Entry Level Police Officer

Entry Level Police Officer Village of Rantoul, IL Job Details Pay: $37.39 per hour Job Type: Full-time Shift: 8 hour shift Job Description Under general supervision, the Officer will be responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, preservation of public peace, and the apprehension of violators of the law. Qualifications Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver's license. Have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation. Successfully complete a comprehensive medical and psychological evaluation. Pass written entrance examination and oral interview. Pass physical agility test required for police training academy. Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Illinois Criminal Statutes, Illinois Vehicle Code, local ordinances, and civil law related to police mission. Knowledge of village geography and department policies. Knowledge of modern approved principles, practices, and procedures of police work. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Effective verbal communication during normal and stressful situations. Safe vehicle operation under normal and stressful circumstances. Skill in firearms and defensive tactics. Enforce laws with impartiality and firmness. React effectively and calmly during conflicts and emergencies. Gather info and prepare concise reports. Responsibility Daily work supervised by officers, guidelines provided by policies. Difficulty and Scope Routine patrol, investigation and traffic regulation duties. Handling varied situations with flexibility and decision‑making under pressure. Purpose: protection of life and property, crime prevention, enforcement of state laws and village ordinances, community service. Benefits Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Police pension Retirement health plan Paid time off (vacation, sick, PTO, holidays) Additional Information Starting pay is $37.39 per hour as of May 1, 2025. For questions, contact Rodney Sullivan at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. The Village of Rantoul is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Experience Champaign Urbana