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.

Must be a State of Illinois Certified Police Officer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience. Background in investigations, taskforce assignments, or law enforcement training 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.

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, as well as successfully complete pre-employment psychological assessment prior to hire date as a condition of employment. A background in investigations or law enforcement training, while not required, will be preferred.

Per MVCC Board Policy, the age of 67 is the maximum age for employment of sworn members of the college’s police department. For more information, please see Board Policy Section 7160 – Mandatory Retirement Age.

Part Time

24 hours per week – rotating shifts as needed

$25.10

Hourly

10/23/2024

Support/Hourly Staff

SS00532P

10/18/2024

Yes

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