Entry-Level Police Officer

About the role

Parkland College is a fully accredited public community college located in east central Illinois. It serves District 505, the third-largest community college district in Illinois. The college is committed to providing educational opportunities and fostering a safe and enriching environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order on-campus pursuant to College policies, state, and federal law.
• Provide facility and patron security.
• Perform parking and traffic enforcement and routine patrol.
• Conduct investigations.
• Provide emergency care.
• Perform forcible arrests as necessary.
• Document incidents.
• Maintain a good rapport with college faculty, staff, and patrons.
• Maintain appropriate records.
• Provide assistance upon request.
• Testify in a court of law.
• Wear and maintain appropriate uniform.
• Maintain current certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• No felony convictions; must pass a thorough background check with fingerprinting.
• Must complete an on-the-job field training officer program.
• Pass required written exam provided by the National Testing Network, Inc. (NTN).
• Pass an oral interview.
• Pass a psychological evaluation.
• Pass a physical fitness test.
• Pass a medical exam.

Qualifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Knowledge of state and federal laws.
• Ability to enforce policies and regulations.
• Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle emergencies and provide emergency care.
• Physical stamina and endurance for patrol and investigative work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Benefits

Parkland College offers robust benefits, including:

• Medical insurance with no monthly premiums.
• Dental coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Roth and traditional 403(b) retirement plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Dependent care assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Work/life balance with generous paid time off.
• Tuition waiver for eligible employees.

Pay

The annual salary for this position is $53,809.60.

Schedule

This is an On-Campus, Full-Time, 12-Month appointment covered by the Public Safety Officer's Association.

Contact Information

To apply, submit an online Parkland College employment application, cover letter, and resume. Applicants must also complete the NTN Exam after submitting the application. For more information about the NTN Test, visit the NTN website. For questions and to request a NTN exam code, contact Sgt. Somphon "Sam" Penland at 217/351-2369. For further information about the application process, contact Human Resources at 217/351/2220.