STARTING SALARY
$45,832.00
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLYING
08-04-08
JOB DESCRIPTION
Work involves protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances, and general police assignment including field patrol, preliminary complaint and criminal investigation, traffic control and accident investigation. Duties involve an element of personal danger and require that Police Patrol Officers act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- be a U.S. citizen
- possess a valid driver's license
- be at least 21 years of age by date of appointment
- possess a high school diploma or GED
- 20/20 corrected vision
SELECTION PROCESS
- written entrance exam
- oral interview
- polygraph test
- drug screening test
- background investigation
- medical examination
- physical agility test
- psychological test
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are being accepted May 5, 2008 through August 4, 2008.
Applications can be downloaded from the Decatur Police Department web site:
www.ci.decatur.il.us/police/wanttobeofficer.htm
Applications can also be obtain by contacting Human Resources at (217)424-2805.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Ofc. Michael Donaker
Decatur Police Dept.
333 S. Franklin St.
Decatur, IL 62523
217.424.2743
Email: medonaker@decaturnet.org
Web Site: http://www.ci.decatur.il.us/police.htm
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