Police Officer

Charleston, IL
Eastern Illinois University

Salary: $26.02/hr.

Position Summary:

Police Officers at Eastern Illinois University safeguard lives and property by enforcing applicable laws and regulations and promoting good university/community relations. They work under general supervision of higher-level personnel. The typical duties of a Police Officer include: patrols assigned post, investigates incidents, makes arrests, investigates violations of State statutes, city and county ordinances and university regulations; conducts investigations as required, submits reports to supervisors, directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforces parking and traffic rules and regulations; investigates and reports unusual conditions that might endanger the public safety; assists other agencies during emergencies.

Requirements:

  • Candidates must be Illinois residents;
  • Be a high school graduate or equivalent;
  • Possess a valid driver’s license;
  • Have no record of conviction of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude;
  • Be eligible for bonding;
  • Be at least 21 years of age upon employment;
  • Be able to complete the Basic Law Enforcement Officers Training Course.