What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of Murphysboro?
The City of Murphysboro, Illinois is accepting applications for Police Officers and Firefighters, for the purpose of establishing an eligibility list for hiring. Starting Pay for a Police Officer is $48,068.80 annually plus a comprehensive benefit package. Visit our website at www.murphysboro.com for more details regarding qualifications and benefits.
The primary duties of a Police Officer is to :
- Patrol the City of Murphysboro and protect the citizens thereof while enforcing applicable Federal, State and Local laws.
- Police Officer shall be responsible for the care and inspection of all assigned equipment.
- Police Officers shall conduct uniformed patrol with the City, concentrating on the prevention of crime through proactive enforcemetn, uniformed presence, and professional completion for calls of service.
- Written reports of all activity shall be prepared.
Employment applications MUST be submitted to be considered. Applications may be picked up at the Daum Administrative Building located at 1101 Walnut Street, Murphysboro or online at www.murphysboro.com. Applications must be received no later than 4 : 00 p.m. on Monday, April 28, 2025.
Salary : $48,069
