Campus Police Officer

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7 Years of Law Enforcement. Must have a valid state driver’s license, FOID Card (Illinois residents), and have a valid Illinois police officer state certification and/or ability to update/renew if retired law enforcement and able to obtain a state of IL training waiver issued by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board. Must possess honesty, integrity, emotional stability, good judgment, dependability, the ability to function well under pressure, and a professional appearance.

Have excellent written and oral communication skills. Computer skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

An Associate Degree in Law Enforcement or Military, prior police experience in Illinois. Certified Crisis Intervention Team ( CIT ), juvenile or school resource officer. Experience as a field training officer, juvenile officer or community relations. Familiar with National Incident Management System or possess any other training certification as an instructor. Ability to communicate in Spanish.

Job Summary

Campus Police Officers will ensure the safety of persons and college property by performing assigned functions, such as visible patrol of the campus; enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws, and college rules and regulations. An Officer must be able to complete a thorough preliminary investigation, make sound decisions and take appropriate action. Officers must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth.

Pass a background check and interview.

Specific Job Duties

• Enforce applicable federal, state and local laws; and college rules and regulations.
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations on campus.
• Assume the responsibility for the operations of the Campus Safety department in the absence of command personnel.
• Protect the persons and property of all staff, students and guests within the confines of the college or college-controlled properties.
• Ensure the safety of the campus, identify risk, and make proper notification to address the issue.
• Conduct a proper investigation to an end result.
• Complete thorough reports based on facts, through a proper interview and submit them for review.
• Provide emergency medical assistance and be First Aid certified.
• Normal position for Campus Police Officer is 40 hours a week; this position also requires a response to emergency call backs.

Salary Range $54,615.13 annually

Posting Number

Posting Number P00530PU

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 09/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 03/18/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

1 Opening. Shift coverage will be primarily on weekdays (7 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

Morton College is a public college located in Cicero, IL (minutes from downtown Chicago). Morton College is the second oldest college in the State of IL. As a comprehensive community college who is recognized by the IL Community College Board, Morton College’s mission is:
To enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life-long learning. Morton College is an HSI – Hispanic Serving Institution.

We strive to have a culture where our community comes first! Morton College is dedicated to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best diverse talent to join our team. Minorities, women, individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities.

Higher Education is the place to be! Morton College is the place to be!

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