Experienced Police Officer

Position Overview

This job posting is for our Experienced/Lateral Police Officer Program. The City has authorized a temporary hiring incentive program for experienced police officers.

• Police Officers protect life and property by enforcing city ordinances and Illinois law.
• Perform special details, specific assignments, patrol city streets, assist fellow officers and agencies.
• Respond to public needs, conduct investigations, problem‑solve, follow up on leads, obtain evidence, deter criminal activity.
• Compile reports, prepare cases for trial, appear in court, maintain records.

• U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States (must meet I‑9 requirements)
• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Applicant must be 21 years of age by hire date
• Completion of a probationary period as a police officer in the U.S.
• Good standing with current or prior department
• Substantially equivalent skills and abilities to a City of Champaign post‑probationary officer, as determined by the Chief of Police

The City of Champaign is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Health insurance: PPO Select Network through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois.
• Dental and vision insurance available through payroll deduction.
• Term life insurance at no cost; voluntary supplemental life insurance available.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave, holidays, pension, union dues.
• Residency incentive reimbursement of $10,000 and residency stipend of $7,000 per year for eligible officers.