Police Officer
Position Summary:
The purpose of this position is for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The work is performed under the direction of a Sergeant
Essential Functions:
- Patrols residential and commercial property within the Village of Bloomingdale, both by vehicle and physical check, to observe, prevent and terminate unlawful acts; maintains radio contact with dispatch; reports crimes or unusual situations; responds to calls and back-up other units as required.
- Responds to calls involving traffic accidents and other serious incidents; secures incident and accident scenes to protect victims and property; gives first aid and calls for medical assistance; interviews participants and witnesses; collects other related information for completing reports.
- Facilitates the movement of people and vehicles, enforces all traffic regulations; controls and redirects traffic in congested areas and scenes of emergency or danger; promotes traffic safety; assists stranded motorists; enforces parking restrictions; controls crowds; prevents blockage of sidewalks, streets and other public accesses.
- Operates a radar unit in monitoring for speed of traffic; stops violators and issues warnings or citations; if necessary, conducts appropriate tests for determination of intoxication.
- Responds to a wide range of citizen needs and requests, such as accidents, rescue efforts, searching for missing persons, alarm calls, in-progress felonies and misdemeanors
Requirements:
- Position requires Police Officer certification by the Illinois Local Government Law Enforcement Officers Training Board and the possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license.
- A high school diploma of equivalent is required.
- Police Officers must be of good moral character.