate action.

Criminal Investigation:

Conducts thorough preliminary and follow-up investigations, collects and processes evidence, interviews witnesses and suspects, and prepares detailed, accurate reports.

Law Enforcement:

Enforces state laws, local ordinances, and traffic regulations through fair and impartial application.

Judicial Process:

Makes lawful arrests, issues citations and warnings, and prepares case files for prosecution. Testifies accurately and professionally in court proceedings, including traffic, civil, and criminal cases.

Community Engagement:

Actively assists in community policing initiatives, public relations activities, and crime prevention programs to foster positive relationships with residents and businesses.

Maintenance & Readiness:

Maintains assigned equipment, firearms, and departmental vehicles in optimal working condition. Ensures continuous personal readiness.

Training & Compliance:

Completes all required mandatory training, certifications, and proficiency checks as mandated by ILETSB and the Village of Erie Police Department.

General Duties:

Performs other duties and special assignments as directed by supervisory staff. Minimum Qualifications All candidates, including laterals, must meet the following minimum requirements:

Citizenship:

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Age:

Minimum age of 21 years at the time of appointment.

Education:

Minimum of a High school diploma. An associate's degree or higher is preferred.

License:

Possession of a valid Illinois Driver's License (Class D).

Criminal History:

No felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanor convictions as defined by ILETSB and state law. A thorough background check will be performed on any candidate; in addition, candidates must demonstrate a high standard of social, moral, and financial responsibility in adherence with the EPD Mission, Vision, and Values.

Certification:

Ability to obtain and maintain certification through the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB).

Physical & Mental Fitness:

Must pass a comprehensive background investigation, medical evaluation, drug screening, and psychological assessment.

Standards can be located at:

https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/news/news-important-information/new-power-test-chart/

Availability:

Must be willing and able to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays in a 24/7 operation. Preferred Qualifications Candidates possessing the following will be viewed favorably:

Experience:

Prior law enforcement, military, or security experience.

Education:

An associate's or bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field.

Local Knowledge:

Comprehensive knowledge of local geography, ordinances, and the Village of Erie community.

Specialized Training:

Current or prior certification in or experience with EMS/FD or specialized crisis intervention training (CIT). Application and Selection Process The selection process is rigorous and includes, but may not be limited to: Application Review Written Examination (May be waived for ILETSB-certified lateral candidates) Physical Fitness Test Oral Interview Thorough Background Investigation Conditional Offer of Employment Medical Examination and Drug Screening Psychological Assessment The Village of Erie is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Erie PD Oath of Office "Will you solemnly vow to the people of Illinois, upon your honor as an officer and citizen, to discharge the duties of an officer of the Erie Police to the best of your ability, to adhere to the rules and regulations of the Erie Police, and to adopt the Agency's mission and goals into your everyday life? Will you pledge to be honest in thought, word, and deed, to maintain unimpeachable integrity, to be just, fair, and impartial, to be steadfast against evil, and to give your utmost to protect the rights, property, and lives of our citizens? Will you strive to be thoughtful and intelligent, to make your conduct friendly but impartial, courteous but firm, and charitable to the inadvertent violator? Will you never compromise with crime and always uphold the Constitution and laws of our Country and the State of Illinois?" Code of Ethics As a Village of Erie Police Officer, my fundamental duty is to serve humankind by safeguarding lives and property, protecting the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder, and respecting the constitutional rights of all people to liberty, equality, and justice. I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all, maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule, maintain self-restraint, and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought, word, and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature, or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept undisclosed unless revelation is necessary for the performance of my duty. I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with a relentless pursuit of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence, and never accepting gratuities. I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself to my chosen profession...law enforcement. Mission Mission The Erie Police Department will promote public safety with integrity, service, and honor to improve the quality of life for our citizens. Vision We strive for excellence in all we do

• seeking to improve the lives of those living in the community continually. Values Integrity
• We will be trustworthy, dependable, respectful, fair, honest, and ethical. We will always be accountable and have the courage to do what is right, even when no one is watching. Service
• We are committed to performing our duties to meet the needs of others. We promote proactive partnerships to identify problems, develop solutions to improve public safety, and strengthen relationships with citizens and the criminal justice community. Honor
• Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting, and living the values of respect, duty, loyalty, selfless service, integrity, and personal courage in everything we do.

Goals Improve the quality of life for our citizens through unimpeachable integrity, public service, training, and education. Safeguard the public through law enforcement, reducing crime and the fear of crime. Provide leadership through innovation as a dynamic organization that promotes personal, professional, and community growth.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$26.00

• $35.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Experience:

Military:

1 year (Preferred)

Leadership:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Erie, IL (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Erie, IL:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person