Location: Belleville,IL, USA
ANNOUNCEMENT
Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for part-time Commissioned Public Safety/Police Officers at the Belleville Campus and/or Sam Wolf Granite City Campuses. Applications are valid for one year and will be placed in a pool for review as assignments become available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, the Part-time Patrol Officer is a part-time commissioned officer (uniformed) position. The position is assigned shifts variably and expected to be available for primarily weekends, and holiday work, and occasional overtime. Part-time Patrol Officers are expected to perform collateral duties in an area of expertise/interest needed by the Department to fulfill its mission and AQIP initiatives. Enforces applicable policies, regulations and laws. Performs work of routine to complex difficulty in guarding and protecting life and property in buildings and on the grounds. Provides available services and assistance to the college community. Regulates the activities of the general public and other persons in the protection of property from fires, theft, vandalism, trespassing, and other hazards. Reports all pertinent information regarding actions occurring during a work shift. Position subject to background check and drug testing upon initial hiring and randomly thereafter.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* High school diploma or GED required, college degree desirable.
* A minimum of one-year experience in law enforcement, security, fire safety, or other emergency management services required, preferably in a college campus environment, is desirable.
* Must be at least 21 years of age and a US Citizen.
* No record or criminal convictions of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.
* Professional certifications in Security, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services or other areas related to Public Safety desirable.
* Possess a valid Driver's License. Must have a good driver's record with the Illinois Secretary of State Office or other states.
* Possess a valid Firearms Operators Identification Card (FOID).
* Successful submit and pass/if offered a physical (POWER) and psychological evaluation, medical examination, written evaluation, oral interview, and in-depth character background check.
* Must possess an Illinois Police Officer Certification in accordance with ILCS 50, Act 705/8.1
STARTING SALARY: $20.00 per hour, up to 28 hours per week
BENEFITS & PERKS:
Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.
* Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
* Eligibility for medical coverage as outline in the Affordable Care Act
* Eligibility for paid leave including holidays and vacation
* Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
* Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!
WORK LOCATION
Belleville Campus
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will be reviewed as assignments become available.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials, i.e., unofficial transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted (official college transcripts must be provided at time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.
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