Carpenter, Maintenance of Public Buildings

Job Summary

Under general supervision of a Sergeant, responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals, and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances in a designated area on an assigned shift or on special assignments; routine patrol; preliminary investigation, and traffic regulation duties which may be performed in motorized vehicles or on foot; involves an element of personal danger and the employee must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies; assignments may include work at the police department on special tasks, which call upon experience as a uniformed patrol officer; assignments are general and special instructions are received from a superior officer who revises work methods and results through reports, personal inspection and discussion.

Essential Functions

• Establish a bond between the Police Department and the community in an effort to reduce or remove the opportunity for crime;
• Conduct public education programs on crime prevention and safety via various community group meetings;
• Evaluate crime patterns and institute crime prevention programs related to specific crimes;
• Analyze crimes against property and evaluate current security measures to recommend new procedures to owners or residents;
• Maintain and update various file systems within the department;
• Answer calls and complaints involving fire, robberies and other criminal and non criminal activity.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree (any field);
• Successful completion of police examination and physical requirements;
• Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and not yet 35 at the time of the written exam;
• Must be United States Citizen or alien admitted for permanent residence or lawfully admitted for temporary residence and can produce evidence of intention to become a citizen of the United States and have appropriate visas authorizing work;
• Possess a valid driver’s license;
• Proficiency in Lotus Notes (required within six (6) months of hire), and Microsoft Word;

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Run a distance under 50 yards to persons requiring emergency assistance or apprehension;
• Subdue resisting individuals;
• Lift and carry equipment and persons;
• Climb flights of stairs/ladders and maneuver over obstacles;
• Walk, stand or sit for long periods of time (including driving).

Benefits

The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package to include:

• Section 125 cafeteria plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts,
• A retirement plan through the Police Pension Fund,
• A uniform allowance,
• Paid holidays,
• Paid vacation,
• Sick leave.