City of East Moline
Location
East Moline, IL | United States
Job description
Do you have what it takes to be noble? Do you have what it takes to be a "guardian of democracy"? Do you have what it takes to run toward danger instead of away from it?
I caution it's not always easy! Police Officers see the absolute best of a community and sometimes the worst all in a matter of seconds!
The City of East Moline is looking for courageous men and women from all neighborhoods, and backgrounds to take this journey with us. The City of East Moline is diverse, growing and highly engaged in our community. We invite you to represent your friends, neighbors, families, and cultures on our department.
The City of East Moline is currently taking applications for the position of police officer. Applicants will be required to pass a physical agility test, written exam and interview before the Fire and Police Commission. Qualifying candidates will be placed on a two-year eligibility list.
The East Moline Police Department has 37 sworn officers in addition to support staff that provide public safety to the 21,000 + residents of East Moline. The police department has several divisions, that include, Investigations, Crisis Containment Unit (SWAT), School Resource Officers, K-9, Community Oriented Policing, Metropolitan Enforcement Group (MEG) and the Federal Gang Task Force.
Starting wage is $55,272 per year raising to $60,714 in year two plus full benefits including two weeks' vacation after one year and increasing with tenure.
These benefits will be payable to all employees classified as regular "full-time" at the time of their hiring as follows:
Immediate:
(a) Pension Participation
(b) Workman's Compensation
(c) Special leave (trade days)
(d) C.O.L.A., if applicable
(e) Comp-time
(f) Personal Days (prorated first year)
(g) Bereavement Leave
Thirty (30) Days :
(a)Health Insurance
Six (6) Months:
(a) Holiday Pay
(c) Sick Benefit Pay
One (1) year:
(a) Vacation per schedule
Eighteen (18) Months (Completion of Probationary Period):
(b) Educational Pay
Testing Date:
Saturday March 23, 2024 9:00 AM at East Moline Maintenance Building 1200 13th Av East Moline, IL. Physical Agility Test is first, Written exam to follow at 11:30 AM.
Physical Agility Test consists of bench press, sit-ups, sit and reach, and 1 1/2 mile run. Standards set based on age and gender. Wear appropriate clothing for physical activity and bring ID, there will be a break before the written exam to change if needed.
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