Patrol Deputy

Position Summary:

The work of this class involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Duties normally consist of routine patrol, preliminary investigation, traffic regulation, patrol deputies also may be assigned duties as detectives, youth officers, crime prevention officers, department training officers, field training officers, accident investigators, breathalyzer operators, canine handlers, drone operators, firearms instructor officers, hostage negotiators or special operations team members. Work involves an element of personal danger. The employee must be able to exercise sound independent judgement which calls upon specialized abilities and knowledge possessed by the employee. Work assignments are general, and specific instructions are received from a supervisor who reviews work methods and results through reports, on-site review and discussion. Geographic work area includes urban areas and rural isolated areas

Essential Functions:

• Patrols assigned area.
• Observes for criminal activity, safety hazards, traffic violations, persons needing assistance and the like.
• Becomes and remains familiar with patrol zones, geographic locations, known offenders, neighborhood routines, potential problem areas.
• Conducts security inspections and surveys of building and other locations, makes recommendations regarding security, etc.
• On occasion makes presentations to groups and individuals on subjects related to the job’s tasks and functions.

Requirements:

• Completion of a standard high school course (or equivalent GED), preferably supplemented by some additional college level course work in a police-related discipline, meeting the age and other physical requirements prescribed by the County and Merit Commissioners at the time of examination, and the possession of a valid Illinois drivers license, and successful completion of Basic Law Enforcement courses as prescribed in Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Act