Police Officer
Job in
Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listing for:
Elgin Community College
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-10-31
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65963 USD Yearly
USD
65963.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About ECC
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every student, staff member, faculty member, and campus visitor feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.
Work
Schedule
Thursday through Monday
Rate of Pay
This is a Full-Time Police position with a starting annual salary of $65,963.24. The salary offer will be in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
- Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
- Time Off with Pay
- Professional Development/Expense
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Sick Banks
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Grant Funded
No
Job Summary Prevent, detect and investigate disturbances; maintain order; patrol assigned areas; enforce traffic regulations. Comply with and adhere to all applicable state, federal and local laws.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.Two years prior police experience.Must be a Certified Police Officer through Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) and maintain such certification throughout the term of their employment.Be 21 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.Possess a valid Illinois driver's license.Must be able to walk eight hours per day and assist in evacuating non-ambulatory persons in an emergency.Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.Ability to use good discretion and deal courteously but firmly with general public.Strong oral and written communication skills.Availability and ability to work varying shift assignments.Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to extreme weather, intense physical activity, combat with armed and or/dangerous persons, individuals with contagious diseases, and safety hazards associated with emergency driving and traffic control.Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Bilingual (English/Spanish).Essential Duties
Proactively patrol a designated area during an assigned shift to preserve order and enforce traffic regulations.Investigate disturbances to determine appropriate action.Investigate calls of a non-threatening nature (e.g., injured or ill subjects and civil disagreements) to determine appropriate action.Investigate vehicle accidents and determine appropriate action.Patrol traffic and parking areas to enforce regulations.Respond to all emergencies during assigned duty shift. Administer first aid/perform CPR/ apply AED as necessary.Operate communication equipment; transmit all citizen complaint calls to appropriate police officer or other departments as appropriate for action and/or follow-up.Prepare written reports of incidents occurring on assigned shift.Other Duties
Maintain certification by the Illinois Local Governmental Law Enforcement Officer's Training & Standards Board.Maintain annual firearms certification as required by Illinois Public Act 94‑103.Maintain LEADS and AED/CPR certification.Participate in a minimum of 32 hours of in‑service training per year.Perform such other duties as may be required by State law, or Department rule, or as may be assigned by a superior officer.Perform other duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.Physical Demands
Heavy (up to 100 lbs occasionally or 50 lbs frequently or 25 lbs constantly)
Visual Acuity
Operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment
Work EnvironmentModerate noise
Environmental…
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