Police Officer

Position Summary

The Police Officer plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment at Oakton Community College. This position is responsible for enforcing laws and college policies, responding to emergencies, protecting campus property, and serving as a professional and respectful presence within a diverse academic community. Officers are expected to demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service while working rotating shifts across both Des Plaines and Skokie campuses.

• Starting Salary Range: $63,500 - $68,280 (based on experience and qualifications)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, personal, and sick time; retirement contributions; tuition waivers; and employee assistance programs
• Participation in SURS Retirement Pension System
• Uniforms and Equipment Provided
• Ongoing Training and Professional Development
• FRIDAYS Off in Summer
• College observed Holidays Off with pay, including Paid Winter Break
• Day Shift and Afternoon Shift – NO Midnights
• NO Weekends
• Overtime opportunities
• Free Tuition for employee and immediate family
• Opportunity to work with seasoned officers, most of whom have retired from municipal policing

Under general supervision, provide safety and security functions for the student population, college personnel, visitors, buildings, and grounds. The officer must be able to work all shifts and at both campuses. Works knowledge of criminal laws, traffic laws, and college policies. Exercises independent judgment regarding unusual events. Be familiar with buildings, facilities, and fire‐related equipment. Develop knowledge of radio communication and building surveillance systems.

• Patrol, inspect, and protect campus buildings and grounds to prevent crimes and damage. Parking, pedestrian, and traffic control.
• Ability to patrol on foot and operate marked police vehicles safely.
• Participate in training for the use of the Omnigo reporting system.
• Must have certification in required NIMS courses and a LEADS certified user. If not, college will sponsor completion within an agreed timeframe.
• Receive and respond to complaints, questions, and requests regarding campus safety and security. Take appropriate action to insure safety and security of people on campus.
• Report potential safety and fire hazards. Working knowledge of fire‐related equipment.
• Attain and maintain basic certification in first aid and use of AED equipment provided by the College.
• Issue college warnings and/or tickets for moving or parking violations. Enforce college policies and state laws.
• Prepare and write up criminal case reports, accident reports, and other reports of an administrative or informational nature relating to the college.
• Qualify for and utilize firearms, defensive weapons, or instruments authorized for use by the Department.
• Effect custodial arrests and exert physical control over resistive or combative people when necessary.
• Maintain certified police officer status from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Administrative supervision is received from the Deputy Chief of Operations. Functional supervision is received from an Oakton Police Sergeant.

Supervision Exercised

Functional supervision may be exercised over guards.

• An Associate of Arts degree in Law Enforcement or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer is required or the ability to be recertified by Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board.
• Must possess a valid US issued driver's license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Illinois FOID.
• Ability to follow established procedures and communicate with a diverse population.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, including when testifying in court.
• Ability to utilize animal restraint devices and handle loose dogs, injured turtles, and other wildlife.
• Professional interaction with diverse individuals and demonstrate respect to fellow…