Police Officer
Job Description
Quick Link
https://llcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/7439Position Title
Police OfficerFull Time or Part Time
Full TimeMonths Worked Per Year
12
Hours Worked Per Week
40
Work Schedule
1st, 2nd, 3rd shift options
Remote Work Availability
NoJob Description Summary
Join LLCC’s Police Department today to make a difference in our community! Our Police Officers provide campus-wide police protection for all college patrons and property. This includes, but is not limited to, quick response and leadership in all emergency situations, the detection and investigation of criminal activities, the carrying out of the Department’s comprehensive traffic enforcement program, providing back-up and assistance to LLCC’s Community Service Officers, and to always undertake duties in such a way as to bring honor and respect to the Department and Lincoln Land Community College, thus contributing to the quality of college life.
As a staff member at LLCC you can look forward to 22 paid holidays a year, 12- four-day work weeks in the summer, 2 personal days, 15 sick days and 15 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all the benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
As a staff member at LLCC you can look forward to 22 paid holidays a year, 12- four-day work weeks in the summer, 2 personal days, 15 sick days and 15 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all the benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
Required Qualifications
ONLY LATERAL TRANSFERS ARE BEING ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME. The pre-interview written and physical examination shall be waived for a lateral transfer. All other standards for hire delineated in Lincoln Land Community College’s hiring procedures shall apply. Applicants who meet ALL of the following requirements will be considered “lateral transfers”:
- Currently employed or been employed within the previous one (1) year as a Deputy Sheriff, Municipal Police Officer or any other Law Enforcement Officer;
- Applicants in good standing with their department as of the date of selection for hire or applicants who parted previous employment in good standing within the previous one (1) year of the date of selection for hire with Lincoln Land Community College Police Department;
- Applicants who have two years of full-time employment, continuous law enforcement service with a single department as a full-time sworn officer, authorized to make arrest and carry a fire arm;
- Applicants who have successfully completed the full-time Illinois Basic Police Officer Training OR successfully complete the Basic Police Officer Training Program from another state which can be transferred and accepted by Illinois State Training Board.
Additional Requirements
- Must meet criteria outlined in the Illinois Public Community College Act (110ILCS 805/3-42.1), “…no person may be appointed hereunder unless the person is at least 21 years of age and possesses a high school diploma or equivalent. No person appointed to or retained in the security department unless that person is of good character and not a habitual drunkard, gambler or a person convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.”
- Possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License and a valid FOID card at the time of hire.
- Must be currently certified as a Police Officer by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board or eligible for a waiver.
Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a oral interview, detailed background check and investigation, physical exam, drug test, and psychological exam.
Preferred Qualifications
College credit.
Physical Requirements
- Extended periods of standing, sitting, walking or running.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. * Ability to carry or drag up to 20 lbs. Ability to push or pull up to 500 lbs (using 50 lbs of force).
- Extended periods of reaching, stooping, crouching or crawling.
- Extended periods of time climbing ladders or stairs.
- Required ability to grip and hold item.
Position Salary
Starting salary for lateral transfer will be between $54,000 - $57,000 per year with an excellent benefits package.Open Date
02/27/2024Open Until Filled
YesSpecial Instructions to Applicants
ONLY LATERAL TRANSFERS ARE BEING ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME. This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before March 18, 2024 to be considered during the initial review window. Anticipated interviews will be the beginning of April with anticipated start date end of April.
If you have a college degree or credits, please upload copies of your transcripts to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
If you have a college degree or credits, please upload copies of your transcripts to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
If you do not have transcripts to upload at the time of submission, please mail them to the address below and instead upload a Word document as your transcripts that indicates you will have transcripts sent directly to us. Please contact the Human Resources office at 217-786-2752 if you have any questions.
Lincoln Land Community College
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 19256
Springfield, IL 62794
Description of Job Duty
Maintain order on-campus pursuant to College policies and State law.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide emergency assistance for injured and ill persons on campus.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Patrol campus facilities.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide assistance to all college patrols upon request.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Conduct follow-up investigations
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Determines authority for search and seizure.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Enforce parking and traffic regulations.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide written reports of incidents that occur on-campus.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Maintain current certification (First Responder and CPR).
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Maintain proficiency with departmental equipment.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Wear and maintain the appropriate uniform.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Qualify with firearms as required.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Maintain certification for self-defense weapons including handcuffs, baton, and oc spray.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Maintain good rapport with all college patrons.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide departmental services and maintain appropriate records.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Assist with interviewing applicants for the Department.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Assist with staff emergency training.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Assist with training of Departmental Officers, in association with Police Sergeants and Police Chief.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Duty?
NoDescription of Job Duty
Assist in the college planning and assessment program by developing annual work unit objectives that impact long-range priority goals.
Essential Duty?
NoRequire Applicants to submit references for this position?
YesMinimum number of references
3Applicant Special Instructions
Please provide the names of three people with whom you have worked or trained who have knowledge of your work-related abilities. Relatives are not acceptable references. Please include at least one current or previous supervisor.
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