Summary
Lateral Police OfficerThe City of DeKalb is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officer to establish an eligibility list. Applications will be reviewed on the 1st Monday of each month. The position will remain open until filled.Essential FunctionsPlease click HERE to view the recruitment brochure and application instructions. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must currently possess certification as a full-time Permanent Police Officer as defined in 50 ILCS 705/1, et seq by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board in order to be considered for the position.Minimum QualificationsThe selection process for the Lateral Police Officer includes oral interviews with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The process and the minimum qualifications are dictated by the Board's Rules and Regulations and are detailed in the recruitment brochure. Please submit the following at time of application:Certification as a full-time Permanent Police Officer as defined in 50 ILCS 705/1, et seq by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.High School Diploma or Equivalent.Valid Driver's License.U.S. CitizenNo felony convictions and or crime involving moral turpitude as specified in Section 5/10-2.1-6 Part C of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Act.Residency: 40-mile residency requirements after 15 months of employment.Supplemental Information**APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED ON AN ONGOING BASIS. POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE. ** The City will screen candidates based on specific qualifications and departmental needs at the time of review. Interviews or further consideration are not guaranteed by the City of DeKalb.For more information about the DeKalb Police Department and to view the Annual Report, please click the links below:Police Department Annual Report 2025DeKalb Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 115 Current Collective Bargaining AgreementThe City of DeKalb is an Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefitsThe City of DeKalb provides a comprehensive benefits package that begins on the first day of employment and includes:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceMedical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsRetirement Plans through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund or the Fire/Police Pension FundsVacation, Holiday, and Sick TimeDeferred CompensationEmployee Assistance program
Job Description
Lateral Police OfficerThe City of DeKalb is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officer to establish an eligibility list. Applications will be reviewed on the 1st Monday of each month. The position will remain open until filled.Essential FunctionsPlease click HERE to view the recruitment brochure and application instructions. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must currently possess certification as a full-time Permanent Police Officer as defined in 50 ILCS 705/1, et seq by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board in order to be considered for the position.Minimum QualificationsThe selection process for the Lateral Police Officer includes oral interviews with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The process and the minimum qualifications are dictated by the Board's Rules and Regulations and are detailed in the recruitment brochure. Please submit the following at time of application:Certification as a full-time Permanent Police Officer as defined in 50 ILCS 705/1, et seq by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.High School Diploma or Equivalent.Valid Driver's License.U.S. CitizenNo felony convictions and or crime involving moral turpitude as specified in Section 5/10-2.1-6 Part C of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Act.Residency: 40-mile residency requirements after 15 months of employment.Supplemental Information**APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED ON AN ONGOING BASIS. POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE. ** The City will screen candidates based on specific qualifications and departmental needs at the time of review. Interviews or further consideration are not guaranteed by the City of DeKalb.For more information about the DeKalb Police Department and to view the Annual Report, please click the links below:Police Department Annual Report 2025DeKalb Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 115 Current Collective Bargaining AgreementThe City of DeKalb is an Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefitsThe City of DeKalb provides a comprehensive benefits package that begins on the first day of employment and includes:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceMedical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsRetirement Plans through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund or the Fire/Police Pension FundsVacation, Holiday, and Sick TimeDeferred CompensationEmployee Assistance program
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