What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Elgin Community College?
Job Summary :
Prevent, detect and investigate disturbances; maintain order; patrol assigned areas; enforce traffic regulations. Comply with and adhere to all applicable state, federal and local laws.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
- Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and / or experience.
- Two years prior police experience.
- Must be a Certified Police Officer through Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) and maintain such certification throughout the term of their employment.
- Be 21 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.
- Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license.
- Must be able to walk eight hours per day and assist in evacuating non-ambulatory persons in an emergency.
- Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.
- Ability to use good discretion and deal courteously but firmly with general public.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Availability and ability to work varying shift assignments.
- Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to extreme weather, intense physical activity, combat with armed and or / dangerous persons, individuals with contagious diseases, and safety hazards associated with emergency driving and traffic control.
- Must possess a valid Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card
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