Entry Level Police Officer

Entry Level Police Officer

Village of Rantoul, IL

• Pay: $37.39 per hour
• Job Type: Full-time
• Shift: 8 hour shift

Under general supervision, the Officer will be responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, preservation of public peace, and the apprehension of violators of the law.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation.
• Successfully complete a comprehensive medical and psychological evaluation.
• Pass written entrance examination and oral interview.
• Pass physical agility test required for police training academy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Illinois Criminal Statutes, Illinois Vehicle Code, local ordinances, and civil law related to police mission.
• Knowledge of village geography and department policies.
• Knowledge of modern approved principles, practices, and procedures of police work.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Effective verbal communication during normal and stressful situations.
• Safe vehicle operation under normal and stressful circumstances.
• Skill in firearms and defensive tactics.
• Enforce laws with impartiality and firmness.
• React effectively and calmly during conflicts and emergencies.
• Gather info and prepare concise reports.

Responsibility

• Daily work supervised by officers, guidelines provided by policies.

Difficulty and Scope

• Routine patrol, investigation and traffic regulation duties.
• Handling varied situations with flexibility and decision‑making under pressure.
• Purpose:
  
  protection of life and property, crime prevention, enforcement of state laws and village ordinances, community service.

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Police pension
• Retirement health plan
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, PTO, holidays)

Starting pay is $37.39 per hour as of May 1, 2025.

For questions, contact Rodney Sullivan at  or .

The Village of Rantoul is an Equal Opportunity Employer.