Posting Details

Job TitlePolice Officer - 2 positionsClassification TitleDepartmentPolice DepartmentWork LocationMain CampusDuties

Under supervision of a Sergeant or instances where no supervisory or command personnel are present, the Police Officer protects the lives, property, and rights of all people, maintains order, enforces the law impartially, and responds to crime and disorder in accordance with established procedures and directives. The Police Officer is the department’s primary contact with the community and is responsible for portraying to the community the department’s mission and goals.

Education/Experience

Must be a State of Illinois Certified Police Officer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience. Background in investigations, taskforce assignments a plus. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation and be able to be certified in LEADS. Associate’s Degree (AAS/AS) or college coursework preferred.

Qualifications

Must acquire and maintain a working knowledge of applicable laws and proper police procedures including but not limited to knowledge of the Illinois Criminal Code, vehicle code, criminal procedure, and College Ordinances, patrol techniques, making a legal arrest, traffic stop procedures, firearm policies, criteria for search and seizure of property or evidence and departmental policies and orders. Must be able to meet the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Academic and Fitness Standards

Position StatusFull TimeHours

40 hours per week – rotating shifts as needed

Minimum Starting Rate$21.07Hourly/SalaryHourlyReview of Applications Begins09/26/2020Position TypeSupport/Hourly StaffPosting NumberSS00287POpen Date08/19/2020Close DateOpen Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants

Please apply online.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Chicago Tribune
   • HigherEdJobs
   • InsideHigherEd
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • MVCC Website/Posting
   • Employee of MVCC
   • Other
   • No Response
2. * Are you a State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant and currently receiving a monthly annuity?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you a State of Illinois Certified Police Officer?
   • YES
   • NO
4. * Do you have the minimum of 5 years’ experience?
   • YES
   • NO
5. * Do you have a background in campus supervision with a minimum of an Associate's Degree (AAS/AS)?
   • YES
   • NO

Documents Needed To ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other Document