Police Officer

Description Governors State University seeks to fill the position of CampusPolice Officer for the Department of Public Safety (DPS) team. Aspart of an assigned team, Campus Police Officers provide campussafety, security, and law enforcement services to the Universitycommunity. Campus Police Officers provide a wide range of services,including both traditional and non-traditional police services.Officers are required to participate in crime prevention andcommunity-oriented public safety programming. The successfulcandidate must project a positive image. Campus Police Officersenforce University regulations, local ordinances, and state laws.Officers are first responders to incidents, accidents, and otheremergency situations and are responsible for conducting initial andfollow-up investigations into significant and criminal incidents.Campus Police Officers will work under the direction of a policesupervisor. Overtime hours are anticipated. This is an entry-level,sworn campus police position. To preserve and protect life, property, and the rights of allpeople in accordance with the Constitution and laws of the UnitedStates and the State of Illinois, and to preserve peace within theestablished limits of the university community by providinghigh-quality law enforcement and non-related security specialty lawenforcement emergency services. Requires an extreme amount of personal contact when providingservice, protection, and/or enforcement of law and rules. Requiresethical behavior, integrity, courtesy and service toward others.Exercise judgment in determining when to use force and to whatdegree. This position requires community policing, strong publicrelation skills, discretion, and dissemination and communication ofinformation. Responsible for actively patrolling and providing public assistanceupholding law enforcement and public safety. Any problems that donot fall within the standard operating procedures include allgeneral and special orders and/or guidelines, arrests, emergencysituations, and equipment difficulties. This role is responsiblefor notifying and informing a DPS supervisor at the level abovemember's position through the chain of command. This position requires significant training to be prepared for theinevitable position of answering/ resolving problems that are notin direct accord with policies and procedures. Basic training forthis position is instituted and regulated under the laws andregulations of the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and StandardsBoard. Upon successful completion of academy graduation and one (1)year probation in the Department of Public Safety, this membershould be competent of the duties and responsibilities required forthis position, and comprehend legal documents including citations,affidavits, warrants, etc. All members should gain knowledge of the job during attendance ofthe daily-roll call meeting held before starting a shift. Variouslaw enforcement certifications will be required through in-servicetraining provided by the Department and/or another Law Enforcementor Emergency Service Agency, and specialized training from theIllinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and itssupported agency, the North-East Multi-Regional Training, and othertraining institutions depending on the needs of thedepartment. Governors State University is planning to conduct the next PhysicalFitness Test in October 2026. 50% Perform patrol responsibilities to include foot andvehicular patrols roaming or assigned posts. Investigate incidentsand make arrests based on visual, reported, or on warrantviolations of state statue, city or county ordinances, oruniversity regulations. Prepares written reports and field notes ofinvestigations and patrol activities. Process detainees and testifyin court of law. Issue citations for local and state movingviolations. Patrols include interior and exterior of GovernorsState University (GovState) jurisdictional boundaries or byassignment provided by supervisors. Open and close buildings and facilities as required by officialrequest of community members. Secure GovState property andequipment. Operate a law enforcement vehicle during day and/ornighttime as well as in inclement weather. Conduct basic and follow-up investigations primarily due tocriminal acts or complaints received from community members.Complete investigations as required and submit reports tosupervisors for infractions of rules and regulations of theuniversity, state laws, county laws, and city ordinances.Investigations include fire preventative action and potentialsecurity reports for public safety as well as reports ofobstructions in streets and sidewalks, holes, leaking facultyutility services, and any other unusual conditions which mightendanger public safety. 25% This position serves as the first line of archivingdepartmental information and is responsible for keeping track offederal government, state, university, police and public safety,and community sharing information. Performs a variety of officesupport functions including but are not limited to scheduling,providing information orally and in writing, developing ormaintaining documents, processing mail, maintaining or coordinatingthe management of files and records system. 10% Assist community members with first-aid assistance andnotify emergency medical assistance. Relieve and/or assist the Police Telecommunicator with radiocommunications and telephone answering. Functions include radiodispatch, security monitoring of audio and video equipment, andperforming computerized related functions. Assist local police and fire agencies during emergencies assignedby a Department of Public Safety (DPS) supervisor. During adverseweather conditions, assist with emergency duties as required.Command emergency personnel at accident emergencies and disasters.As liaison, share important information with other agencies,including police, fire, universities, and local governments. Answer and respond to callers seeking information, respond toemergencies as well as provide general information to communitymembers and visitors. 10% Provide executive security for dignitaries and visitorsof our campus community as assigned by a DPS supervisor. Provide escort services to community members to parking lots and/orto other campus locations assigned by supervisors. 5% Perform related duties as assigned by a DPSsupervisor. Hourly Rate: $27.19 (Rate will increase after 12-monthprobationary period) (This position is part of the union - Metropolitan Alliance ofPolice, Chapter 717) The Physical Fitness and Electronic Exam will take place at Governors State University in October 2026. You may review testingrequirements at Police Series This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringebenefits including, various insurance options, paid time off,retirement and investment options, and tuition waivers. Visit: Required and Preferred Qualifications REQUIRED: DOCUMENTATION CONFIRMING HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION OREQUIVALENT MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION of this position.COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS MAY BE SUBSTITUTED (See‘Supplemental Information’ section below). Minimum Requirements: High school graduation or equivalent Possession of a valid driver’s license No record of conviction of a felony or misdemeanor asidentified in the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILCS 705 etseq.), or a crime involving moral turpitude Eligibility for bonding, if required by the employinginstitution Successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Officers’Training course as prescribed by the Illinois Law EnforcementTraining & Standards Board, if required by the employinginstitution. All recruit law enforcement officers who successfullycomplete this course after September 1, 1984, are required tosuccessfully pass the Law Enforcement officers’ CertificationExamination. (Applicants lacking such training at the time ofappointment will be required to complete such requirement during,and as a part of, their probationary period of employment in thisclass.) At least 21 years of age upon employment. (This requirement maybe further defined by local recruitment, examination, andemployment policies, provided age requirements have been met withregard to all other applicable state and federal regulations inthis respect.) NOTE: Persons who have not successfully completed the mandatedfirearm training course, as approved and recognized by the IllinoisLaw Enforcement Training & Standards Board, must complete the course during their probationary period. Police officers are notauthorized to carry a service weapon until they have successfullycompleted such training. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in criminology or related field of study. Must have (or can attain) certification as a law enforcement officer. Supplemental Information

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT:

1. High School Diploma (you may attach a copy yourcollege/university transcripts as a substitute for your high schooldiploma).
2. Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all datesof employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time,include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (fulldetails).
3. Cover Letter.
4. Resume.
5. A list of three Professional References (We will only contactyour references if you are a finalist).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

Illinois residency is required at the time of theapplication.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:

This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination, whichconsists of a review and rating of the applicant's Education,Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants arerequired to provide electronic documentation as listed above toverify that the minimum qualifications for this position has beenmet.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:

Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passingfinal examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources: Department of Defense – DD214 / DD215 National Guard – NGB22 Form Discharge Orders Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate Note: Documentation must be received by the closing date of this posting. Candidates must be Illinois residents; be a high school graduate orequivalent; possess a valid driver’s license; have no record ofconviction ...; beeligible for bonding; be at least 21 years of age upon employment;and be able to complete the Basic Law Enforcement Officers TrainingCourse. #J-18808-Ljbffr Governors State University