Experienced Police Officer

The department's Police Officers provide campus-wide protection for all college patrons, property and basic emergency medical care. All Officers must maintain an Illinois First Responder license. The Police Officers will patrol the campus, complete written reports and take necessary law enforcement action to maintain order pursuant to State law and college policies.

This position is a Full-Time, 12-Month, Public Safety Officers Association appointment with an annual salary of $44,824.00

All applicants will provide:

An online Parkland College employment application

Cover letter

Resume

If you have any questions, please contact Sgt. Matt Kopmann at 217/351-2369.
Essential Job FunctionsMaintaining order on-campus pursuant to College policies, state, and federal law.Providing facility and patron security.Performing parking and traffic enforcement and routine patrol.Conducting investigations.Providing emergency care.Performing forcible arrests as necessary.Documenting incidents.Maintaining a good rapport with college faculty, staff, and patrons.Providing assistance upon request.Maintaining appropriate records.Testifying in a court of law.Wearing and maintaining appropriate uniform.Maintaining current certifications.Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Post-probationary status as a police officer in the United States.Must be in good standing with the current department and/or left previous department(s) in good standing.High school diploma or equivalent.Valid driver's license with safe driving record.At least 21 years of age.No felony convictions; must pass thorough background check with fingerprinting.Must complete on-the-job field training officer program.If conditional job offer is made, must pass psychological exam and medical exam.