JOBS AT EIU

Police Officer

Police Officer

Position Description: Police Officers at EIU safeguard lives and property by enforcing applicable laws and regulations and promoting good university/community relations.  They work under general supervision of higher-level personnel.  The typical duties of a Police Officer include:  patrols assigned post, investigates incidents, makes arrests, investigates violations of State statutes, city and county ordinances and university regulations; conducts investigations as required, submits reports to supervisors, directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforces parking and traffic rules and regulations; investigates and reports unusual conditions that might endanger the public safety; assists other agencies during emergencies.

Eastern Illinois University in Charleston periodically conducts the Physical Fitness Test for the Police Officer classification. The university is planning to conduct the next Physical Fitness Test on February 22,2025. 

Candidates must be Illinois residents; be a high school graduate or equivalent; possess a valid driver’s license; have no record of conviction of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude; be eligible for bonding; be at least 21 years of age upon employment; and be able to complete the Basic Law Enforcement Officers Training Course. 

Eligible candidates should apply at https://www.eiu.edu/~humanres/application/login.php  in order to be contacted for the next available Police Officer Physical Fitness Testing.   The application should include a resume, three business references and college transcripts, if applicable.  Successful candidates must also pass a knowledge exam, as well as oral boards. 

Salary Range: $26.02

Special Instructions for Applicants:

The Civil Service Examination for this classification is a credentials assessment. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from qualified applicants.

Required Applicant Documents:

· Application

· Cover Letter

· Resume

· Three references with a minimum of two professional

Important Information for Applicants:

Eastern Illinois University is proud to offer an excellent benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and career goals to include, but not limited to:

· Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Competitive employee insurance premiums with flexible plan options.

· Vision Insurance: Vision coverage is included with medical at no cost.

· Dental Insurance: Dental plans available to meet your needs.

· Retirement Benefits: Participation in the State University Retirement System, which includes medical insurance benefits upon retirement.

· Tuition Waivers: Opportunities to pursue educational goals through tuition waivers for employees and dependent children.

· Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 12 paid holidays annually, plus earned vacation and sick time. For more information on our employee benefit programs, please visit our Benefits page located here.

Eastern Illinois University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application and/or interview process. If would like to request assistance with the application/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (217) 581-3911 or eiu_employment@eiu.edu for assistance