LATERAL POLICE OFFICER
Lateral Patrol Officer
Closes On: December 2, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST
Department: | Police | |
Job Status: | Full-Time | |
Status: | Open until filled |
Job Summary
The City of Edwardsville is creating a hiring list for lateral police officer candidates. In order to apply, a candidate must have an associate’s degree in criminal justice or a bachelor’s degree in any field. In addition, a candidate must be currently serving as a police officer and have held their current position for at least two years. Responsible for the protection of life and property; performs law enforcement and crime prevention work; community education (DARE); controls traffic flow and enforces state and local traffic regulations; performs investigative work; participates in and provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the department. |
Job Responsibilities
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications -
probationary period including but not limited to a Field Training Officers Program.
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Physical Requirements
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Additional Information
Position: This Application is for an existing law enforcement officer to transfer to and join the City of Edwardsville Police Department.
Minimum Requirements: Applicants must have successfully completed Basic Law Enforcement Training Course and have 24 months service at their current law enforcement agency or police department.
Residency: Following their appointments, new police Officers are required to relocate to Madison County within (18) Months of effective employment date.
Wages: A Probationary Police Officer for 18 months with a starting wage of $31.31 per hour. After 1 year, hourly rate increases to $34.80. Wages based on 2184 hour work year. In addition officers receive an option for 120 hours of Holiday pay or time off annually.
Disclaimer
The City of Edwardsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Notice to all applicants: Residents of the City of Edwardsville may receive preferential consideration for employment if all other employment qualifications are equal.
Application Special Instructions
Please attach a current resume in addition to the application.