Experienced Police Officer

JOB INFORMATION

Are you intrigued by the opportunity to work and support the renaissance of a community with a prominent history and prosperous future? The Village of Rantoul is the third largest community in Champaign County and it is situated in the heart of Central Illinois. This family-friendly village is experiencing tremendous growth combining its rural charm with high quality of life amenities. Rantoul offers an emerging economy with an established industrial park and commercial opportunities a diverse educational experience a downtown staged for redevelopment a 75+ acre sports complex and focus on health and wellness with numerous outdoor and indoor recreational amenities.

The Village of Rantoul is now accepting applications for Experience Police Officer.

Our Police Officer under general supervision 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 the public peace and the apprehension of violators of the law.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of Illinois Criminal Statutes; Illinois Vehicle Code; local ordinances; and civil law related to the police mission
• Knowledge of Village of Rantoul geography
• Knowledge of Police Department policies
• Knowledge of modern approved principles; practices; and procedures of police work
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively during normal conditions and stressful and emergency circumstances
• Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe manner during normal conditions and stressful and emergency circumstances
• Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms and other defensive tactics (weapons and unarmed)
• Ability to enforce laws; ordinances; rules and regulations with tact; impartiality; and firmness
• Ability to mentally and physically react effectively; quickly; calmly; and rationally during times of conflict and emergencies
• Ability to gather information and prepare complete; concise and accurate reports

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Police Pension
• 457 Plans
• Retirement Health Plan
• AFLAC and Legal Shield
• Long Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance

TIME OFF

• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays

To learn more about our benefits, please visit our career portal at Career Opportunities | Rantoul, IL - Official Website

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you need help with filling out your application for this position or have questions about this position please contact Human Resources at dsage@myrantoul.com.

The Village of Rantoul is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment hiring and all other employment practices and decisions.